Gordon Stanley Nelson

I would not recommend this attorney based on my experience. Throughout my divorce and post-divorce legal matters, I often felt that I was being nickel-and-dimed while not receiving the level of guidance and attention I expected from an attorney. My biggest concern was the lack of careful review... of the language in my judgment and agreements. When I specifically reached out to make sure I was following the judgment correctly before taking an important financial step, I relied on the advice I was given. I was ultimately advised incorrectly, and that mistake ended up costing me more than $10,000. What is particularly disappointing is that I had already expressed concerns about whether certain language in documents accurately reflected the agreement. During a later post-divorce matter, concerns were also raised about inaccuracies in some of the information being included in the documents. When I brought my concerns to my attorney, I did not feel that they were taken seriously or adequately addressed. I understand that attorneys cannot guarantee the outcome of a case, and I am not leaving this review simply because I did not get the result I wanted in court. My disappointment is with the legal guidance I received leading up to that result and the fact that I relied on that advice when making decisions with significant financial consequences. I paid thousands of dollars for legal representation and expected careful attention to the actual language of my agreements, accurate guidance, and communication when I had questions. Unfortunately, that was not my experience.

I would not recommend Gordon Nelson as a divorce lawyer. I saw how his approach often escalated tension rather than helping to resolve the issues at hand. He seemed to encourage a more contentious path, at times even using sarcasm and manipulative tactics. There was a lack of balance in his approach,... and I felt that his actions inadvertently contributed to the alienation of a parent, which is especially concerning for the well-being of children involved in divorce proceedings. If you're seeking a lawyer who will help navigate the complexities of a divorce in a fair and ethical manner, I would suggest looking elsewhere. It's important to have someone who understands the emotional and legal nuances of divorce, particularly when children are involved, and I did not see Mr. Nelson meet those expectations.

Gordon has helped me through my divorce and custody agreement. He is very insightful that he not only protects what is needed for now but also for the future. He made the entire process easy and smooth for me and I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. He is clear, smart and confident . He was ver...y speedy and efficient and did not waste any time to file the orders and get it signed by the judges.

Gordon was my attorney through an arduous 3 year divorce and post decree battle with my ex-husband. From day one, he guided me through emotional and difficult problems my case brought and effortlessly navigated the exceedingly complicated geography of Cook County Family Court with great ease. He has ...a keen awareness of the various judges and the changing laws, which gave him a major advantage over the other attorney in my case. Gordon is fair, honest, and prompt and although being very straightforward, has a way about him that comforts his clients during an exceedingly difficult time.