Monika M. Blacha

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Monika M. Blacha

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Naperville, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

1230 E. Diehl Rd, Suite 325, Naperville, IL

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About Monika

Biography

Experienced Family, Probate and Divorce Attorney. In Person (using CDC Recommendations) and Virtual Consultations Still Available. 20 Years of Experience. Call For A Free Consultation.

Caring, Responsive and Effective Divorce Representation. Call For A Free Consultation.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Family 50%

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 26 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1999

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Blacha Law Office, Ltd.

1230 E. Diehl Rd, Suite 325, Naperville, IL, 60563

Blacha Law Office, Ltd.

54 N Ottawa St #205, Joliet, IL, 60432

Blacha Law Office, Ltd.

33 N. Dearborn Suite 1000, Chicago, IL, 60602

Monika M. Blacha's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

70 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Mark | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probated Estate

My primary attorney was Kathleen (Kathy) Bondi from Blacha Law Offices. Upon consulting the several firms to handle my case, I decided to retain services with Blacha Law Offices as Kathy provided me the best level of comfort and made the best first impression. After hire, Blacha Law Offices was abl...e to help me seek and complete all of the items I needed and requested to finalize and close the probated estate. I would recommend Blacha Law Office for Estate legal expertise,

Posted by Sankar | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Recommendation

I contacted Blacha Law Office to handle my highly contested divorce case. Monica Blacha and Erin Victoria O'Connell from Blacha law office did a great job handling my divorce. My case became increasingly more challenging as it progressed further towards the trial. I would highly recommend the legal s...ervice of this law firm. Should the unfortunate need arise, seek out the counsel of Monica Blacha. It was pleasure to work with Blacha Law Office. Thanks!

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended

Monika and her entire team was extremely helpful and responsive during my divorce. My case was complicated with an EOP, child custody concerns including consideration of a GAL, and relocation out of state. Not only were they knowledgeable they were compassionate while still being realistic. My out...come was favorable for myself and my child. I would recommend this office to anyone who finds themselves in the situation I was in.

Posted by Marla | October 05, 2018 | Wills & Living Wills

First impression very positive

I contacted several firms and was very impressed with the professional way my questions were answered. I was given a thorough explanation of how the process works with regard to wills and power of attorney documents. I have been given several appointment slots available to meet my needs and will conf...irm one very soon. I was able to speak to a paralegal and felt that Marcin was knowledgeable and very interested in helping me put together an updated will and other necessary documents needed to make informative decisions regarding my estate.

Posted by Colleen | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Makes it easy!

Blacha Law Office was very helpful and knowledgeable when assisting us put together our will. They made the process so easy and it helped us realize where the holes were in planning for our future. The paperwork format was easy, I received timely responses to my questions, and great service from star...t to finish. Highly recommend!

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Monika M. Blacha's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sean McCumber

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Monika on several contentious divorce matters. She has maintained the utmost professionalism and courtesy. She knows her stuff, but will always be open to ideas and suggestions."

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Jaclyn DeSana

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Monika is a fantastic attorney who truly cares about her clients and works very hard to ensure that they get successful outcomes."

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Kathleen Bondi

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Monika is a pleasure to work for. She supports her team well and has the utmost level of professionalism, and is very well informed in all aspects of family and probate law."

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Hannah McKinney

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Monika is an incredible attorney and cares greatly about her clients."

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Rebecca Krawczykowski

Family lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Monika. She vigorously advocates for her clients, is knowledgeable about the law, and practices with the utmost of professionalism, which is reflected by her reputation in the courtroom and in the legal community."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Blacha. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"

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Matthew Sullivan

Family lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have collaborated with Monika on many matters both when we were colleagues at Winston & Strawn and now that we are both in small firm practices. She is an exceptionally smart lawyer who really cares about her clients and aggressively represents their interests. I heartily recommend her."

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Erin O'Connell

Family lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Monika is exceptionally smart and very driven to protect her clients' interests. She is a superb attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Erik Snapp

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Monika is an outstanding lawyer. She's extremely smart, she's knowledgeable of the areas she practices in and she's endlessly dedicated to serving her clients' needs. We have worked together on many cases for clients large and small over the course of a decade, and I endorse her wholeheartedly."

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Sean McCumber

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kathleen Bondi

Family lawyer

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Hannah McKinney

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jaclyn DeSana

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jason Traub

Family lawyer

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Mark Clay

Immigration lawyer

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Erin O'Connell

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Matthew Sullivan

Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2016

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2014

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2013

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2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

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2007

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1999 - 2012

Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP

Associations

1999 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Dupage County Bar Association

1999 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

1999 - Present

Will County Bar Association

Education

1999

Northwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Loyola University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2008

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Languages

English

Polish

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