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Benjamin William Meyer

4.3
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 14 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2011

Not Authorized To Practice Law Due To Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

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Benjamin William Meyer's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Alimony

Posted by TJM | August 31, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Exceptional Attorney!

I had an exceptional experience working with Ben Meyer. He worked diligently on my behalf. During the most difficult point in my life, I knew that I could rely heavily on Ben’s expertise. He was able to provide me with sure-footed guidance, and he was able to help me avoid paying maintenance to my ex...-wife. Even when I waivered, Ben was the rock that kept me grounded. He is a compassionate attorney that will fight furiously for his client’s best interest. I would highly recommend Ben Meyer and the service that he provides as a skilled attorney. The value in capability that Ben offers is well worth the price that I paid for his services.

Posted by T.R. | May 15, 2015 | Alimony

Great Attorney

I was very pleased with Attorney Meyer and how he handled my divorce. My ex-husband works out of town mostly and didn't want the divorce to begin with. he and his attorney stalled every chance they got, which ended up costing me a lot more in legal fees. Ben filed petitions to keep them on course ...and discovered a bank account my ex was hiding from me for years. The end result of the divorce was I got 60% of our accounts and maintenance. It was worth it. No husband and very happy!

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Benjamin William Meyer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Hudzik

Family lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is an excellent litigator and a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Keenan Ballo

Family lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is diligent and attentive to each client's individual set of needs."

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Katherine Becker

Family lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is professional, courteous and goes above and beyond to work on behalf of his clients. I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly."

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Patricia Fox

Family lawyer

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Michael Hudzik

Family lawyer

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Keenan Ballo

Family lawyer

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Katherine Becker

Family lawyer

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Christa Winthers

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.

Disbarment by Consent issued in IL, 2018

updated on 06/28/2019

Disbarment on consent means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Honors

2015

2015 Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2015

"10 Best" Family Law Attorneys in Illinois, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

2016 Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2009

DeGunther Writing Award, Northern Illinois University College of Law

Work Experience

2011 - 2012

Associate Attorney, Faye M. Lyon & Associates

2011 - 2011

Extern, 17th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, LLP

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, Cicero, France, Barch & Alexander, LLC

2005 - 2013

Sergeant, United Stated Marine Corps Reserve

Associations

2012 - Present

DuPage County Justinian Society

Member

2011 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Kane County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2011

Northern Illinois University School of Law

Law Review - Online Articles Editor

2009 - 2010

Northern Illinois University School of Law

Law Review - Assistant Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

In re the Marriage of Birkhaug

50% of gross income as and for maintenance; 50% of marital Estate;

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Education

2011

Northern Illinois University

J.D.

2003

Wheaton College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

MKFM Conference

Understanding Stock Options

2015

Capstone Event for Paralegal Curriculum

What Legal Employers Look For in Paralegals

2013

Tips on Finding and Retaining a Job

Young Lawyers Association of DuPage County Bar Association

2013

Incoming 1L Orientation

Managing the Pitfalls of Lawschool

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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