William J. Stogsdill Jr.

William J. Stogsdill Jr.

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Family Lawyer at Wheaton, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

1776 S. Naperville Road, Bldg. B., Suite 202, Wheaton, IL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2003
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 51 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1974

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2003

Location

The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C.

1776 S. Naperville Road, Bldg. B., Suite 202, Wheaton, IL, 60189

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William J. Stogsdill Jr.'s Reviews

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2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2013

Bill will get results

Bill Stogsdill is an exceptional professional. His confidence quickly put me at ease during an emotional time of my life. When he took on my divorce case, he was extremely responsive and thorough. He and his office are top-notch and they always communicated with me on a timely basis. He has many yea...rs of experience and is a knowledgeable, reputable attorney who was always a strong advocate for my needs. His attention to detail and follow through are flawless. I would strongly recommend Bill Stogsdill to any client who is looking for results, because he is an expert in his field.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2010

Thank you doesn't seem enough...

Thank you doesn’t seem enough for all that Bill Stogsdill and Brett Williamson have done not only for me, but my children as well. When I first met both of these gentlemen, each presented themselves with such self confidence I instantly knew these were the attorneys to represent both my children’s a...nd my interests. Their knowledge of the law, the court system and taking the time to understand my situation and what was most important to me was outstanding. Although my case was not a million dollar case, both Bill and Brett treated it as if it were. I was continuously encouraged to be apart of my case, not just a “victim” of circumstance. They allowed me to help them help me. Documents created by me at their request helped my case. Bill was a Bulldog during trial. Bill did not only have superior knowledge of the law, but the knowledge of every detail of my case was impressive. It was abundantly clear, Bill was prepared for trial. Organized and detailed are just a couple of words I would use to describe Brett. He not only showed this before trial, but during trial. Before Bill could ask for a specific exhibit, Brett was already handing it to him! From the most mundane tasks to the most important, I was continuously informed about my case. The approach taken by both of these attorneys, was to be proactive and reactive. Both Bill and Brett took the time to explain my options, what is my children’s best interest and mine, and more importantly, understood some of the tough choices I had to make. Although we may have had our disagreements at times, we always talked through the decisions that needed to be made. More importantly, we were always a united front. I trusted my attorneys implicitly and in the end, I’m so glad I did! The Assistants in the office were always so helpful, friendly, outgoing and completely understanding regarding the roller coasters of emotions I felt during this process. I truly appreciate their kindness and respect for the sensitivity of the process. I hired Bill on paper, but in reality the entire law firm was essential to my case. On the one occasion when Bill could not appear at a court hearing, Bob Boyd appeared. I was nervous not to have Bill at court, but Bob quickly laid my fears to rest. This has been the toughest time in my life. But I am thankful everyday Bill was on the same side of the table as I was and not sitting a cross from me. During the course of this divorce, it was comforting to know that both Bill and Brett were protecting, defending and fighting for what was best for my children and me. I will forever be grateful to them! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to my case. Thank you for having the same passion as I did. Thank you for being the shield in front of both me and my children. Simply put, thank you!

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William J. Stogsdill Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Vincent Machroli

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 15

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joe Messineo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill Stogsdill is a top notch attorney who is well respected by the entire legal community. This is an attorney that I would trust my family members and closest friends to, and whom I proudly endorse!"

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Kostas Kostopoulos

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"William Sogsdill is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!"

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Keith Roberts

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Stogsdill

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph O'Brien

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Kulerski

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bill Stogsdill is by far the dean of divorce lawyers in DuPage County, IL. You don't get any better. Period."

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Brett Williamson

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Justin Smit

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Anthony Sammarco

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Robert Boyd

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Morgan Stogsdill

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Bryan Estes

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2003.

Suspension issued in IL, 2003

updated on 03/14/2010

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Pro Bono Legal Service Award, DuPage County Bar Association

1986

Outstanding Service Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, DuPage County Bar Association

Work Experience

1984 - Present

President, Law Offices of William J. Stogsdill Jr

1976 - 1984

Partner, Kowalczyk & Stogsdill, Ltd.

