Marilyn Fletcher Longwell

Marilyn Fletcher Longwell

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody ... +2 more

20 South Clark Street, #1710, Chicago, IL

About Marilyn

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Dissolution of Marriage, legal separation, marital settlement agreements, dissolution of civil unions.

52 years

40%
Child Custody 20%

Child custody, child support, alimony/maintenance, visitation, temporary custody and support, child support arrearages.

20%
Child Support 20%

Child custody, child support, alimony/maintenance, visitation, temporary custody and support, child support arrearages.

20%
Family 15%

Parentage/paternity, custody, child support, parenting schedules and decision-making for children.

52 years

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

Prenuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 52 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1973

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Marilyn Longwell & Assoc., P.C.

20 South Clark Street, #1710, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Marilyn Fletcher Longwell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 29 reviews

Posted by Corina | October 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful experience with my Lawyer

I found Mrs. Longwell via Avvo. She is professional, honest, thorough and compassionate Lawyer. I hired her to deal with my divorce. Even thou English is not my first language, she always made sure I understood all about the case. Every meeting was very fruitful . She guided me through this pro...cess, giving clear indications of what was needed to make this case successful. From the first meeting I felt welcomed and secure. She has a strong personality and the same time she is kind. I will go back to her if I ever need a Lawyer.

Posted by Ken | September 30, 2014 | Family

Marilyn Fletcher Longwell - Lawyer Review

This a very friendly, efficient, professional firm. They took very good care of my case and I am very satisfied with the outcome. If you're in need of a family lawyer I would definitely recommend Marilyn Longwell. Their guidance was valuable and they helped me undestand the process while going throug...h the entire case.

Posted by Jane | December 13, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Peace of mind

I have had ongoing issues regarding my children due to my divorce 10 years ago, and Marilyn has consistently been there on the side of fairness and what is best for the children, as well as supporting my needs as a client. She has consistently given fair and measured advice, and so has helped me navi...gate the difficult waters of ongoing litigation. I have and will continue to recommend Marilyn to anyone who needs a good lawyer.

Posted by ariane | February 15, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

A Highly Skilled Attorney

Marilyn Longwell is a trustworthy and highly skilled attorney. She took action to protect me, when it was needed and handled negotiations calmly and wisely. She has an erudite mind and she has very high standards. Throughout the divorce I learned that I could always contact her with problems and q...uestions and I learned that I could always rely on her judgement. Going through divorce is immensely stressful and knowing that I had Marilyn Longwell standing up for my rights took a lot of the stress out of the situation. Marilyn is an amazing judge of character and completely knowledgeable in legal proceedings. She is able to work with people sensitively and sensibly and I would recommend her without any hesitation.

Posted by Xavier | March 20, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Marilyn Fletcher Longwell

Marylin Longwell was supportive, understanding, sensetive, focused, realistic, dedicated and very professional. She helped to guide, direct, channel and looked for a fair an and equitable solution to the divorce. I was extremely appreciative of the tact and skill she demmonstrated in achiving resolu...tion to such an emotionaly charged life changing event. Without hesitation I would recommend her to any of my friends or acqaintances who needed the services of a proficient lawyer.

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Marilyn Fletcher Longwell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Geraldine Berger

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Longwell. Very knowledgeable 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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Steven Grace

Family lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marilyn is very professional, knowledgeable and has numerous years of experience as an Attorney. I highly endorse Marilyn based on my experiences working with her on Family Law matters."

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Mary Farmar

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is attentive, sensitive, responsive, extremely knowledgable, patient, kind, cares about her clients. She is well respected by her colleagues and the judges."

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James Palmisano

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Marilyn is a very experienced and capable advocate who always has her client's best interest in mind."

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Brigitte Bell

Family lawyer

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Geraldine Berger

Family lawyer

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William Scott

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Most Honored Professionals, American Registry

2016

Top 10 Female Family Law Attorneys in Illinois, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1979 - Present

Principal, Marilyn Longwell & Assoc., P.C.

1975 - 1979

Assistant Legal Advisor, Illinois State Board Of Education

1973 - 1974

Associate, Lawrence L. Kotin, Ltd.

Associations

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2010

West Suburban Bar Association

President

1988 - 1989

Aids Legal Council of Chicago

Board Member

1988 - 1990

Attorney General's Advisory Commission on Rights of the Handicapped

Member

Education

1973

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1965

Muskingum College; The Ohio State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Family Law Update, 2015: A French Quarter Festival

Removal of Children from Illinois

2013

Family Law Update

Ethical Dilemmas for Child Representatives

2012

Family Law

Family Law Seminar Series

2012

Continuing Legal Education

Parentage pleadings

2011

Continuing Legal Education

Temporary Relief Motions

Publications

2016

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter Never Say Never--Just Almost Never: Equitable Defenses to Back Child Support Claims

2015

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter The Art of Mentoring

2015

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter We Need a Statewide Dialogue on the Use of Attorneys Appointed to Represent Children

2013

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter Where have all the Grandmas Gone?

2013

Illinois State BarAssociation Family Law Newsletter New Power for Guardians of the Disabled--Filing for Dissolution of Marriage

2012

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Section Newsletter The Supreme Court Weighs in on a Question of Income,”

2012

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Section Newsletter Modest Suggestions on How Not to Mess Up a Divorce Case, Part 2

2011

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter “Modest Suggestions on How Not to Mess Up a Divorce Case, Part 1,”

2009

Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter Confidentiality Issues for Family Lawyers

1990

pamphlet Getting Divorced: What to Expect

Languages

English

Activity

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