Courtney Shillington Mehta

Courtney Shillington Mehta

also known as Courtney Mehta

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Joliet, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +8 more

23 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, IL

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Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 14 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2011

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

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Location

Law Offices of Courtney Shillington Mehta

23 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, IL, 60432

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Courtney Shillington Mehta's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Family

Posted by Kayla | January 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

I will not use anyone else!

Courtney wasn’t what I was expecting at all. She was so much better. She is intelligent, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. She understands family court and really tries to get you the most for the money you have to spend. For instance, when she prepares a motion, she requests that you come in and... complete them with her so you can ask questions and have a clear understanding of what is going on within the case; saving you valuable time and money. Although family court is a long process, she didn’t drag out court dates like some lawyers my family members have used. She worked well with the guardian ad litem to make sure each court date was efficiently utilized for the outcome that we were aiming for. I truly felt like she cared about what was going on with my family; and that alone meant everything. I highly suggest Courtney Mehta, at Henderson Law. If I ever have a family court case, I will not be using anyone else.

Posted by Vicente and Kristi E. | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Courtney Mehta- Henderson Law

Hiring Courtney was the best thing my husband and I could have ever done. Courtney is so patient and thoroughly explains everything in such great detail that you never feel confused. My husband and I tried to handle the court case ourselves at first and were not going in the right direction. While w...aiting for my husband's turn to go before the judge we saw Courtney representing another client. I could see how much the judge and her fellow colleagues respected her. We knew right then and there that she was the one that could help us to get back on track. After talking with Courtney at our consultation we knew we made the right decision. We are now more comfortable knowing that we have the best representation possible. Our case is very sensitive because it pertains to child support for disabled children turning into adult support for adults with disabilities. Courtney is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of the law which was very beneficial in our particular case. She is very compassionate and does everything in her power to ensure that her client's needs are being met. We were also impressed by how much she has the entire family's best interests at heart. Courtney and the staff at Henderson Law are extremely professional, courteous and always send you documentation via email immediately after court. If this page allowed a ten star rating, that is what I would give Courtney and Henderson Law.

Posted by J | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Absolute wonderful

Hired Courtney and was definitely the best decision! She is caring, attentive, and knowledgeable in all areas of family law. Never did I doubt that she had my best interest (and my children’s) at heart with every piece of advice and direction she gave. I would recommend her to anyone I care about fo...r wonderful treatment with all family law matters.

Posted by Maria | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Family Lawyer

Courtney has been a great attorney since she was assigned to my case due to another attorney leaving Henderson Law. She picked up thoroughly right where the other left off. Very prompt with emailing responses on any questions I had through this difficult time. Extremely attentive to my needs/wants an...d always for the best interest of my child. I would highly recommend Courtney for any legal needs in regards to family law.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Quit on me!

Mitchell Legal seemed great at first. Then they convinced me to upgrade to two lawyers, second one being Courtney, to provide better service which of course cost more. Then I hired a GAL of Courtney's liking to supposedly save me money and time on Courtneys billing hours to me. 3 months after hirin...g them and a good amount of money, communication got very difficult, including 2 months of no email replies to a temporary visitation order. When I did hear from them again about 5 months after being hired, Courtney gave me 5 days notice before leaving the firm. I was then left with the lawyer that failed to turn in paperwork to opposing counsel because he also quit the firm on me, and I almost got a contempt charge because of it.

Courtney Mehta

Replied last January 17, 2017

I’m so sorry that you felt confused by the process. Those that know me, know that I was on Maternity Leave and thereafter moved firms. I did notify all of my client’s directly when I went on Maternity Leave and when I switched firms. I’m not sure why this particular client did not receive notice twice. I do agree that I helped choose the appropriate Guardian ad Litem. I also agree that the appropriate Guardian ad Litem often helps resolve the matter without spending excessive attorney’s fees on litigating. That firm’s practice did not involve two attorneys billing at the same time. If two attorneys worked on a particular matter at the same time, then the attorneys split the time between themselves. This way the client was not disadvantaged, but rather advantaged by having multiple attorneys strategizing about a particular case.

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Courtney Shillington Mehta's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vanessa Williams

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Janusonis

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Courtney is smart and professional. She is able to locate and focus on the issues quickly. Furthermore, she is a problem solver. She offers practical solutions while maintaining the dignity of her client and the profession."

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Adam Gynac

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Muchoney

Unknown lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the good fortune of working with Ms. Shillington Mehta in many matters, often in heavily contested hearings, and I have found her to consistently be of the highest caliber in terms of her ethics, zealous advocacy and professional knowledge."

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Patricia Flynn

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Naughton

Unknown lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Whitney Cameron

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Courtney is an intelligent, hard-working advocate. She is always on top of her cases and dilligently works to do what is best for her client."

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Rachel Fugett

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Melton

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly recommend Courtney to any potential client; other than being a very strong and zealous advocate for her clients she is extremely sharp and quick-thinking. I am impressed by her abilities."

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Erin O'Brien

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeannine Parker-Ross

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is honest, straightforward and an excellent attorney."

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Angela Henderson

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Smart and caring. She is well respected and honest."

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Kaitlyn Copi

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Muchoney

Family lawyer

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Vanessa Williams

Family lawyer

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Cynthia Petersen

Child custody lawyer

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Barbara Morton

Family lawyer

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Amber Mikula

Family lawyer

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Mary Szudarek

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patricia Flynn

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Judith Devriendt

Family lawyer

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Kimberly Abma

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Thomas Naughton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mikal Stole

Family lawyer

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Adam Gynac

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anthony Andreano

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Erin O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Rachel Fugett

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Amy Melton

Family lawyer

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Joseph Janusonis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Whitney Cameron

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2011

Dean's List, Chicago-Kent College of Law

2010

Dean's List, Chicago-Kent College of Law

2009

Dean's List, Chicago-Kent College of Law

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Attorney, Henderson & Mehta Law and Mediation Center

2016 - Present

Attorney, Henderson Law & Mediation Center

2011 - 2016

Attorney, Mitchell Law Group

Associations

2018 - Present

Will County Bar Association

Co-Chair of Guardian ad Litem Committee

2011 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Will County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Relocation Granted by Court

Client was granted permission to move out of state with minor child.

Successful Child Support Extension

Client secured extended child support for their disabled adult child.

Guardianship Terminated

Guardianship was terminated on behalf of client restoring his full parental rights.

Change of Custody

Client was granted a change of custody after the court found the other parent presented a serious endangerment to the parties' child.

Order of Protection Denied

Court declined to extend Order of Protection against client after hearing.

Contested Adoption Approved

Step-parent was allowed to adopt children despite objection from biological parent.

Child Support Modification

Client's child support was reduced after the court found there was a substantial change in circumstances.

Maintenance (Alimony) Granted

Client was awarded long-term maintenance despite extensive fight from the other party.

Marital Assets Recovered

Client was awarded substantial portion of the marital assets that the other spouse spent during the divorce.

Shared Parenting Time

Client was able to establish parental rights. Client was also able to secure shared parenting time and a reduction in child support.

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Education

2011

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

Juris Doctorate

2008

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Guardian ad Litem Training

Guardian ad Litem-Investigations for Guardian ad Litems

2019

Masters in Mediation Class

Masters in Mediation Class

2018

Psychologist Office

Changes to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act

2015

Will County Bar Association Guardian ad Litem Commitee

Best Interests of the Minor Children

2015

Will County Bar Association

Guardian ad Litem Panel

Languages

French

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