Todd A. Walters

Todd A. Walters

4.8
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Palos Park, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

9700 West 131st Street, Second Floor, Palos Park, IL

About Todd

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-375 per hour


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 30 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1995

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2010

Location

The Walters Law Group, Ltd.

9700 West 131st Street, Second Floor, Palos Park, IL, 60464

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Todd A. Walters's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Hanna | June 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Lawyer Ever

I'm incredibly grateful for Todd Walters. His expertise and support are truly exceptional, and he helped me tremendously. Todd has a deep understanding of family law and extensive experience with divorce cases. He listened attentively to my concerns, asked the right questions, and provided clear... explanations of the legal aspects involved. His communication was outstanding. He is empathetic and understanding, yet very assertive. If you're looking for a divorce lawyer who is experienced, trustworthy, and genuinely invested in your case, I highly recommend Todd Walters. She

Posted by Rick | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Don't Look Any Further

I knew during my initial consultation Mr. Walters was the right man for the job. Mr. Walters didn't sugar coat anything and told me how it was. Not saying any divorce/child custody battle is easy, but my ex wife did things seasoned lawyers couldn't believe. Todd did his due diligence and was alway...s prepared. I don't remember a single instance when Todd wasn't accessible. When you're going through a highly volatile, sensitive and emotional situation that requires guidance, accessibility is everything. I highly recommend Mr. Walters. You won't be disappointed.

Posted by Jacqueline | August 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best in the business!

Todd Walters and his assistant, Cindy Mendez of, The Walters Law Group, are a dynamic duo, the absolute dream team! I'll most importantly highlight this by recommending none other than, The Walters Law Group as your legal advocate due to their professionalism, attention to detail, prompt response ti...me, vast knowledge, success rate and sincere care and overall concern. Significant life changes can be highly stressful, emotionally draining and even traumatic, so picking a lawyer wasn't the easiest of choices. Under pressure and in the midst of my search- a friend of mine recommended Todd Walters as, "the best divorce lawyer around!" So I picked up the phone and gave Todd a call. Immediately I felt a sense of relief, clear direction and support. Todd was candid about my situation, being upfront about the potential outcome (whether good or bad), cost and time frame it could have taken based on the details I provided. Satisfied with his transparency, I eagerly asked him to represent me and from that moment on I never felt worried again. Soon after meeting Todd, I was also introduced to his assistant Cindy Mendez, who was an absolute godsend! Ms. Mendez was so professional, kind and knowledgeable. Cindy genuinely cared about me and my best interest through and through. Every time I had a question, I would email or call her, only to receive a prompt response with answers to my questions and more relief than I could have ask for. She supported me in times of personal doubt and never made me feel I was a nuisance for my constant need for legal updates. I always felt valued as a client, so much so, I saw Cindy as a friend. In all, the process for my divorce from start to finish took 7 months, but I felt just as important on the last day as I did on the first. Pricing was reasonable and most definitely worth every penny. At our last interaction upon finalization of divorce, Todd and Cindy both reached out to me with clear and concise details of what I was to do and where I stood at that point. They gave me all the paperwork and direction I needed without ever having to ask. They both thanked me for choosing them as my legal advocates and asked me to stay in contact as they would be there if I "ever needed anything." I feel most grateful for their representation, really I don't know what I would have done without them. Please do yourself a favor and choose, The Walters Law Group for your legal needs!

Posted by Becky | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Todd Walters is the BEST!

Todd is an amazing attorney! Todd's expertise and professionalism were obvious from our first meeting. My consultation was extremely thorough and educational about the divorce process. Todd truly cares about his clients and demonstrated this by being available and responsive to any question or conc...ern that I had at just about any time of the day or night. Todd worked hard for me and made a stressful time in my life so much easier.

Posted by Kristin | February 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent and compassionate attorney

Todd Walters is an excellent attorney. I am dealing with a very difficult divorce and custody case. Todd and his secretary Cindy have been by my side throughout the entire process. Todd is an extremely concerned, compassionate and caring attorney who answers all my calls, emails and text messages... even on weekends. Todd's knowledge of the law exceeds my expectations. Todd's concern over my case goes above and beyond. He is highly respected by other attorneys and Judges. I highly recommend Todd Walters

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Todd A. Walters's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ralla Klepak

Family lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Walters is a person of high standards: intellectually, ethically and in commitment to his clients and the dignity of the profession. He continally displays compassion for his clients and he patiently endures the most difficult of adversaries in order top bring the best results to his clients."

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Jonathan Shimberg

Family lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a zealous advocate, who, most importantly, also maintains a strong sense of practicality."

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Rex Huner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Todd as a Lawyer from his beginning in Law School. He was smart and quick thinking back then with a disciplined approach to the issues he took on. He continues to successfully apply those positive attributes to his practice and the clients I have referred him."

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Kari Cornelison

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked against him on several cases and he has been professional and trustworthy."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2010.

Reprimand issued in IL, 2010

updated on 11/06/2012

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of Todd A. Walters, Ltd.

1995 - 2009

Senior Associate, a distinguished family law firm in Chicago

1994 - 1994

Clerk, United States Attorney's Office, Grand Rapids, MI

Associations

Will County Bar Association

Member

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Custody and Contested Visitation Cases

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Education

1995

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Ithaca College

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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