Michael Joseph Calabrese

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Michael Joseph Calabrese

also known as Mike Calabrese, Michael Calabrese

4.1
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Warrenville, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Mediation

4200 Cantera Drive, Suite 200, Warrenville, IL

About Michael

Biography

Caring, Understanding & Ready To Fight For Your Rights.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Family 40%

Calabrese Associates, P.C., is a firm that offers personalized legal service for people going through difficult family challenges. At our office, you will receive the highest standard of legal service that is diligent, ethical, caring and responsive to your individual needs.

32 years

40%
Mediation 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 32 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1993

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Joseph Calabrese

4200 Cantera Drive, Suite 200, Warrenville, IL, 60555

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Michael Joseph Calabrese's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great lawyer, very knowledgable

We hired Mike for a family issue involving my daughter. When it come to family members situations are very personal and emotional. Mike was there to not only help us with our situation, but to console and give us confidence justice will be served. Mike used his vast knowledge to put together a cas...e to give my daughter protection and peace of mind for all of us. The case resulted in a win for us. I highly recommend Mike to represent anyone!!

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Mike Calabrese

Mike executed a restraining order against a man who harmed my daughter. It was a very emotional and difficult time for all of us. He was very compassionate and sensitive to my daughter’s feelings. He was thorough and made sure that he covered all the bases and I explained everything to us. We were ve...ry pleased with his services and would highly recommend him.

Posted by Nicole | July 31, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Calabrese the family guy

I used Mike as a divorce lawyer. My case wasn't very hard considering I had been married a month and already looking to divorce. I was 27 and devastated with what was happening in my life. Mike was very patient with me and my parent's who also came to meet him with me. We basically asked him every... question that we could think of. He answered every one of them. Even when my ex dodged the server several times Mike assured me things would be okay. The vibe I got from Mike was, hey I have kids and I wouldn't want them in this position and if they were in this position I'd do anything to help them. He's genuine, positive, and very knowledgeable. I would recommend him time and time again.

Posted by Mike | May 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Doesn't Quit - Stays in the Fight

I couldn't be happier with the results. Tough battle, wife contested everything and I mean everything. Mr. Calabrese was calm through-out and came out with a few things that surprised me and certainly threw both my X and her attorney for a loop. - GREAT JOB!!!! Even after the divorce was final, X ...wouldn't stop. (long story) Contacted Mr. Calabrese again and got the matter resolved in a single day - AWESOME If you're looking for an attorney that's going to stay in the fight and battle it out until the end, give this guy a call!

Posted by Tony | April 29, 2014 | Family

A lawyer's lawyer

Quite simply, Mike is an excellent lawyer. As a lawyer myself (in another area of law) I knew what to look for in my hotly contested custody battle. Mike was not only quite experienced in the field and knew most of the "players" (lawyers, judges, GAL's, experts) in the area, but was a master of... negotiation. I knew all too well that what happens in the hall way and chambers is almost more important that what happens before the bench. I would regularly marvel at how Mike dealt with opponents outside the courtroom, setting up the issue in my favor before the judge even opened his mouth. Mike was skilled at directing my energies to the battles that really mattered and encouraging me to let go of those issues that wouldn't matter 6 months from then, saving a lot of money and anxiety. Mike was also ethical, never advancing an argument or theory that wasn't "right". In the end, through hard work and excellent negotiating skills Mike obtained a very rare custody order for me so that I, a father, got sole custody of my two teen daughters...with child support but without me paying any maintenance to my x-wife. We cannot thank Mike enough for enabling my girls and me to start a new life. I strongly recommend Mike to those who need an honest and diligent attorney who gets great results in the crazy area of family law.

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Michael Joseph Calabrese's Lawyer Endorsements

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Megan Harris

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Biederstadt

Family lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike is a great attorney and friend. Anyone would be lucky to have him as their attorney!"

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David Fish

Family lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred family law matters to Mr. Calabrese for years. I feel he is hard working, dedicated to his practice, honest, and a good person. I also think he is an outstanding advocate for his clients and his reputation in the legal community is top notch."

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Andrew Cores

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent, knowledgeable attorney who is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is an effective negotiator and strong litigator. Mike has an excellent reputation in the legal community. I look forward to my opportunities to work with Mike."

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Wendy Musielak

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a highly skilled attorney who represents his clients in a professional and skilled manner. He advocates fairly and zealously on behalf of his clients and is well respected in the legal community."

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Sean McCumber

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an excellent lawyer who diligently advocates for his clients. He is fair-minded and non-judgmental. He meets clients' needs at a fair rate. I enjoy working with him in the practice of divorce and family law."

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Michael Biederstadt

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Fish

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Pro Bono Service Award, DuPage County Legal Aid

2004

Pro Bono Service Award, DuPage County Legal Aid

Work Experience

2001 - Present

President, Calabrese Associates, P.C.

1995 - 2000

Associate, Sullivan Taylor P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member, Law Practice Management Committee

2009 - Present

Academy of Bar Leaders

Fellow

1995 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member, Family Law Committee

1993 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - 2014

DuPage County Bar Association

Chairperson, Law Practice Management Committee

2009 - 2010

Justinian Society of Lawyers (DuPage County chapter)

President

2008 - 2009

Justinian Society of Lawyers (DuPage County chapter)

Vice President

2007 - 2008

Justinian Society of Lawyers (DuPage County chapter)

Secretary

2006 - 2007

Justinian Society of Lawyers (DuPage County chapter)

Treasurer

2005 - 2006

DuPage County Bar Association

Chairperson, Family Law Committee

1999 - 2000

DuPage County Bar Association

Chairperson, Professional Responsibility Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Disproportionate division of assets

80/20 divsion of assets in our client's favor and sole custody to our client

Appellate reversal of finding of neglect

Finding of neglect reversed on apeal

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Education

1993

DePaul University College of Law

Juris Doctor - with Honor

1990

Dominican University

Bachelor of Arts - Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2005

Mega Meeting

Case Law Update

2005

DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee

Case Law Update

2004

Mega Meeting

Case Law Update

2004

DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee

Case Law Update

2003

Mega Meeting

Case Law Update

2003

DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee

Case Law Update

2002

DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee

Case Law Update

2001

Mega Meeting

Case Law Update

2001

DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee

Case Law Update

2000

DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee

Case Law Update

Publications

1995

Norton Annual Survey of Bankruptcy Law Bankruptcy Code Section 509 (Recent Developments)

1995

Norton Annual Survey of Bankruptcy Law Section 553 - Setoff (Recent Developments)

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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