Wendy did a wonderful job. She is very knowledgable in all aspects of family law and is deeply compassionate and understanding. She truly cares about her clients. Wendy handles herself with the utmost professionalism, even in some of the most challenging situations. If she is handling your divorce matter, know that you are in good hands. She did a wonderful job with my financial settlement negotiations along with dealing extremely well with a challenging opposing attorney. Thank you Wendy for putting your clients at ease and for making a challenging and emotional situation run smooth.
Wendy M. Musielak attended DePaul University in Chicago, IL where she graduated with highest honors with a B.S. in Finance and Management. She earned her Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law in 2003. Wendy is admitted to practice law in the U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois. In 2015, Wendy was admitted to the United States Supreme Court.
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Wendy concentrates her legal practice in family law matters including child custody and visitation, child support, alimony and spousal support, collaborative law, mediation, prenuptial agreements, litigation and appeals and complex litigation. Prior to being a partner with Esp Kreuzer Cores LLP, Wendy was a Staff Attorney for the 18th Judicial Circuit Court and an Adjunct Professor for DePaul University’s Department of Management.
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In 2013, Wendy was selected as the DuPage County Bar Association’s Lawyer of the Year for her commitment to her community and local legal associations. Wendy is currently the Third Vice President for the DuPage County Bar Association. Wendy is a member of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers, Illinois State Bar Association, Will County Bar Association and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She is also a member and director of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers. Additionally, Wendy is a fellow for the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and past TEC Committee member. Wendy earned the recognition of Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2014-2017 and has been recognized as Emerging Lawyer since 2015. Â
Wendy did a wonderful job. She is very knowledgable in all aspects of family law and is deeply compassionate and understanding. She truly cares about her clients. Wendy handles herself with the utmost professionalism, even in some of the most challenging situations. If she is handling your divorce matter, know that you are in good hands. She did a wonderful job with my financial settlement negotiations along with dealing extremely well with a challenging opposing attorney. Thank you Wendy for putting your clients at ease and for making a challenging and emotional situation run smooth.
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Family Attorney | Aug 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Mrs. Musielak. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."
Family Attorney | Jul 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Wendy is well respected in the legal community. Wendy was a pleasure to work with on several cases in the past and I look forward to working with her on more cases in the future."
Family Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Endorsement: I endorse this lawyer. Wendy is a knowledgeable, professional attorney, who is always prepared. She is a great advocate for her clients and easy to work with as an attorney."
Family Attorney | Feb 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Wendy is a skilled, poised and excellent attorney. She is proficient in family law and conducts herself with high ethics and professionalism. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her and I welcome opportunities to work on the other side of a case from her."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jan 14
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Wendy is a dedicated advocate for her clients and is a pleasure to work with. Wend possesses the rare ability to disagree without being disagreeable. Whether the case requires aggressive litigation, or intense negotiations, Wendy will fight to ensure her client's rights. I highly recommend Wendy Musielak."
Family Attorney | Jan 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Wendy is a true advocate for her clients. She always conducts herself in a professional manner and is a true asset to the legal community."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Dec 28
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"With 2 years as a staff attorney for DuPage County judges and her extensive trial experience with EKCM, Wendy Musielak possesses an understanding of the law from both sides of the bench. She provides compassion and competence, an ability to negotiate a reasonable and beneficial settlement, and most importantly, tenacity and preparedness for trial."
Family Attorney | Dec 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Wendy is an excellent attorney with real compassion for her clients. She is a tireless advocate and is always professional with attorneys and clients alike."
Family Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Wendy is a pleasure to work with. She thouroughly knows her clients' files and needs and works hard to gain her clients' objectives."