Jessica Lynn Malmquist

Jessica Lynn Malmquist

4.5
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Oak Park, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation, Estate Planning

1011 Lake Street, Ste. 412, Oak Park, IL

About Jessica

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Mediation 20%

Collaborative Law and Mediation, including Attorney Assisted Mediation.

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 22 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2003

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Goddard & Malmquist

1011 Lake Street, Ste. 412, Oak Park, IL, 60301

Greenwich Law Group, LLC

5225 Old Orchard Rd, Ste 24B, Skokie, IL, 60077

Greenwich Law Group, LLC

500 Lake Cook Rd., Ste. 350, Deerfield, IL, 60015

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Jessica Lynn Malmquist's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kim | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent & Attentive Attorney

Jessica has been my attorney for the last few years. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field and takes the time to really listen to her clients. My particular case was beyond complicated and Jessica handled every step with the utmost professionalism. She is well respected by her peers and the j...udges that we encountered. She even took the time to talk to the children involved in the case. She went out of her way to explain to them every step that they would be involved in just to put them at ease. I highly recommend her as an attorney and still hire her for ongoing legal issues.

Posted by Pat | June 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Jessica was very honest and realistic about the outcome of my case. She always tried to work towards a civil solution for all parties. She made it easy for me and I have an extremely hectic schedule as an airline pilot. In court she was well prepared and often made the opposition look inexperienced. ...Kind of funny to watch. The opposition was completely out the ordinary for what they wanted from me and we didn't back down. Also my situation was almost impossible. Being served divots paper gram a women with a little girl, with cancer, while I had a relationship with someone. It was an uphill battle. I started off looking like a terrible father/husband. By the end of the case the judge had called out my ex and inevitably disliked her. My ex tried to play off of her bad situation and make me out to be terrible. Jessica made the judge see right through that and see the truth. Even at the end of the case, financially I was strapped so she was flexible with the payment as far as options and it all worked out for the best. Thank you to Jessica fur all her work, but I hope to not have to work with her again.

Posted by Raychelle | June 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best for custody cases!

I was completely lost and very upset when I first came to Jessica. I had no idea everything that a custody case entailed and didn’t know what I wanted. She was great at walking me through everything though. It ended up being a much longer and more difficult process than anticipated, but every step... of the way Jessica was with me. I felt like she was completely on my side and my ally throughout the whole thing when I had very little support otherwise. She was honest and upfront with the things we could get and the things we couldn’t and was tough with me when she needed to be. She fought for things I didn’t even realize I needed because she understood my case and the situation and knew exactly what I wanted. Through it all, Jessica was patient with all of my inquiries and occasional venting, but always tried to keep me on track both financially and to focus on the main issues. It was a long, scary and exhausting process but Jessica brought me through for the better and I am so glad I had her guidance.

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Overpriced and poor

Handled the divorce case for me. Charged more than other side's attorney, no timely response to questions but still charges the hours to read emails/vmails. Didnt save me a dime but made enough for herself. Go find another lawyer.

Jessica Malmquist

Replied last June 07, 2016

We are sorry you feel you did not receive the divorce experience you desired. The matter as stated does not sound familiar and though we strive for complete client satisfaction in every case, this is not always possible. Should you wish to discuss any specific concerns please contact me directly.

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Honest, hard working and intelligent

Atty Malmquist did an excellent job handling my divorce. She clearly laid out what I should expect going through the process, and what my options were. I thought her pricing policies were more than fair, she charged in 15 minute increments whereas other attorneys I had consulted with would charge for... a minimum of 30. She is incredibly smart, and always showed up prepared. I'm glad she was on my side.

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Jessica Lynn Malmquist's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Goody

Child support lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I contacted Jessica based upon a referral from a college friend who works in Chicago. My client lives in New York but had been divorced in Illinois. Jessica was intelligent, professional and responsive to my inquiries and was clearly knowledgeable in the areas of divorce law, child support and jurisdiction. She was further able to provide insight into the common practices in the local Courts which cannot be found in law books. Thanks Jessica!"

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Marc Whipple

Mediation lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Malmquist was kind enough to discuss an unusual legal matter with me for the benefit of people with a specialized problem. She was insightful and helpful."

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Rita Ghose

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is an exceptional attorney, possessing a rare combination of litigation and negotiation skills. She is smart and uses her knowledge and experience in coming up with creative and outside-the-box solutions (which is what you need in a divorce attorney). I wholeheartedly endorse her!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

Super, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner - Owner, Greenwich Law Group, LLC

2016 - 2018

Partner/Attorney, Goddard & Malmquist

2011 - 2016

Associate, Law Offices of Alexandra M. Goddard

2007 - 2010

Attorney, Ladden & Allen

Associations

2020 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Illinois (CDI)

Fellow

2017 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Memeber

2003 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

2012 - 2020

Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois

President, President Elect, Fellow, Current Treasurer

2012 - 2022

Inernational Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Fellow

2010 - 2020

DuPage County Bar Association

Education

2006

University of Galsgow - School of Economics

MPhil

2004

Univesity of Edinburgh - School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2003

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Beloit College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

The Interface Between the 2016 Changes to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act and Collaborative Practice

The Allocation Judgment and Parenting Plan

2016

CLII Barrington Practice Group

2016 Changes to the IDMA: What you need to know as a Therapist, Divorce Coach, or Financial Neutral

Languages

English

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