Michael R Hudzik

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Michael R Hudzik

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Naperville, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

50 S. Main Street, Suite 200, Naperville, IL

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About Michael

Biography

Dedicated divorce attorney to help you find the best possible outcome for you and your family. Call for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

17 years

30%
Family 30%

17 years

30%
Child Custody 20%

17 years

20%
Child Support 10%

17 years

10%
Mediation 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Hudzik & Vechiola, LLC

50 S. Main Street, Suite 200, Naperville, IL, 60540

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Michael R Hudzik's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

93 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paula | December 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Efficient

Having to hire an attorney is a stressful situation at best. I was grateful to have found Hudzik & Vechiola. My initial call provided comfort and feeling that I had retained an individual who understood the law and could provide the most cost effective representation. Mr. Hudzik managed to settle my ...divorce efficiently within a reasonable timeframe. His expertise and promptness made the process much smoother than I anticipated.

Posted by LeViis | October 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An Expert Navigator Through a Difficult Process

I experienced a rough divorce but Mike steadily steered the process forward effectively, keeping me informed along the process, and supporting me with great advice. Mike's billing model is very fair and transparent. He was able to negotiate a fair divorce settlement for both parties involved. His ...approach is to settle as quick as possible to avoid high court costs which I greatly appreciated. I HIGHLY recommend Mike and his team.

Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Phenomenal Attorney – Exceptionally Organized, Strategic, and Truly Ethical – A Rare Find!

I cannot recommend Michael Hudzik highly enough. From start to finish, he brought an unmatched level of organization, professionalism, and strategy to my divorce case that made a deeply stressful process feel manageable and under control. His phenomenal organizational skills were evident from day on...e—nothing was ever missed, forgotten, or delayed. Every piece of documentation, every court date, and every step in the process was handled with meticulous attention to detail. I always felt like my case was in the most capable hands. What really stood out, though, was his communication. Michael always reached out in a timely manner, kept me informed of every development, and made himself available to answer questions or provide guidance whenever needed. I never had to chase down updates—he was consistently proactive, responsive, and thoughtful. Strategically, Michael was brilliant. He approached my case with a clear, effective strategy tailored to my unique situation, not a one-size-fits-all plan. He thought several steps ahead, and it was clear he was always working with both the short- and long-term picture in mind. And perhaps most importantly—he was never after money. Unlike many in this field, Michael was honest, transparent, and genuinely invested in helping me achieve the best possible outcome without unnecessary costs. His integrity and ethical approach were both refreshing and deeply appreciated. If you are looking for a divorce attorney who is smart, principled, incredibly well-organized, and truly has your back—he is the one you want by your side.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Direct, Honest Approach

Michael did an amazing job representing me. He was hired after my original attorney closed her practice after 13 months on my case. Michael was diligent in reviewing all the older documents and events that had transpired. He made it a point to understand my needs and positions in order to get to a re...solution. Ultimately, the thing I appreciated most was his honest opinions and direction. He never chose to tell me what I wanted to hear but rather just presented me with hard facts and how the other side would be viewing the situation. While other attorneys prey upon their clients emotional state so they can bill them $$ for as long as possible, Michael's direct, to the point approach saved me $ in the long run.

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend Michael Hudzik

Mr. Hudzik and his entire firm were very easy to work with at a very difficult time. He explained everything and was very reassuring and if I had a question he was very responsive to e-mails and also phone calls. (And I did have quite a few questions along the way) They were upfront about their fee...s and explained the billing process clearly. Their fee structure was reasonable and manageable for my financial situation. I would highly recommend Michael Hudzik.

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Michael R Hudzik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Henry Kass

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I currently am in the midst two (2) divorce matters in which Mr. Hudzik is the opposing counsel. My respect for his legal acumen is superseded only by his professionalism both inside and outside of the courtroom. I would highly recommend Mr. Hudzik to anyone seeking to hire an attorney in a dissolution of marriage cause of action."

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Ken Wang

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an attorney that treats his clients like they are people. He does not treat his clients as if they are walking wallets. His legal experience has grown greatly over the many years I have known him, and I highly recommend him to anybody who needs help with their family law problems."

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Sean Mccumber

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"When we hired Mike many years ago, we knew he was a great fit. We pride ourselves on providing caring, compassionate, cost-effective legal services. Mike does that in spades. Our client love him and he is well-respected by lawyers and judges."

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Benjamin Meyer

Family lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael works hard on behalf of his clients to achieve excellent results."

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Michelle Dahlquist

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Markey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike does great work for his clients. He knows how to resolve cases, is responsive and very diligent."

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Betsy Wirth

Family lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Hudzik is extremely well organized and a skilled advocate for his clients. He is an excellent litigator, and an asset to the legal community."

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Laura Baldwin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael works with all his clients to reach the best resolution in their matters, whether it's negotiating an amicable resolution or taking a matter to trial. Michael is both a very skilled litigator and negotiator, and maintains a high level of professionalism throughout the process."

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Anique Drouin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael is an extremely professional and diligent attorney. He zealously represents his clients, and is not afraid to take a case to trial if necessary. He has successfully represented many clients in hearings for orders of protection, child support proceedings, and dissolution of marriage cases. I highly recommend Michael."

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Joseph O'Brien

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christine Harney

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Kourosh Arami

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Melissa Kuffel

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Benjamin Meyer

Family lawyer

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James Nelson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Timothy Whelan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Ken Wang

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Christopher Maurer

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Betsy Wirth

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Bedwell

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anthony Vechiola

Family lawyer

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Erin O'Brien

Family lawyer

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James Laraia

Family lawyer

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William Opal

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patrick Markey

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Laura Baldwin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anique Drouin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Rebecca Laho

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joseph O'Brien

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2022

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2021

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2021

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2021

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Pro-Bono Service Award, DuPage Legal Aid Foundation

2020

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2019

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2019

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2018

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2017

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2016

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2016

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2016

Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Partner, Hudzik & Vechiola, LLC

2011 - 2022

Attorney, Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, PC

2009 - 2009

Supreme Court Rule 711 Law Clerk, DuPage County State's Attorney's Office

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Law Offices of Kimberly A. Duda

2009 - 2011

Attorney, Law Offices of Laurence J. Bolon

2007 - 2009

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Kimberly A. Duda

2007 - 2009

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Laurence J. Bolon

2007 - 2007

Law Clerk, Amin Hallihan

Associations

2014 - Present

Divorce Lending Association

Advisory Board

2014 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

DCBA Family Law Committee

Member

2009 - Present

DCBA Real Estate Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DuPage County Paternity Case

Successful

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Education

2009

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Dominican University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Real Estate Concerns in Divorce Proceedings

Real Estate Concerns in Divorce Proceedings

Publications

2015

DCBA Brief Letter to the Editor

2014

Illinois State Bar Association Newsletter UCCJEA: Understanding the Basics

2013

DCBA Brief UCCJEA and the Interstate Child

Languages

English

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