Tamara Ann Meister

Tamara Ann Meister

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 13 years

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

100 S Main St, Morton, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 13 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2012

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C.

100 S Main St, Morton, IL, 61550-2062

Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C.

416 Main St., Suite 927 Commerce Bank Bldg., Peoria, IL, 61602

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Tamara Ann Meister's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Emily | December 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Service

Tami was nothing but exceptional! She was always quick to response, stayed on top of my case, and got things done in a very timely matter. She is friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. She wasn't afraid to fight on my behalf when times called for it. She also saw that time was of the essence ...and did everything in her power to get my divorce finalized as quickly as possible so I could move forward with my life. I would HIGHLY recommend her!!

Posted by Charlie | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Service at a Difficult Time

A divorce is a difficult situation for anyone to go through. From the beginning I appreciated Tami's direct approach. She listened to my biggest concerns about the divorce especially with regards to the custody dispute. As a father I was worried about my rights and the court respecting them. W...ith her advice and guidance I was able to secure the custody agreement I desired as well as to alleviate my fears of being sidelined as a parent. I found her counsel to always be well guided even when difficult to hear. She always responded quickly to my emails and phone calls. I appreciate her approach towards nuances of the process. I feel like there is a tendency in this field to go the lowest route and sling as much mud as possible at the opposing party. Her firm does not advocate that approach and in looking back I am pleased at their wisdom in that recommendation. Additionally, I would say Tami has a very impressive knowledge of the law and its nuances. The opposing party went through multiple legal teams during the process and they always held Tami in great regard and deferred to her to draft the agreements and explain the changes in the state law with regards to support formulas. I felt my counsel was always well-prepared and worked with me to craft a strategy with an optimal outcome. I highly recommend Tami to anyone going through this unpleasant part of life.

Posted by Dawn | November 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended

I went in and hired Tami with the mind set that my ex and I had everything divided and this was going to be quick and easy l, so of course Tami's job would be also quick and easy....I was so wrong! As my ex started to change his mind about EVERYTHING we had previously agreed on, Tami took the bull by... the horns and handled my case with so much time and care. She stayed completely professional while making sure my ex and his attorney knew where we stood and what was going to happen! Tami was good about telling me if I was asking for too much but also telling me when I leagally could ask for things I had know clue about! I remember listening to her talk to the judge, the other attorney and myself at times and thinking " wow, this woman is brilliant and really knows her stuff!" I cannot say enough about Tami, she never made me feel rushed or like I couldn't talk to her as a person! She responded to me ALWAYS in a timely manner ( even at 9 pm on a Sunday night) when my ex was trying to pull something! Finally, after 10 months of dealing with so much pettiness I was divorced and walked away with more than I even told Tami I wanted in our first meeting! Hands down the best divorce attorney around! If you're looking for an attorney that will fight for you and your kids while remaining professional, ethical, and with some sass then do yourself a favor and hire the best which is Tami Meister!!! Thank you Tami for all you have done for myself and kids. Worth every penny!

Posted by Brandi | May 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Absolutely recommend!!

Tamara is AMAZING at what she does. She truly cares and 100% knows what she is doing and it shows. I was always nervous to face my son's father in court due to our history and she was always calm, cool, and collected not to mention supportive, confident, and reassuring. She helped me stay calm throug...h it all and I truly appreciate what she did for me so much. Her knowledge and passion and the way she carries herself in court are unmatched. I would 110% recommend Tamara to anyone looking for someone to hire to represent them in family court. You will be so happy you did!

Posted by Mindy | March 09, 2015 | Adoption

We are FOREVER grateful for Tami and her entire staff.

If I could only put into words how pleased I am with the services that Tami Meister has provided for our family....the process and circumstances of adoption were very stressful for our family. Tami provided us always with a sense of relief and assurance. While in court, she never missed a beat and kn...ew ALL THE facts in our case! She was our voice....and a STRONG voice she had! She's confident, brilliant and very knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend the services of any of the lawyers at Butler and Giraurdo! We have had contact in some way with all 3 lawyers in their firm, and all 3, just being in their presence, gave us a sense of having the upper hand! We are now an "official" family!! Our experience with this lawyer, Tami Meister, and this law firm are beyond exceptional!

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Tamara Ann Meister's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kelly Giraudo

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tami is my law partner and friend. I work with her daily and she is an amazing attorney. Tami is smart, savvy, and always well prepared. She has an upbeat and confident personality, which helps her clients feel supported during the legal process. Tami is passionate and works tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. Her research, writing and oral argument skills are exemplary. I endorse Tami for all of your family law needs."

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Susan Butler

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have practiced law with Tami for over three years, and she is one of my law partners. I can not say enough about Tami's drive, energy, commitment and intellect. She is absolutely dedicated to her clients and always focuses on finding a solution to their issues rather than simply allowing the course of litigation to take over. When litigation becomes necessary, however, she is impeccably prepared for every trial, and is a zealous advocate."

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Susan Butler

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kelly Giraudo

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

CALI - Excellence for the Future: Real Estate Transactions, John Marshall Law School

2010

CALI - Excellence for the Future: Criminal Procedure, John Marshall Law School

2009

CALI - Excellence for the Future: Criminal Law, John Marshall Law School

2006

Herzog, John Marshall Law School

Associations

2016 - Present

Crittenton Centers

Board Member

2014 - Present

Tazewell County Bar Association

Vice President

2010 - Present

Women's Bar Association of Illinois

2010 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Education

N/A

Illinois Wesleyan University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

John Marshall Law School

JD

Speaking Engagements

2018

Tenth Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee CLE

Family Law

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