Tracy Marie Rizzo

Tracy Marie Rizzo

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials

30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2340, Chicago, IL

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Retainer

Always


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  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 29 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1996

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Tracy M. Rizzo, PC

30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2340, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Tracy Marie Rizzo's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

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Posted by William S. | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome follow through and competent

It concerns me to read the posting below that gives Tracy Rizzo one star I believe this posting is misleading and less than truthful. Tracy is a very competent attorney with unparalleled morals, values and work ethic. Yes Tracy is very direct but direct in the most perfect and professional sense. Be...ginning in 2006 Tracy represented me in a very complex and contentious divorced Tracy continues to represent me on lingering issues she does so very effectively. As a father of three girls (young girls at that time) mid-size business owner and generally busy kind of guy I found Tracy to be more than accommodating taking calls at all hours of the day. Tracy is always ready and willing to help me manage my personal matters, family matters as well as legal and financial matters. The manor in which Tracy managed very difficult custody issues was nothing short of spectacular. In fact you should know Tracy handled all aspects of my case far better than those attorney's she fought against almost daily for nearly three year, yes three long years! Going through the divorce process is no fun however I strongly suggest you hire an attorney as competent, smart and loyal as Miss Tracy Rizzo who is not only a great attorney she is a great person.

Posted by Jim | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great partner to help me move on with my life

I had never worked with an attorney in my private life and was happy to learn why lawyers are sometimes called advocates. She both helped me understand my options as I worked through a divorce but also made sure the outcome was fair. Like many I hope to never work with her again but highly recommen...d her to others who need help with a divorce.

Posted by Michelle D | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Gets it done - period.

Having been in, and wasted a ton of money on, horrible situations with attorneys who didn't give a hoot, I deeply empathize with the unhappy customer above. I came crawling to Tracy after 4 raving clients of hers (all I knew) told me I must call her. In the almost 7 years working with her, I've nev...er heard of anyone unhappy with her, so I'm sorry for his position, I've been there, but Tracy SAVED me, nothing less. I had snazzy LA lawyer, made me sign off on alimony (in a young parent haze), he just wanted to be done with it. Then the big firm with 10 people to pay for each item that arose, and when I became emotional witnessing my case falling apart, I was threatened they'd fire me on the spot. I had to beg for forgiveness, at their bs mercy to finish the hearing. Then the one who couldn't stand up to the other side, 9 months of nothing done = 10 years of debt - WHICH I was just able to negotiate and pay off, because I listened to all the success stories and called Tracy. Yep, she's a straight shooter, no dysfunctional issues with client/attorney status, or internal company politics sucking her energies, or even, oops it's 5:01 can't reach her. I've reached out at every hour of any and every day and holiday, she has always immediately responded if it was urgent and always responded as soon as possible when non urgent. With Tracy's representation, I went from being really screwed - even spending some time representing myself, which made it all worse - to getting us legal orders that are fair, and protected us all. I was in debt, raising 2 kids alone, with a very well to do ex soaking it up. She rose above the other side's unprofessional, often unethical, ugly and mean behavior EVERY time. This family court system is rough and dirty. Tracy is even, objective, sticks to the facts when the other side goes bananas. There are times and situations that are not worth the fight, or the judge will not appreciate and can work against you - Tracy knows what those items are and warns me. That's what I need! That's why I'm paying, to be properly advised, so I don't waste more time and money. I need to count on my counsel to represent me best, to reel me in if needed, to advise with a right outcome. For what purpose? TO get this done and get us out of there! Not to drag on and on even further so everyone can continue billing. This system drags on enough, but Tracy doesn't drag, this I know after all these years. I have an ex addicted to court filings, his attorney gladly takes his money whenever he feels the urge, no matter how ridiculous. Tracy takes care of it, and the judge sees it all for what it is, she did that for me, I certainly couldn't have done it, nor any of the past 4 lawyers I had. I'm in a position where the judge respects my side and the clarity of my attorney, and sees clearly our case. I feel protected and heard by the judge, and have felt this way from Tracy since day 1. I trust her. I know uncaring, narcissistic, incompetent representation - she is the opposite, and I and my kids owe our current peace of mind to her diligence, discipline, and sincere caring for her clients, and clearly her love and respect for her profession. Much of her work ethic, especially her professionalism and neutrality in the work place, has been very inspiring for me, being in this tug of war role with my ex, all while trying to rebuild my life and career. I'm very grateful.

Posted by Jill | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best Attorney Ever!

I hired Tracy more than 5 years ago after going through several other lawyers. It was a very volatile situation and my ex was abusive to me and my children. He even refused to return them after visitation and Tracy filed an emergency order to have them returned to me the next morning. The legal syste...m has many flaws and in my opinion does not protect the children of divorce. Tracy has however, always put the welfare of my kids first and has been open and honest about what to expect and tried to resolve the issues quickly and fairly. She is not someone who drags out the proceedings for her own gain. She always puts the client first! Tracy Rizzo is fair, honest, extremely knowledgable in all aspects of the law and has a great sense of humor to break up those stressful moments. I don't know how I would have gotten through this without her!! Thank you Tracy for caring........

Posted by Ruye | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Choice You Will Ever Make...period.

As an attorney, it's very easy for me to discern the competence of another lawyer. Tracy Rizzo is not only one of the most professional attorneys I've worked with, her command of the law is only overshadowed by her incredible work ethic. In a very complex and at times highly emotional case, Tracy s...howed poise and provided legal strategies that proved to be extremely successful. She was tough when necessary, but did not come across as a bully. Tracy was always very strategic and focused the entire time she represented me. To this day, if there are any issues that come up in my case, Tracy responds immediately and handles the situation. Her background as an investigator is just an added bonus for her clients. Tough, highly intelligent, excellent strategist...simply one of the best attorneys I've ever dealt with.

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Gabriela Asrow

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tracy is tough and effective, whether arguing in court or negotiating an agreement out of court. She is a zealous advocate, knows the law, and is always professional. I enjoy working with Tracy as my opposing counsel, and I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Kelleher

Unknown lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tracy is a true professional and a committed advocate to her client's needs. Her track record of success speaks for itself. I fully endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

Alumni Wall of Fame, Leyden Community High Schools

2000

Award of Merit, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Tracy M. Rizzo, PC.

Associations

1996 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

1996 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

1996 - Present

Justinian Society of Lawyers

Education

1996

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Dominican University

B.A.

Languages

English

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