Kimberly Jo Anderson

Kimberly Jo Anderson

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

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

20 North Clark Street, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL

About Kimberly

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 90%

28 years | 500 cases

90%
Family 10%

28 years | 500 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 27 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1998

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Anderson & Boback

20 North Clark Street, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Kimberly Jo Anderson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Aaron | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great divorce attorney

Kim has represented me for several years and has done a great job of explaining my rights to me and giving me advice on how I should proceed in a very challenging and contentious case with my ex-wife. One great benefit to working with Kim is that she is readily accessible, which is not always the cas...e with many attorneys and she know the ins and outs of the system. I would recommend her for anyone who is getting divorced or is dealing with family court issues, she is a strong advocate and counselor and a fair and honest person to work with.

Posted by Bri | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Effective representation, strong communication

I hired Kim Anderson of Anderson & Boback during a complicated and emotionally difficult time, after reviewing and meeting with several firms. Their representation was top-notch- from our initial intake consultation through the difficult and lengthy litigation process, they were thorough, thoughtful..., and results- driven. They explained complex litigation strategies, as well as the minutiae, as they wrote briefs, appeared in court on my behalf, and took depositions of the many witnesses involved in my case. They also delivered a successful result- after several years of trudging through the tedious legal system, we won!! Their fees were in the range I expected, they were reasonably accessible, and most importantly, I felt supported all the way through the process. If you find yourself in the unhappy situation of needing a lawyer to fight for you, I recommend Anderson & Boback without hesitation.

Posted by Lisa | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

I highly recommend Kimberly Anderson. She is knowledgeable, assertive, and experienced. What impressed me most about Kim is her dedication. I was able to reach her whenever there was a problem. She always responded immediately, proposed a solution, and put me at ease. The entire legal team at An...derson & Boback is superb.

Posted by Kimberly | January 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Best aggressive attorney I ever met

I worked with Kim for the adoption of my daughter. She was always available and took my calls even late in the night. She fought the birth mother who abandoned my daughter and was able to convince the judge that the bio mom's rights should be terminated. I would highly recommend Kim. She is aggre...ssive and fought for my rights!

Posted by Paulina | August 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Honest, Clear and Smart

I was really nervous about getting a divorce . When I meet Kimberly Anderson in her office for the first time she immediately put me at ease with her honesty and clarity about what I could expect in the divorce process. She takes the time to answers all my questions and suggest ways to address my co...ncerns and priorities. I feel confident that she is completely on my side and will work diligently to make sure that my family is protected. I appreciate very much her straight forward manner even when the answer is hard to hear. I highly recommend her. You will be in good hands.

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Kimberly Jo Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"highly endorse Mrs. Anderson. 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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Sarah Zigulich

Unknown lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Kim. She is tough and very thorough. Clients are always in good hands with her."

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Michael Biederstadt

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Attorney Anderson on several cases, she is great to work with, but is very knowledgeable, experienced and works zealously for her clients. I would highly recommend her as an attorney."

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James Keleher

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kim is an excellent attorney. She's a strong advocate for her client, but she's willing to listen to reason in order to reach a compromise that works for all parties involved."

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Jessica Marshall

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Kim is one of the toughest lawyers around, she takes no nonsense, but she is really great to work with. She takes great pride in her success for her clients and it shows in how she advocates for them. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nancy Murphy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a tough cookie, but honest and a strong advocate for her clients. I would hire her to be in my corner!"

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Anne Mudd

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I refer clients to this lawyer for family law litigation and I am always impressed with her prompt responses to clients and her expert advice and representation. While she is always a zealous advocate for her clients, she respects their mediated agreements. I highly recommend her."

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Christian Bremmer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kim is a top notch divorce and family law attorney. She will not mislead the client and fight what is not winnable to make more fees. Her approach is no nonsense, clear cut and straight forward. Her experience with trials is phenomenal. I highly recommend Kim to all my clients that are "shopping" for a great divorce attorney - and nearly all of them end up engaging her,"

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Margaret Bennett

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Anderson is an outstanding family law attorney."

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Kathryn Somers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kim is smart, professional and a great attorney to have in your corner."

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Gary Schlesinger

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. kim is an excellent knowledgable lawyer. she is active in bar assn. activities and seminars as a presenter and attendee and former chair of the ill. state bar assn. family law section council."

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Lyn Conniff

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Laura Holwell

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Sarah Zigulich

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Kellie Bylica

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James Keleher

Family lawyer

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Scott Tzinberg

Family lawyer

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Jessica Marshall

Family lawyer

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Amanda Lone

Family lawyer

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Annette Fernholz

Family lawyer

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Anne Mudd

Mediation lawyer

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Janice Boback

Family lawyer

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Christian Bremmer

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Dion Malik-Davi

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Kathryn Somers

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Nancy Murphy

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Natalie Stec

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2001

Community Service Award, Illinois State Bar Association

1998

Lucy Sprague Public Service Scholarship Award, Lucy Sprague Public Service Award

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Partner, Anderson & Boback

1998 - 2000

Prosecutor, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

1998 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Forensic Forum

Past President

2011 - 2012

Illinois State Bar Association

Past Chair

2010 - 2011

John Marshall Law School Alumni Association

Past President

2008 - 2009

Illinois State Bar Association, Law Related Education for the Public

Past Chair

2007 - 2008

Chicago Bar Association Family Law

Past Chair

2002 - 2006

Illinois State Bar Association, General Assembly

Member

2002 - 2003

Chicago Bar Association, Matrimonial Dispute Resolution Committee

Chair

2000 - 2009

Illinois State Bar Association, Committee on Membership and Bar

Member

2000 - 2006

Illinois State Bar Association, Women and the Law Committee

Member

2000 - 2008

Illinois Learn

Board Member

1998 - 2008

Chicago Bar Association

Member

1998 - 2010

Chicago Bar Association, Adoption Law Committee

Member

1998 - 2005

National Association of Counsel for Children

Member

1998 - 2000

CARPLS

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Custody

Father won custody battle

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Education

1998

John Marshall Law School

JD

1995

Elmhurst College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

Illinois State Bar Association

The Rules of Evidence in Family Law Cases

2011

Civil Unions

Civil Unions

2008

Seminar

Passed the Bar, Now What?

2008

Family Law

Drafting Marital Settlement Agreements

2008

Basic Skills

The New Attorney’s Introduction to the Effective Practice of Law

2006

Law Day

Issues for new attorneys

2006

Law Day

Nuts and Bolts of Hearings on Civil Orders of Protection

2006

Family Law

Animal Law Issues in Family Law

2006

Chicago Bar Seminar

Hot Topics in Matrimonial Law

2006

Cable Program

Abandoned baby and Adoptions

2003

Law at the Library

Law at the Library

2001

Family law seminar

Family Law

2001

Divorce Advocacy School

Developing Powerful Discovery Skills

2000

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

Languages

English

Activity

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