Mary Katherine Avery

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Mary Katherine Avery

5.0
10 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +5 more

218 N. Jefferson Street Suite 200, Chicago, IL

About Mary

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Alimony 14%

14%
Child Custody 14%

30 years

14%
Child Support 14%

32 years

14%
Divorce and Separation 14%

32 years

14%
Domestic Violence 14%

14%
Family 14%

32 years

14%
Marriage and Prenuptials 14%

14%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 32 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1993

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Mary Katherine Avery

218 N. Jefferson Street Suite 200, Chicago, IL, 60661-1115

averycamerlingokill.com

Avery | Kill, LLC

40 E Huron Street, Suite 6E, Chicago, IL, 60611

averycamerlingokill.com

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Mary Katherine Avery's Reviews

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Posted by Victoria | December 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Effective and Caring

Mary took great care of my case and I was awarded everything I was seeking in court. Her court presence and preparation were excellent. I would highly recommend her. She's caring and whip smart. Great combination for a family law attorney.

Posted by Jamie | February 27, 2014

Great Attorney!

I used Mary Katherine In 2010 and since then have had to use her on and off for a coulpe things after my divorce. She was wonderful to work with and always did what she said. She understands this is a difficult time even after the final divorce and walks me through what I need to do. She is very u...nderstanding and when going through these difficult times she makes it alot easier. She is very prompt and gets things done in a timely matter. I always recieve a phone call back when I leave a message. I have referred several friends and family to her and they have all been very happy. With my job I deal with attorneys all the time and by far I feel she is one of a kind!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2013

High Recommended

Mary Katherine is a strong advocate to have. Knowledgeable, caring, yet firm, she is an asset during such a difficult process. Very responsive, informative, and pro-active in both her short and long-view of outcomes. High recommended.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2013

Exceptional Advocate and Proven Litigator

Mary Katherine is an exceptional lawyer, being an experienced litigator and compassionate advisor. My divorce, as most, was emotionally distressful. I needed a strong advocate that was sensitive to my suffering because clearly I had lost perspective. I was not able to make sound decisions and I neede...d a trusted partner. The thing I most appreciated about Mary is that she is a tough negotiator and relentless advocate, yet at the same time understands how difficult divorce is and was able to provide compassion when needed. I had a very difficult divorce and she was able to draw on past experiences and provide sound advice. In my situation, my ex and his lawyer were trying to muscle me into a situation that wasn't equitable, Mary was able to provide the backbone to reset the playing field. She was up to the complex task of unraveling the financial, emotional and family issues. She kept my interest, and that of my children, at the forefront. It was that incredible combination of being able to advocate to protect and win, yet be a supporter to me. I find this a rare combination and for that reason I would highly recommend her to guide you through this difficult time.

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Mary Katherine Avery's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gabriela Asrow

Family lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mary Katherine a zealous advocate for her clients, knowledgeable, and professional. She is tough and gets results for her clients, whether through litigation or settlement. I enjoy working with Mary Katherine on cases and I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mrs. Avery. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"

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Michael Lodermeier

Family lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mary Katherine since I entered family law practice. She is smart, dedicated and a tenacious advocate."

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James Quigley

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Denise Nalley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mary Katherine Avery is an unparalleled advocate for her clients. She is always willing to go that extra mile and fight the difficult fight when other attorneys so frequently say "we're never gonna win that fight". She understands that divorce is a horrible time in a person's life and treats her clients with respect. In return she is greatly respected."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2014

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2013

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2012

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2011

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2010

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2009

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Partner, Avery Camerlingo Kill, LLC

1900 - Present

Principal, Avery | Kill, LLC

1993 - 2000

Attorney, Scott C. Colky and Associates

Associations

2003 - Present

Women Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

Loyola University

Law

1993

Loyola University

JD

1989

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Chicago Bar Association

Dividing Retirement Accounts

Languages

English

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