Morgan Lynn Stogsdill

Morgan Lynn Stogsdill

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 19 years

Child custody Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Family

161 N Clark St, Suite 2600, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Beermann Pritikin Mirabelli Swerdlove

161 N Clark St, Suite 2600, Chicago, IL, 60601-3243

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Morgan Lynn Stogsdill's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent

Morgan was very responsive to inquiries and questions without delay She seemed to have the experience required and knowledge of the law to address many of issues as well as connections to outside parties related to the process to expedite as well to my advantage Although the end cost was quite ...a bit more than estimated, this was not necessarily due to Morgan as much from an unreasonable and unresponsive opposing counsel's I could easily recommend Morgan to a friend

Posted by Todd | January 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional, Capable, Effective. Highly Recommended.

I found Morgan after two strikes with other lawyers that "talked a good game" but left me feeling lost and hopeless. I paid almost as much in fees for other lawyers that were "winging it" at court appearances. If you find that Morgan and her team are marginally more expensive than some others there... are many good reasons that justify the difference. It's difficult for attorneys to take the time to really learn the particulars of your case as all clients wish, but don't want to pay for. Morgan walks that line fairly well and actually engages in some level of strategy while keeping things realistic and professional. In the end, legal representation is a business and clients can certainly feel like the whole system is skewed unfairly against them. Morgan understands this and does an excellent job of mitigating the emotional and financial turmoil of a prolonged legal matter where others would just get by punching the clock. Morgan helped me achieve pretty close to the best outcome anyone should rightfully expect in my particular circumstance. Recommending her is a foregone conclusion.

Posted by Mike | April 01, 2015 | Child Custody

A breath of fresh air in an otherwise daunting process

Morgan represented me in a custody case for my daughter. This is my second time through this process and the 4th attorney I've used. I had very high expectations of Morgan from the start and she did not disappoint. This process often leaves you feeling very vulnerable, alone and confused. I c...an honestly say that the way that Morgan and her team operate will leave you feeling at ease, confident in your decisions and well informed. Time and time again Morgan stuck up for me and protected me. I know she has many more clients (and many more lucrative ones as well) but you would never know it. I always felt well attended to. My situation was quite a bit out of the norm and the opposing attorney was very difficult to deal with. Despite that, she remained patient and professional throughout my case ensuring that I was treated with respect. My emails/calls were answered promptly and I was always informed of the opposing attorney's communication. Morgan is a partner in this well renown firm and consistently acts like it. Despite her great position, I found her billing practices more than fair. I live on a firefighter salary and was worried about the cost of her services over a long period of time. However, I was kept informed of my current billings and was always pleasantly surprised at how generous she was in comparison with many other attorneys. Morgan was a light in an otherwise very dim tunnel. I can tell you first hand that this is not the case with most attorneys, especially in large firms. Her and her team took a horrible process and did everything they could to make it bearable. I am very happy with the judgements we received and would recommend her to anyone looking for a solid legal team.

Posted by Mark | December 09, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce Representation

Morgan was outstanding in every aspect of my case. Her professionalism was second to none as well as her preparation time and time again. My case ran for a year due to a contentious opposition. We won every motion for and against us. Nothing was lost and I actually gained ground as time went on. I ...could not be happier with the outcome. Thus, my highest recommendation.

Posted by Patrick | December 14, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce, Child Custody

I hired Morgan to represent as a respondent in a divorce I did not want. Morgan respected my views and beliefs. She is very knowledgeable and in my opinion top notch. Morgan kept me informed and on task with expert advice. Her fees were very reasonable. My primary concern was getting custody of my yo...ung son. I not only got custody, Morgan made sure I was treated fairly as well as optimizing my outcome in the divorce process beyond my wildest expectations. By far the most competent legal council I have ever had! I have a few "happily" married friends that wanted Morgan's contact information "just in case!" I cannot speak highly enough of Ms. Stogsdill!

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Morgan Lynn Stogsdill's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Sposeep

Child custody lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently had a custody matter with Morgan and she handled herself like a veteran. She was respectful but firm and assisted in facilitating a framework for the parties to better work together as co-parents rather than as enemies. I would highly recommend Morgan and look forward to working with her in the future."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Stogsdill. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."

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Cameron Monti

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whenever my firm and I have clients that is in need of a highly-skilled divorce attorney, we always make certain to refer them to Morgan. She has demonstrated time and time again that she is top in her area of law and her handling of our clients' divorce matters. If our business law firm ever decides to expand its practice to divorce and family law matters, rest assured we will aggressively pursue Morgan to join our team!"

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Megan McAlister

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Strauss

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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DeAnna Rosinski

Unknown lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Jackson

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Brett Williamson

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Meredith Pate

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Justin Smit

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Anthony Sammarco

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Nicholas Galasso

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Robert Boyd

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Brian Nigohosian

Family lawyer | May 07

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"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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William Stogsdill

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Stephen Vernon

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Stogsdill is an extremely talented, charismatic and tenacious attorney. She has a tremendous amount of court room knowledge and experience. I strongly endorse Ms. Stogsdill."

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Michael Strauss

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DeAnna Rosinski

Family lawyer

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Daniel Jackson

Litigation lawyer

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Brett Williamson

Family lawyer

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Meredith Pate

Litigation lawyer

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Justin Smit

Family lawyer

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Anthony Sammarco

Family lawyer

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Brian Nigohosian

Family lawyer

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Robert Boyd

Family lawyer

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William Stogsdill

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Stephen Vernon

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Most Influential Women Attorneys in Chicago, Crains Chicago Business

2016

40 under Forty Attorney to Watch in Illinois, The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin

2015

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2012

2012 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

2011 Illinois Rising Star Attorney, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

"Best of the Best" Young Professional, Lincoln Park Young Professionals

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyer Magazine

2007

3rd Most Jury Verdicts in Cook County, 2007 Jury Verdict Reporter/Trial Lawyers Index

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney & Partner, Beermann Pritikin Mirabelli Swerdlove LLP

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Parrillo, Weiss & O'Halloran

Associations

2005 - Present

Chicago Inn of Court

Member

2015 - 2016

Lawyers Lend a Hand

Co-chair My Hero Awards

2010 - 2014

Northwestern Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Board

Board Member

2009 - 2014

Midwest and Illinois Eye Bank

Board Member

2008 - 2010

Chicago Bar Association

2006 - 2008

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Insurance Defense Litigation Trials

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Education

2013

Houston Family Law Trial Institute

Graduate

2006

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

The University of Kentucky

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Webinar

Dissipation

2013

Issues in Family Law

Contempt of Court

Publications

2017

2016

The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 40 Under Forty Attorney in Illinois to Watch

2015

2007

Jury Verdict Reporter Trial Lawyers Index- Cook County Jury Verdict Reporter

Languages

English

Activity

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