Ava Touloupakis

Ava Touloupakis

also known as Touloupakis Aguirre LLC

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Probate, Marriage & Prenuptials

77 W Washington St Ste 1124, Chicago, IL

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Practice Areas

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Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 20 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2005

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Touloupakis Aguirre, LLC

77 W Washington St Ste 1124, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Ava Touloupakis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashley | February 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

BEST IN THE CITY!

I can confidently say I would not have made it through my custody case without Attorney Ava Touloupakis. Custody matters are emotionally and mentally overwhelming, but having Ms. Ava in my corner made the journey far more manageable. She was more than just my attorney. So she was a true teammate, adv...ocate, and steady source of support when I needed it most. Ms. Ava leads with compassion while remaining honest and realistic every step of the way, which is something I deeply appreciated during such a sensitive process. Her knowledge of the law is exceptional, and her strategic approach gave me confidence that my case was being handled with intention and care. She is incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and communicates clearly and consistently so you always understand what’s happening and what to expect next. If you are looking for an attorney who is professional, responsive, strategic, and genuinely invested in her clients, Ms. Ava is the one. I am beyond grateful for her representation and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone navigating a custody case.

Posted by Jessina | July 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

A compassionate and honest lawyer.

I was referred to Ava Touloupakis, in July of 2019, after finding out that the neglect, and emotional and financial abuse, from my then husband, was finally affecting my children. I had believed it wasn't possible but then I found out things like he was hiding money that he made so as not to have to... pay bills. He was also leaving the children alone in the house, at the ages of 3 and 5 for a minimum of an hour, possibly more, among many other problems that we had, I couldn't allow this to go further so I asked him to leave and sought help. From the beginning, Ava was an empathetic listener. She is honest in what she believes she can do and won't do anything without approval. She is responsive, straight to the point, answers questions and is open to hear one's concerns and offer suggestions. This also shows in her work with the court. She is a very knowledgeable and efficient lawyer, who doesn't want to waste time unnecessarily, but will do what she has to do to get the desired end result. When working with her, I felt we were on the same team and to me that was important. From a legal standpoint, I felt Ava was truly a confidant and I was able to trust her. In my case (which was difficult because of a lack of participation in the beginning from the other side and then the shutdown and continued pandemic) we were granted what we asked for. I would recommend her to any one, (actually I already have) as she will fight for you and your needs efficiently and honestly.

Posted by Janet | March 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Passionate, Professional, Experienced, Knowledgable

Mrs. Touloupakis was highly recommended by a circle of friends who all have had nothing but great things to say about her! She was there for me and my family. I have nothing but respect for Ava and her legal expertise and abilities with every positive outcome she has represented us. Ava has a vast... amount of knowledge and knows exactly what course of action to take for my situation. There was no such thing as "legal road-blocks" or "curve balls" because Ava has the solutions. When you have someone as professional, thorough, organized and as well versed as she is and on your side, you know you have the absolute best representation possible. Ava is PROMPT, KIND and UNDERSTANDING each time that we use her for legal services. She takes the time to listen to me, and my family's legal needs. In return, she consistently AND respectfully always advises and/or explains to my family and I what our legal options are and how to proceed moving toward our goal successfully. Then, she takes immediate action to represent our case and expedite it according to the law. Legal situations are frustrating, stressful and difficult to go through but if you have the right representation, your worries and concerns are nonexistent. Ava is very respectful and made me feel comfortable during the entire process. She is trustworthy, fair and cost-conscious. She truly cares about her clients and keeps you aware of every possible outcome. She is experienced, knowledgeable and astute, attentive, just and reassuring. She plans ahead by devising and implementing long range strategy and has contingency plans. She promptly returns calls and emails. Even when I was out of state, she made sure she kept me up to date with the whole process, clear and concise with her words, so there was no confusion on the progress of our case.

Posted by Mariela | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

trustworthy and professional - hired/consulted multiple times in the last decade- very satisfied with her work

I hired her as my attorney about 10 years ago for divorce and custody proceedings. I have continued to hire/consult with her in the last decade whenever I have needed help with support modifications as well as other miscellaneous issues that have come up throughout the years with my ex. She's always... been very professional, prompt with responses, and direct which I appreciate. I trust her judgement and her knowledge of family law. I've always felt that the advice given was in the best interest of my kids (priority one) as well as myself. Having someone of her caliber fighting on my side during such difficult times was such a relief. I highly recommend!

Posted by Jim | February 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An Exceptional Advocate

My goal from the very beginning was to negotiate a fair settlement agreement with my now ex-wife. Needless to say, agreeing upon what is fair when it comes to divorce is never easy. And yet Ava was instrumental in negotiating a settlement that was genuinely fair. As my advocate throughout the proces...s, Ava, always had my best interests in mind. But more importantly, she helped me better understand fairness in the eyes of the court. She encouraged me to trust in the innate fairness of the law itself. Apart from Ava's ongoing advocacy I would have agreed upon a less than fair settlement, a settlement I would have lived to regret. Thanks to Ava that did not happen. I could not have had a better lawyer advocating on my behalf. If you are looking for an attorney who is fair, honest, and a great communicator of the law you would do well to choose to be represented by Ava!

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Ava Touloupakis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Chiero

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Touloupakis is an outstanding trial lawyer; and, her advanced litigation skills coupled with her insightful and patient demeanor allow her to settle cases quickly for her clients and avoid costly trials. If I have a conflict of interest and need to refer a client to an attorney, I would recommend Ms. Touloupakis, first."

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Alexandra Martinez

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've had Ava as opposing counsel on several matters and found her to be competent and aggressive in working towards her client's goals. I highly recommend her!"

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Frank Kladis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for her professionalism, knowledge, people skills and ability to get results. Her expertise in this area of practice is substantial and her reputation among peers is unparalleled. You simply can't do better with anyone other choice."

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Patrick Markey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ava has all the qualities of a great lawyer: smart, hard working, diligent, responsive and caring. I highly endorse her."

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Mark Jacobson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as she is an excellent attorney who has a great attitude toward helping those in need for the issues of family law issues including, but not limited to, divorce and child custody."

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Tanya Fajardo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ava Touloupakis is an excellent attorney in her field. She truly cares about her clients and works hard to get each client the best outcome. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a family law attorney."

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Jeffrey Marks

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Ava on multiple matters throughout the years, and could not think of anyone with a higher professional and ethical standards as a divorce attorney. I am comfortable referring clients to her and know that they will be completely and competently taken care of. I endorse this lawyer to the fullest extent possible."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Principal, Touloupakis Aguirre LLC

2006 - 2015

Attorney, Craig B. Hammond, Ltd.

Associations

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Hellenic Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Western Michigan University - Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Illinois, Chicago

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Greek

Spanish

Polish

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