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Michael David Elkin
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Biography
With the selection of Michael D. Elkin by the National Trial Lawyers Association to its Top 100 Trial Lawyers, (2012 through 2014) Mr. Elkin has shown that he exemplifies superior qualifications, leadership skills, and trial results as a legal professional. The selection process for this elite honor is based on a multi-phase process, which includes peer nominations combined with third party research. The National Trial Lawyers Association is a professional organization comprised of the premier trial lawyers from across the country who have demonstrated exceptional qualifications in their areas of law.
Elkin & Associates primarily focuses on two areas of law: Criminal Defense and Family Law.
The lawyers at Elkin & Associates spend countless hours protecting and defending their clients’ rights. Each attorney at Elkin & Associates will leave no stone unturned and defend your case with the utmost skill and effort. The founding partner, Michael D. Elkin, established the firm with a vision to be among the finest law firms in the Chicago-land area.
At Elkin & Associates, the team is comprised of skilled, dedicated and hardworking divorce and family law professionals. As such, their goal is to educate, negotiate, mediate or litigate to the best interests of their clients. Their legal team has extensive experience in trying divorce and custody cases throughout the Chicago-land area. Their expertise and commitment to their clients have made them one of the fiercest and highly respected child custody law firms in the Chicago-land area. When a client works with a divorce lawyer from Elkin & Associates, they have the backing of the entire law firm in helping their client achieve the most favorable result in their family law issue.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-475 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 20 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2005
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017
Location
Michael D. Elkin Attorney at Law
22 W. Washington St. 15th Floor, BLOCK 37 Building, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Michael David Elkin's Reviews
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Posted by Angela | March 05, 2014 | Child Custody
Thank You :)
Mr Elken is beyond what classifies an attorney. He handled my case with ease, compassion and class. I never felt left in the dark and he always was there to answer any concerns and was very fair and knowledgable when it came to sensitive matters. My custody case was long and frustrating. Im not sure ...
Posted by Joseph | January 08, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Michael Elkin has renewed my faith in the legal system.
There is nothing worse than proceeding through the legal system feeling like things are never going to end and that you have become a victim of the process. With Mr. Elkin by my side, I'm confident that my needs and the needs of my children are being addressed. Having been through a 27-month-long d...
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2013
Above and Beyond on every level
My experience with Mr. Elkin was exceptional. I know for a fact that he has a substantial case load, but he somehow managed to make me feel like I was his only client. He went above and beyond in every aspect of the case that I retained him for. Not only was he professional, knowledgeable, and dilige...
Posted by Igor | April 01, 2013
Solid help
MIchael Elkin has advised us countless times. We even asked MIchael to participate in our radio show, which he does weekly answering questions of radio listeners.
Posted by Debra | July 05, 2010 | Criminal Defense
My Lawyer
Trying to be private as I can, I found this site, and feel compelled to write something. Mr. Elkin, or Michael as we called him, saved, litteraly, my husband's life. Michael defended him against some very serious charges that were just bologny. As my husband and Michael decided to go to trial we w...
Michael David Elkin's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Michael is an outstanding criminal defense attorney and family attorney too! Everyone knows who he is and respects him. He gets incredible results and is not afraid to try a case. Opposing counsel fear him when they see his name as the adversary."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse Mr. Elkin. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."
"Highly knowledgeable attorney with great perspective."
"Mr Elkin's personal concern for his clients goes above and beyond. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Michael for some time now. He is a very impressive attorney. He is intelligent and fights hard for his clients, whether in criminal defense or family law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Elkin on a divorce case where he was professional and experienced. Good choice!"
"I had the privilege of working for Mr. Elkin. I learned a great deal from him. I have seen first hand how hard Mr. Elkin works for his clients. I am so lucky to have him as a mentor."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Elkin in an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"I worked with Michael on multiple family law cases and have referred several clients to him - Michael has proven himself to be a very competent, prompt and knowledgeable attorney, who is able to handle complex divorce and custody issues with great efficiency. I highly recommend Mr. Elkin in the field."
"Michael truly cares about his clients and their lives. He treats every client's case as if it were his own and works around the clock for them. Michael Elkin is an smart, savvy and effective lawyer who simply gets results. I highly recommend him!"
"While working with Michael Elkin on a couple of cases recently, I was impressed by his strong desire to help and guide his clients through difficult situations. Michael Elkin is a strong advocate with a strong desire for justice."
"Michael Elkin is not only an excellent trial lawyer, he is thoughtful, diplomatic and kind. A rare find in our field. I endorse this lawyer 100%."
"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on one of the messiest cases I've ever dealt with. His professionalism and legal knowledge of the issues is phenomenal and I would therefore highly recommend him."
"Michael is a tenacious attorney and a tireless advocate. Michael's legal expertise and fearlessness is a value to any client. I unreservedly endorse Mr. Michael Elkin and would not hesitate to refer a case to him."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.
Suspension for a time certain/ Court order required issued in IL, 2017
updated on 02/22/2018This type of suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. Once the suspension expires, the attorney must show the Court that he or she has reformed and should be allowed to return to the practice of law.
Honors
2015
2015 Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Nationally Ranked Top 10 under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2014 - 2017
Principal, Michael D. Elkin Attorney at Law
2008 - 2013
Of Counsel, Lipschultz & Associates
2005 - 2008
Owner, Michael D. Elkin Attorney at Law
2004 - 2004
Clerk to the Chief Justice, Israel Supreme Court
Associations
2012 - 2015
National Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
Education
2005
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Long Island University
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
2002
DePaul University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Radio Show
Family law changes in Illinois
2013
Radio Show
Family Law Rule 513 of IMDMA
2013
Radio Show
Family Law
2012
Family Law and Illinois
Family Law
2011
Radio Show
Family Law
2010
Radio Show
Criminal Defense
2010
Radio Show
Criminal Defense
2010
Radio Show
Criminal Defense
2010
Radio Show
Criminal Defense
2010
Radio
Criminal Defense
2008
Call in Show
Criminal Defense
2005
Graduation
Commencement Speaker
Publications
Languages
Russian
Hebrew
English
Activity
Legal Answers