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Gina L. Colaluca
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Biography
Gina L. Colaluca began working as an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Laura A. Holwell in 2013, where she practiced family law. In 2016, Gina continued to work with the Holwell family as an Associate Attorney at Holwell Law Group, LLC. Recently, Gina opened her own practice and is now the owner of The Law Office of Gina L. Colaluca, LLC, where she continues to focus her practice in Family Law, Domestic Violence, and Civil Appeals. Gina has extensive experience managing both contested and uncontested divorces, custody disputes, child support matters, cases involving domestic violence, and civil appeals. Recently, Gina successfully argued an attorney fee issue at the Illinois Supreme Court.
In 2012, Gina graduated Magna Cum Laude from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. During law school, Gina served as a Lead Articles Editor on The John Marshall Law Review Editorial Board (Fall 2011, Spring 2012) and also obtained CALI awards for Criminal Law (Spring 2010) and Children and the Legal System (Spring 2011) for the highest grade in these classes. During law school, Gina gained valuable experience as a law clerk for a boutique family law firm, an intern for the Department of Children and Family Services, and an intern for the Domestic Relations Division of the Office of the Public Guardian. Prior to beginning her legal career, Gina attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, where she graduated with Highest Distinction in 2009. She earned a bachelor's degree in English, and obtained minors in Psychology, Music, and Political Science.
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 13 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2012
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The Law Office of Gina L. Colaluca, LLC
444 West Lake Street, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL, 60606
The Law Office of Gina L. Colaluca, LLC
54 North Ottawa Street, Suite B65, Joliet, IL, 60432
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Posted by Thomas | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Awesome Lawyer
Gina helped me to get through a difficult divorce. She is extremely knowledgeable about the laws and statutes which helped ease my fears as we went through this process. She kept in touch with me, always keeping me abreast of the latest status of my case. She was readily available, always returnin...
Gina L. Colaluca's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Gina did a fantastic job on her recent Illinois Supreme Court case."
"Gina is an excellent attorney. She is always well-prepared, knowledgeable, and a strong advocate for her clients' interests. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. For the matter on which we were on opposing sides, she displayed a deep knowledge of law and a level of professionalism that was exemplary."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Gina assisted my office on several appeals, divorces and other civil litigation matters with quality work product. In addition to her work, she communicates clearly with the clients."
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Experience
Honors
2022
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2021
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2020
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2019
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2011
Excellence for the Future Award - Children and the Legal System, CALI
2010
Excellence for the Future Award - Criminal Law, CALI
2009
Distinguished Scholar Award, The John Marshall Law School
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Gina L. Colaluca, LLC
2016 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Holwell Law Group
2013 - 2014
Contract Attorney, Anderson & Boback
2013 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Laura A. Holwell
2011 - 2012
Lead Articles Editor, The John Marshall Law Review Editorial Board
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Lake Toback
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Domestic Relations Division of the Office of the Public Guardian
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Associations
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2012 - Present
The John Marshall Law School Alumni AssociationMember
2017 - 2018
Women's Bar Association of IllinoisMember
2016 - 2018
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Gina L. Colaluca Celebrates Victory at the Illinois Supreme Court on Attorney Fee Issue
Affirmed
Education
2012
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Purdue University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Career Day & Building Presentation
Working as a Lawyer in the Big City
2010
DCFS Staff Conference
Tools for Effective Legal Researching
Publications
2017
Holwell Law Group, LLC Legal Blog
Various
2014
Anderson and Boback Legal Blog
Various
2012
John Marshall Law Review
Lead Articles Editor, Vol. 45, Issue 2
2012
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
Courts and Governments Look at whether Separate is Inherently Equal, Alan J. Toback as lead author, Gina L. Colaluca as contributing researcher
2012
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books)
Developing Issues in Family Law and Strategies for Facing Them, Alan J. Toback as lead author, Gina L. Colaluca and Nicole Joseph as contributing researchers
2011
John Marshall Law Review
Lead Articles Editor, Vol. 45, Issue 1
2011
John Marshall Law Review
Lead Articles Editor, Vol. 44, Issue 4
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