Melissa Veronica Caballero

Melissa Veronica Caballero

also known as Melissa Caballero Dunn

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

440 W Randolph St., 5th Floor, 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

Law Offices of Jonathan Merel, P.C.

440 W Randolph St., 5th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60606

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Melissa Veronica Caballero's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Dan | May 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Straight Shooter- wont sugarcoat or BS you

When looking for an attorney, I wanted someone tough that would also be straight with me when they needed to be. Melissa was tough for me when I needed her to be as well as good at telling me when I needed to be smart and not fight certain issues for a bigger picture win.

Posted by Ana | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Melissa Caballero is a great Attorney and a wonderful human bein

I was so stressed and felt lost looking for a divorce attorney who could help me with my case. I looked into Melissa Caballero’s profile and now I’m one more of her forever grateful clients! When I talked to Melissa about my case, she listened very carefully, I never felt rushed and she explained h...ow the proses was going to be and what to expect. Melissa always kept me informed about my case throughout the whole proses and was available every time I had any question. She earned my trust and I felt secured and less stressed every time. She’s very profesional, disciplined, and yes, she knows her job. She fought for my rights!!! Melissa Caballero and her assistant Josie Norton went above and beyond helping me with my case, They’re the best!! I absolutely recommend them.

Posted by Kelly | April 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Effective and Efficient!

I contacted Melissa to discuss post-decree custody issues. I wasn’t sure what my options were. My relationship with my ex wasn’t great, but I also wanted to do everything in my power to maintain any respect we could salvage. Melissa recommended a few options and ways to proceed that were very appr...opriate for our situation. She explained a few angles I hadn’t thought of, and listened to exactly what I wanted to accomplish. Melissa was able to handle my entire case only speaking to me via phone and email, so it was minimally intrusive on my work/home life. We also discussed budget often and she was always very transparent about costs I should expect as the case proceeded. Melissa successfully navigated a pre-trial conference and settlement negotiations on my behalf. I was able to obtain sole decision making over my minor child, while keeping the current relationship with the child’s father intact – which was a large part of my goal. Overall, Melissa is personable, knowledgeable and reasonable, but also knew when to push back and when I needed to be encouraged to do so. I completely trust her judgment and ability to fight for me and my family. It’s such a relief to have someone like her on my side, even if I never need to use her again!

Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Realistic and Level Headed

Melissa was very helpful in bringing my rather messy divorce to a close. I had another attorney who was like a bulldozer and my ex's attorney was like a steamroller... and between the two of them it was a violent standstill. So I reached out to Melissa on the advice of several other attorneys who ha...d nothing but good things to say about her. Melissa was very calm and level headed about the entire affair. She didn't get emotional or excited by the opposing attorney's threats and bluster. She made recommendations about what I should fight for and what to let go. In my particular case, my ex just wouldn't let anything go and it seemed like she was trying to drag it on forever, but I think Melissa brought it to the swiftest end possible. Divorce was a horrible experience for me (I think for most of us), but I wish I had known about and chosen Melissa from the start.

Posted by Rachel | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney, Worth Every Penny

I was referred to Melissa by a friend who was also using her for her divorce. From day one, Melissa advised me of my different options and helped educate me so that I could make the right decisions. She never tried to push me or persuade me into something even if it meant less money for her. Througho...ut my divorce, I felt like I was in the driver's seat and she was my copilot advising me of different roads we could take. I always trusted her and never felt taken advantage of. She was very timely with her responses in communication and thorough. I felt protected with her as my attorney. In the end, my ex and I ended up negotiating an agreement which she encouraged as she wanted us to make progress. I've heard horror stories from other friends who are getting divorced about attorneys that take advantage of emotional people, don't respond, don't educate and don't care. I feel so lucky to have worked with her through this difficult in my life and I will continue to refer her to my friends and family.

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Melissa Veronica Caballero's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gabriela Asrow

Family lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Melissa is always professional and courteous, while being an excellent advocate for her clients. She is knowledgable and capable at both litigation and settlement. I enjoy working on cases with Melissa and endorse her."

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David Weiss

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Melissa is a zealous advocate for her clients but is also a practical and fair negotiator. I endorse this attorney."

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Lyn Conniff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been on the opposite side of cases with Melissa. Melissa is a hardworking and diligent attorney. She cares about her clients and advocates assertively for them while at the same time being respectful of opposing counsel. Melissa looks for creative solutions to challenging problems."

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James Keleher

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Melissa as a family law practitioner. She is tough and aggressive when the situation calls for it, but she has also been trained in mediation and collaborative law and puts those skills to use when necessary. Melissa’s background and training give her a unique ability to resolve things both through litigation and settlement."

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Clare McMahon

Family lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is hardworking and knowledgeable. Her energy and passion make her a resourceful and zealous advocate. In addition, Melissa is a good listener, facilitating her ability to understand her client's wants and needs in order to advocate for them. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her and I endorse her."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Leading Lawyer in Family Law, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Volunteer Child Representative, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

2009 - Present

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Jonathan Merel, P.C.

Associations

2014 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Co-chair - YLS Family Law Committee

2013 - Present

Family Defense Center

Young Professionals Board Member

2012 - Present

Chicago-Kent College of Law Alumni Association

Young Alumni Council Member

Education

2010

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Languages

English

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