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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2001
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State: Missouri
Acquired: 2000
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State: Kansas
Acquired: 2001
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18 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Sarah | May 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Highly recommend
Chris made my custody hearings more bearable. I'm very thankful I had a knowledgable professional guiding me through a stressful time. His representation and advice lead to a good outcome for me and my son. I appreciated his assistant Leigh's work on my case, too. They both respond quickly and answer...
Posted by Greg | February 07, 2017 | Child Custody
Trusted Advisor
I utilized Chris for my divorce. He was very responsive. I was most impressed with his honesty and integrity. It was very clear he was most interested in coming to an amicable solution in my best interest and in the best interest of my children. Chris didn't unnecessarily drag the process out and...
It was my pleasure to assist you. Thank you for your comments.
Posted by Brandon | February 07, 2017 | Child Custody
The "BEST"
Chris handled a custody issue for us. Our family and friends recommended him. This was the best choice we ever made, hiring Chris. He was honest from start to finish. This was a difficult time for our family and Chris went above and beyond for us. He reminded us that there are still good people in th...
I truly appreciate your comments. They mean a lot to me. I'm glad that we were able to help you when you needed it.
Posted by Jennifer | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
He does unreasonable and heavy billing...
He represented me for 2 months in an easy child custody case. He went through my $6,000 retainer fee in less than 30 days. He said to not worry and we will work it out bc he hadn't been to court yet. Chris Sherer charged an additional almost $8,000 after the retainer fee. A judge ruled that Sherer d...
Unfortunately, contested matters are very, very rarely as simple or as easy as one might hope. It is always disappointing when an adverse result is received, but outcomes in litigated matters cannot be guaranteed or entirely predicted. As such, it is unwise to take shortcuts in preparation when attempting to anticipate all that might arise from the opposition at trial and doing other background work with the goal of building the most favorable case. Diligent preparation requires time, and that time is expensive, regardless of the outcome. The Court had the benefit of hindsight, a perspective that cannot be completely anticipated in preparing for a trial. I would be happy to meet to discuss your concerns further, which might be beneficial to both of us- for me to address how I might improve in assisting others with needs similar to yours, and perhaps for you to better understand how lawyers need to prepare to do their work. Naturally, there would be no charge for such a discussion.
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of attending law school with Chris Sherer, 1997-2000. Chris was always a leader in class and participated in legal discussions outside of the class room. His thoughts and opinions were always well reasoned and he was always able to buttress and embellish his position. It is great to see Chris having such a successful career."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have found Mr. Sherer to be a knowledgeable, aggressive, tough, but not unreasonable attorney. Although he has aggressively pursued his clients interests, he has not been disagreeable, nor taken extreme positions. Rather than run up fees, he has advised his clients to compromise when appropriate. I would never hesitate to send a potential client to him."
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2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 40 Under 40 Family lawyers in the State of Illinois, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top 40 Under 40 Family lawyers in the State of Illinois, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Achievement Award, Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
2010
10 Under 40, The Journal-News
2012 - Present
Member, Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, PC
2004 - 2012
Associate, Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C.
2002 - 2003
Associate, Kelty Law Offices, P.C.
2000 - 2002
Judicial Law Clerk, Missouri Court of Appeals-Western District
1999 - 1999
Summer Associate, Niewald, Waldeck & Brown, P.C.
1998 - 1998
Legal Intern, United States Department Of Labor, Office Of The Solicitor
1996 - 1996
Legal Intern, Office of the Prosecuting Attorney of Cape Girardeau County
Member
Member
Member
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BS - Bachelor of Science
2012
Property Tax Appeals: Primer on Deadlines and Procedures
2011
Property Tax Basics
2008
Property Tax Overview
2001
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1999
English
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