1973 - 1976

Assistant State's Attorney, DuPage County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

1983 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

DuPage County Bar Association, Ad Hoc Rules Committee

Member

2000 - 2003

Illinois State Bar Association Employee Benefits Section Council

2000 - 2002

DuPage County Bar Association, Legal Education Committee

Co-chair

1999 - 2000

DuPage County Bar Association, Legal Education Committee

Vice-Chairman

1998 - 1999

DuPage County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Chairman

1997 - 1998

DuPage County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Vice-Chair

1991 - 2003

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Council Section

Member

1987 - 1989

DuPage County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Chairman

1983 - 1984

DuPage County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Co-chair

1982 - 1984

DuPage County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Member

1982 - 1983

DuPage County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Senate Bill 433

Senate Bill 1259

ILCS 5/503

House Bill 1612

July 1, 1999

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Education

1974

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Wisconsin State University

B.B.A

Speaking Engagements

2005

DuPage County Bar Association Family Law and Practice Committee

"Abuse of the Discovery Process"

2003

DuPage County Bar Association Trial Advocacy Workshop

"Issues of Business Valuation"

2002

Northwest Cook County Bar Association Meeting

"Role of Attorney for Child, Guardian Ad Litem and Child Representative"

2001

DuPage County Bar Association, Mega Seminar

"How to Handle Stock Option Issues in a Dissolution of Marriage Case"

2000

Television Program

"Grandparent Visitation"

2000

Illinois State Bar Association Annual Meeting

"How to Allocate Stock Options in a Dissolution of Marriage"

1999

Illinois State Bar Association Seminar for Continuing Legal Education

"A Family Law Update Program"

1999

Clifton Gunderson LLC Seminar

"Achieving the Goal Litigation issues, Business Valuations, Illinois Qualified Domestic Relations Orders"

1998

Illinois Continuing Legal Education

"Qualified Domestic Relations Orders"

1998

Illinois Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

"Overview Divorce Process in Illinois"

1998

DuPage County Bar Association for Continuing Legal Education

"Qualified Domestic Relations Orders"

1997

Dupage County Bar Association Family Law and Practice

"Part III, Mission Impossible: AQDROS"

1997

DuPage County Bar Association Bench/Bar Symposium

"Required Changes in Domestic Relations Division of the 18th Judicial Circuit"

1996

DuPage County Bar Association Family Law Seminar

"Issues in Pension Valuations"

1992

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education

"Planning for and the Need for Legislation in Illinois to Divide Illinois State Pension Plans"

1990

First Symposium on Women and Children's Issues

"Sexual Child Abuse"

1989

DuPage County Bar Association Matrimonial Law Seminar

"Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act"

1986

DuPage County Bar Association Matrimonial Law Seminar

"Division of Retirement Plans"

1985

DuPage County Bar Association Matrimonial Law Seminar

"Classification of Marital and Non-Marital Property Pursuant to House Bill 544"

N/A

West Suburban Bar Association Matrimonial Law Seminar

"Qualified Domestic Relations Orders"

Publications

2011

ISBA Illinois Family Law Handbook A Division of Retirement Benefits in Dissolution Proceedings

1995

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin Authored Chapter 23 of the Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Handbook 1995 edition, "ADivision of Retirement Benefits in Domestic Relations Proceedings"

1988

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin "Allocations of Child Dependency Exemptions"

1982

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin "Modification of Custody Judgments Under the Present Illinois Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act"

N/A

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin "Limitation of Factors Constituting a Substantial Change in Circumstances Justifying a Modification"

N/A

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin "The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act"

N/A

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin "Highlights of Procedure for Withholding of Income to Secure Payment of Support, Section 706.1"

N/A

DuPage County Lawyers' Bulletin Co-author of, "A Discharge in Bankruptcy of Hold Harmless Provisions, In Re the Marriage of Lytle"

Languages

English

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