Todd A. Walters

Todd A. Walters

4.8
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 31 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

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 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

Avvo Review Score

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 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 Russell | June 25, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding service!!!

I am a DoD servicemember stationed overseas. I have been seperated for quite some time and needed to move on with my life and finally get divorced. It was difficult because my ex and I were at different locations overseas and I had no idea how to get the process started. I called Todd's office and wa...s immediately put at ease as Cindy explained the process and everything I needed to do to get started. I was always informed from the beginning stages all the way through to the end. The payment process was smooth and when I finally met Todd he was down to earth, and a true professional. Todd made what initially seemed like an impossible situation, smooth and painless. I highly recommed his firm.

Posted by Tamara | March 26, 2012 | Child Support

Fabulous Attorney

Mr. Walters is a fabulous attorney. He knows the law and walked me through the entire child support process. He gave me the facts and was honest and forth coming with all the important information I needed to know. I knew I was in very trustworthy and capable hands. His staff was excellent. They kept... me informed of court dates and proceedings. I couldn't of hired a better lawyer. I would recommend him to anyone that needs a knowledgable and excellent attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2011 | Uncontested Divorce

Knowledgeable no-nonsense attorney

Todd helped me with my uncontested divorce. At one point it was being contestested by my ex. Todd was so helpful in guiding me through how to proceed. The case ended up being uncontested in the end. Todd tells you like it is, knows the law very well and most of all was attentive. Todd always responde...d promptly to my needs and questions regarding my case. I would highly recommend and should any further legal cases arise I will be retaining his services.

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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:  8.5 (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

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

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

Goals are defined, results are achieved.

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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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