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Acquired: 1991
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225 W Wacker Drive, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL, 60606
45 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Michael | April 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer
Mr. Hagler is very experienced and knowledgeable at what he does. I have used him on numerous occasions and have never been disappointed with the end results. If there is one person I would recommend in a court of law it would be Mr. James Hagler.
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2026 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Don't waste your time or money with this guy
He charged me for a consultation strung me along until it was almost time for my court date. Then told me you couldn't do nothing for me and refer me to a guy even worse
Posted by Maria | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Divorce and Marital Settlement
I was extremely fortunate to be represented by Mr Hagler. He was persistent in assuring I was treated fairly financially in a complicated case. Through his expertise, he realized I needed to talk to a professional therapist to handle all of the life changes I was undergoing. Not one phone call went u...
Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Top Notch!
James Hagler is always prepared and is great at creating an effective strategy. On one case he handled for me we worked hard and we got a great result. He is one of the toughest and brightest lawyers you will find. He is very well respected in the legal community and is known as a fierce litigator. I...
Posted by Frederick | November 09, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Parentage Summons
I came to Mr. Hagler the day before my court date looking for help with parentage summons. He took one look at my paperwork and stated "this is a mess". He then in turn sorted thru the paperwork while asking questions and divised a plan to submit a motion to stay any further proceding. He then told m...
"I endorse James M. Hagler of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. I have known and worked with Mr. Hagler as co-counsel on numerous cases for the past 16 years, and have found him to be a tireless and dedicated advocate. Mr. Hagler practices with an unsurpassed level of skill. He is respected by his adversaries for his toughness and courtroom skills. His clients know that he is always on their side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Hagler of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. is a seasoned professional who is at the highest skill level of attorneys in the field of family law. He has a great deal of knowledge and experience as a litigator and counsellor and is genuinely concerned about the well being of his clients and their children."
"James Hagler is one of the nation’s best family law attorneys, and has been consistently recognized as such. With Jeffery M. Leving’s leadership, both Mr. Leving and Mr. Hagler have made the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving into the premier family law firm in the country. Mr. Hagler is tireless in representing his clients and protecting their children. He makes sure that none of his clients become a target. Attorney Hagler always has your back. He is a fearless litigator with decades of experience, prevailing in cases that many thought were “unwinnable.” Jim Hagler is the courtroom warrior that every person deserves."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Hagler is the attorney you want at your side when your relationship with your children is being threatened. His dedication to his clients and attention to detail show in the results that make him the man you need."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2017
Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1992 - Present
Attorney/Litigation Director, Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.
1991 - Present
Illinois State Bar Associationmember
N/A
Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
English