Robert K. Downs

It's been a very difficult transition for me and my children. I was referred to Bob by the Lilac Tree in Evanston. He has continued to provide me with his time and thoughtful care with my situation. I've appreciated the support and advocacy on my behalf. I've learned a tremendous amount from him as h...e patiently explains every step of the process with every detail to prepare. Thank you for your time. It's invaluable.

Robert Downs and his associates may have worked well for others, but he truly, TRULY failed me. I hired Downs Law in June, 2013 for my divorce: 0 kids, 1 house, 1 car, limited savings. I do not doubt that Mr. Downs is knowledgeable and experienced in the matter of family law. Downs Law (and hi...s associates Mallory O'Connor and Julia Strauch) did nothing more than give me the run-around. They estimated my case (0 kids, 1 house, 1 car, limited savings) would go to trial and my case could last thru end of 2014, possibly 2015. Well 8 months later and having spent $10,000 on Downs Law, I fired Downs law in Jan, 2014. My new attorney (Lisa M. Giese) got my case settled, without going to trial, in May, 2014. (May 2014 is the best Downs Law could do, to get a pre-trial date with the judge...stating that was earliest the judge was available. Something the judges secretary denied). HALF the time, HALF the cost, and to my satisfaction = my new attorney. Downs Law would offer limited/delayed responses to emails and messages, often blaming their email/voicemail system being down, including blaming their billing system for incorrect charges. I was as much frustrated with Downs Law, as I was with the person I was divorcing. I thought my lawyer was supposed to make things smoother for me, yet they made this more complex for me - knowing all the health issues I had been going thru. Sorry Mr. Downs - I would NOT recommend you, Mallory, or Julia to anyone!

Attorney Downs and Attorney O'Connor did a great job handling my case. I was impressed with their attention to detail, and techniques. They were excellent communicators; explaining things to me in simple yet concise terms. Every suggestion was helpful as they were welcome; I really appreciated Team ...Downs (especially your rock star Attorney Mallory O'Connor). Quote: Gratitude is something of which none of us can give too much. For on the smiles, the thanks we give, our little gestures of appreciation, our neighbors build up their philosophy of life." (A.J. Cronin)