Alexis Marie Kraft Simmons

Alexis Marie Kraft Simmons

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Rockford, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Adoption, Wills & Living Wills

124 N. Water St, Ste 206, Rockford, IL

About Alexis

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 75%

Child Custody, Domestic Violence/Orders of Protection, Divorce, Child Support and all areas of family law, Mediation, and Guardian ad litem

75%
Adoption 15%

Adoption, Guardianships, short-term guardianships and more

15%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

Wills, Powers of Attorney, Prenuptial Agreements, travel letters, and other document drafting

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 11 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2014

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Simmons & Johnson, LLC

124 N. Water St, Ste 206, Rockford, IL, 61107

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Alexis Marie Kraft Simmons's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Nick | March 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smart, Efficient, and Effective

After being drug through the court system by my ex-wife for a few years I have had a few Attorney's. Alexis was by far the most Effective and Efficient Attorney! Also her knowledge of the laws and legal system is second to none! She helped me in two separate cases and in both did more for me than ...any attorney had in the past. No regrets here, and my first call if needed again! Thanks Alexis

Posted by Jaclyn | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Professional and Diligent

Alexis is very thorough and always well prepared for any circumstance. She went above and beyond to assist us in such a critical time. She's a very intelligent, compassionate attorney and knows the law. Highly recommended! Thank you so very much, Alexis!

Posted by Amy | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great professional lawyer

Alexis handled my custody situation professionally and with a positive outcome. She took a personal interest and did not excessively bill. In fact, she was more than reasonable. She is very determined and hard working! She was very knowledgeable and kept me well informed and always easy to contact.... I believe she truly cared about my case. I would highly recommend her!

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Alexis Marie Kraft Simmons's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sara Dady

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alexis is an excellent attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend her to any of my clients (and I often do!)."

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Bradley Tengler

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked as opposing counsel with Attorney Simmons for a number of years and highly endorse her for a number of reasons. First, she is professional. Alexis has a way of handling conflict and contentious litigation with respect and civility. She is also passionate about what she does. Attorney Simmons often takes on cases out of a sense of personal mission because she believes deeply in her client’s cause. Third, Attorney Simmons is very effective in the courtroom, handling complex cases and making excellent arguments. I highly endorse her."

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Tomiko Ballard

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Atty Simmons as an opposing counsel and Guardian ad Litem. She is a very knowledgeable, civil and professional attorney."

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Maureen Lawson

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Arnquist

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Alexis on family law matters and would highly recommend her."

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Donald Ray

Domestic violence lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have had cases where Alexis was the opposing attorney which include domestic violence/Orders of Protection. I would have to say that her knowledge of the law in this area was second to none. The courage it takes for a person to seek help with domestic violence can be crushed by the process when you do not know the law and/or the Judge's routine. There is no other private attorney I would turn to for help in this area of law. You will not make a mistake if you hire Alexis."

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Sara Dady

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Bradley Tengler

Family lawyer

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Maureen Lawson

Family lawyer

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Sandra Slaga

Family lawyer

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Tomiko Ballard

Family lawyer

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Eric Arnquist

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

George M. Shur Scholarship, Northern Illinois University College of Law

2013

Best Petitioner's Brief, Northern Illinois University College of Law

2011

Outstanding Undergraduate Student in Linguistics, Truman State University

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Simmons & Johnson, LLC

2015 - 2016

Attorney, Prairie State Legal Services, Inc.

2014 - 2015

Illinois Bar Foundation Fellow, Northern Illinois University College Of Law

Associations

2018 - Present

Lawyer's Assistance Program

First Responder for Winnebago County

2018 - Present

Children's Safe Harbor

Conflict Counsel

2017 - Present

Kids Place

Board Member

2016 - Present

Winnebago County Arbitrator

Arbitrator

2015 - Present

Winnebago County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

Winnebago County Bar Association

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Eviction Defense

Judgment in favor of defendants

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Education

2014

Northern Illinois University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Truman State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

La Vida Buena Short Term Guardianship

2017

Know Your Rights Workshop Short term guardianship

2017

Know your rights Short term guardianship

Publications

2017

El Sol de Rockford Protéjase de la Migra

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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