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 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Andrew | August 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Good attorney services

Choosing Blacha Law for my child custody case was the best decision. Working with Erika Eassa and Mary Kay McCann, I knew my case was in good hands. They helped with everything that I needed done, and walked me through everything that I was unsure of. They were always responsive and made this process... a lot less stressful. I would highly recommend working with both Erika and Mary Kay.

Posted by NR | August 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great Team

I had very good experience working with the Blacha group. My child custody case was first with Hannah and when she left Blacha law office Monika had taken up my case. My case initially looked very easy. My children had lived with me in California for 5 years and my ex wanted to move them back to Ill...inois. The case turned out to be complicated, as it was always with my ex. It involved multiple inter-state and international documents and a trial on Zoom. But we prevailed in the end, after litigating for 2 years. Monika was very good inside and outside the court. She is compassionate and easy to work with. I would wholeheartedly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Top Notch

obtained the services of Kathleen Bondi (Kathy) with Blacha Law office just a few months ago. With a Spouse located in another state, Kathy did an exceptional job getting my divorce finalized very quickly, as well as a marital/custody agreement that I was very pleased with. She is extremely knowledge...able on Illinois law and has a very calm demeanor about her which is very helpful during an emotional time. Her paralegal Jayme was nothing short of extraordinary. If you are in search of a top notch firm, Blacha Law will not disappoint.

Posted by David | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Father's Rights

As a father going through a difficult divorce, my utmost concern was protecting my rights with the custody of my children. Monika Blacha, Jackie DeSana and the entire team fought tirelessly to help me achieve this. I could not be more grateful for the work that they did so that we can be a family aga...in.

Posted by Faraji | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent law firm

I used the Blacha Law Office service to help get custody of my son. My son's mom gave guardianship of my son to her mother, the whole thing was a mess. Blacha's firm was able to work out a parental agreement in my favor and I couldn't be more pleased. The team was awesome and highly effective, I c...ould've asked for a more responsive and insightful team.

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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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2020

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2019

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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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