$ 275-275 per hour
About Michael
Biography
For over thirty years Attorney Michael J. Smith has provided experienced family law representation. Family law includes many areas such as dissolution of marriage (divorce), child custody and visitation, child support, parentage (paternity), Orders of Protection and post decree issues as well as adoption and guardianship.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
40 years
Child Support
25%
40 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
40 years
Family
25%
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 45 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
Michael J. Smith, Attorney at Law, LLC
4615 E State St Ste 101, Rockford, IL, 61108-2156
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Posted by Beth | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Excellent Attorney
Mike did an excellent job for me with a child support ,health care expense, and school tuition case. Mike worked hard to get me the reimbursement I was owed. He was always straightforward and explained my options. This was a long drawn out case because of ex but Mike was just as dedicated in the beg...
Posted by Michele | January 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
Mike is a great attorney. Hes a straight forward kind of guy. He will review your options and let you know where you stand, good or bad. Glad to have him on my side.
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Honest and Affordable
Mike worked hard to assist me without spending unnecessary money. He kept me informed of what was going on and always explained to me what our next options and/or steps were.
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Experience
Honors
2020
Leading Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
2020
10 Best Attorneys, 10 Best Attorneys
2019
Leading Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
Work Experience
2017 - 2020
Owner, Michael Smith, Attorney at Law, LLC
1994 - 2017
Partner Attorney, Abate and Smith
1991 - 1994
Owner, Law Office of Michael J. Smith
1981 - 1991
Attorney, Balsley, Morse & Smith
Associations
1980 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1980 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
1980 - Present
Winnebago County Bar AssociationMember
Education
N/A
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Western Illinois University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
American Bar Association Family Law Advisory Panel
American Bar Association Family Law Advisory Panel
Languages
English