Daniel Gold-Kessler

Daniel Gold-Kessler

also known as Daniel Kessler

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 15 years

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

250 S. Wacker Ave., Suite 600, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 15 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2010

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP

250 S. Wacker Ave., Suite 600, Chicago, IL, 60606

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Daniel Gold-Kessler's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Tricia | September 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding attorney

Dan represented me for nearly 2 years throughout my divorce, custody and post decree. He is extremely supportive, detail oriented and of the highest integrity. He was a pleasure to work with through the most difficult period of my life. He was always pleasant, patient and offered sound advice and too...k the time to help me understand this completely overwhelming and daunting process. He worked tirelessly to obtain the best outcome for me and my sons. I cannot imagine anyone caring more than he did, as he took the time to explain all of my options and the possible outcomes. I feel absolutely fortunate to have had him by my side.

Posted by Julia | March 07, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Wright Girl

I cannot or could not recommend a lawyer more highly and confidently than Daniel Gold-Kessler. He worked with me for over two years on my divorce and child custody case. Dan is extremely diligent, thorough, knowledgeable, extremely supportive, and very responsible and receptive in every domain and ...respect. He is very intelligent and left no stones unturned. He researched what he didn't know and followed up on all aspects of my case. He is very organized, a great writer and not only made sure to address all the issues involved but was extremely upfront and honest in letting me know my options and the ramifications for each. He never once steered me astray and always kept me on topic/task and grounded. I never questioned his advice or expertise and absolutely felt that he not only watched my back but did everything possible in supporting me through my divorce process. I have absolutely no qualms in recommending him to anyone as a lawyer and feel thoroughly confident in doing so. I feel that quite a few times he went well beyond the normal means to counsel, guide and support me through this process. I am more than happy to speak with anyone about what a fine young lawyer he is. Anyone who has Dan as their lawyer, is extremely fortunate and certainly does not need to worry about his conscientiousness, intelligence or the thoroughness and extraordinary quality of his work ethic, knowledge and character.

Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommended!

Dan Gold-Kessler represented me in a high-conflict, complicated divorce in which my children’s safety and well-being were at stake. I found him to be a brilliant, articulate attorney who clearly respected my children’s needs and worked tirelessly on my behalf. In contrast to other attorneys with w...hom I worked during the course of my divorce, Dan was consistently patient and kind. He took the time to answer countless questions and understand even the smallest details of my case. He was highly accessible - even for emergencies after business hours. He was honest, knowledgeable and kept me well informed. His respectful handling of my case helped restore some dignity to an inherently undignified family situation. Dan was a true advocate for me, in and out of the courtroom. He handled even the most confrontational of opposing attorneys with skill and an ability to cool escalating conflict. His analytical approach and mastery of the facts in my case made me grateful he wasn’t an opposing attorney. I have no doubt the outcome in my divorce would have been very different had I not been represented by this attorney. Highly recommended.

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Gold-Kessler. Very experienced and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"

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Chase Morinaka

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is well respected among his peers."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Daniel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Opal

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dan is a strong and effective advocate for his clients. I have found him to be honest and professional in our interactions. He is responsive and works to resolve matters expeditiously so as to not unnecessarily prolong litigation."

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Evan Whitfield

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bonnie Alexander

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Daniel is very knowledgable in his chosen field of Domestic Relations law. Additionally, His sense of integrity, fairness and professional honor impressed me. It was a pleasure to work as opposing counsel on a very difficult case with him. I highly endorse him."

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Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2008

Fellowship, Equal Justice of America

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Dussias Law Group

2010 - 2013

Attorney, Schiller Du Canto & Fleck

Associations

2010 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

2010 - Present

Chicago Bar Foundation

Education

2010

Northwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Haverford College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2012

Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Assessing the Hazards to an "Innocent Spouse" of Civil and Criminal Liability for Tax Offenses in a Dissolution of Marriage Proceeding

Languages

French

English

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