Merel Family Law

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    4.7/5.0 (3)
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About this firm

At Merel Family Law, based in Chicago, we specialize in guiding clients through the complexities of divorce and family law with a unique approach. Established in 2009 by Attorney Jonathan Merel, our firm challenges the status quo of traditional large firm practices by integrating professionalism with authenticity. After departing from a previous family law firm, Jonathan Merel was determined to provide a service that balances meticulous legal strategy with heartfelt connection. Our philosophy centers on understanding that clients facing divorce or family issues are at critical junctures in their lives. At Merel Family Law, we offer attentive, compassionate service, ensuring clients receive the rigorous representation expected of a large firm, while enjoying a personal touch that alleviates stress. Our goal is to deliver meaningful results, guiding each client with confidence and empathy through life-altering decisions.
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Areas of Practice (16)

  • Family Law
  • Alimony & Maintenance
  • Annulment
  • Child Custody & Visitation
  • Child Support
  • Civil Unions
  • Collaborative Law Mediation
  • Dissipation Asset Tracing
  • Divorce Mediation
  • Fathers' Rights
  • Grandparent Visitation
  • Legal Separation
  • Orders Of Protection
  • Paternity
  • Pre & Postnuptial Agreements
  • Property Division

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Jonathan Merel
Founder and Managing Principal
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Chicago, IL , 
Highland Park, IL , 
Hinsdale, IL
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Divorce, Child custody / visitation (now known as allocation of parental responsibilities), Child support, Division of marital property, Alimony / maintenance, Legal separation, Orders of protection, Paternity actions, Pre & postnuptial agreements View More

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Melissa Caballero
Managing Partner
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Chicago, IL , 
Highland Park, IL , 
Hinsdale, IL
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Property settlements, Analyzing and investigating complicated financial assets and transactions, Child custody & parenting time (now known as allocation of parental responsibilities), Child support, Alimony / maintenance, Establishing paternity, Obtaining and defending orders of protection, Other family law disputes View More

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Aurelija Fitzpatrick
Partner
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Chicago, IL , 
Highland Park, IL , 
Hinsdale, IL
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Divorce, Allocation of parental responsibilities (formerly known as “custody”), Parenting time, Child support, Maintenance, Obtaining and defending orders of protections, Guardianship, Analysis of complicated marital estates, Division of marital property, Prenuptial agreements View More

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David Zwaska
Partner
5.0
23 Reviews
Chicago, IL , 
Highland Park, IL , 
Hinsdale, IL
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Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials, Marriage & Prenuptials View More

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Marleena Broekema
Partner
1.0
1 Review
Chicago, IL , 
Highland Park, IL , 
Hinsdale, IL
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Jaclyn Desana
Partner
5.0
1 Review
Chicago, IL , 
Highland Park, IL , 
Hinsdale, IL
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Probate, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

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Ashley Rose Margason
Partner
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Chicago, IL
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William McSurley
Partner
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Chicago, IL

Child Custody, Guardianship, Guardianship, Divorce & Separation, Appeals, Family, Uncontested Divorce View More

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (3 reviews)

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    4.5/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.5/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.5/5.0
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