Christopher Maurer
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Divorce and separation
Language
English
About
Christopher J. Maurer is a founding partner of Suburban Law Group, LLC with over two decades of experience in the areas of Family Law and Estate Planning. He handles cases in DuPage County, Cook County, Kane County, and other counties in the Greater Chicagoland Area. He has focused his practice in the area of family law, including divorce issues (contested and uncontested divorces, high-stakes litigation, complex financial and business divorces), paternity cases, preparation of prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements, custody disputes, establishing visitation or parenting schedules, child support calculation and alimony / maintenance determination, grandparent rights, relocation disputes regarding removing children from Illinois, and enforcing court orders.Chris is also a certified Guardian ad Litem representing children in domestic relations cases and disabled adults in guardianship cases, as well as a licensed mediator, facilitating settlements between parties in cases involving minor children.Chris also assists clients in developing estate plans (wills, trusts, powers of attorney for health care, powers of attorney for property) to ensure that their assets are protected during their lifetimes and after their deaths. Chris regularly utilizes estate planning tools to meet his clients' goals of avoiding probate, reducing or avoiding estate taxes, nominating guardians of children, and protecting assets from creditors.Chris also represents administrators, executors, heirs and guardians in various guardianship and probate proceedings, including complex, multi-million dollar estates. In addition to being a seasoned trial court litigator, Chris has substantial appellate litigation experience, having won several cases on appeal before the Illinois Appellate Court, one of which was sent back to the trial court, resulting in a $1.7 million verdict in favor of the Appellant upon retrial. Chris has authored, published and edited numerous articles and conducted Continuing Legal Eduation programs and seminars pertinent to other family law practitioners.Chris is an active member of the DuPage Bar Association, a Director and past Treasurer of the DuPage Bar Foundation, and a board member and past Editor in Chief of the DuPage Brief, a scholarly legal magazine published and circulated to members of the DuPage Bar. Chris earned his Juris Doctorate from Loyola University of Chicago's College of Law in 1997, where he was an active member of the College's International Law Program and Organization. In 1994, Chris received his Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Communications at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he also did work for Habitat for Humanity, the Daily Illini Newspaper, and WPGU Radio.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Divorce and separation
Language
English
Contact
Reviews
Christopher Maurer helped guide me through an emotionally challenging legal process...always answering my (many) questions with careful consideration and good humor. I believe my case resulted in the best possible outcome and I will be sure to contact him should I need counsel in the future.
As retirees we had Mr. Maurer review our retirement planning. Thanks to his knowledge and analytical skills we are now confident that our wishes for care and asset distribution will be met.
A big thank you to Mr. Maurer and his legal team! Not only was his office finally able to settle my divorce, they also saved me money!! From the bottom of my heart thank you for your care and professionalism! Your attention to detail & kindness helped me through a rough time. Thank you!! Lisa
Chris did a great job listening and educated me throughout the process. He always kept my child’s best interest as the focus.
I highly recommend Christopher Maurer to anyone in need of an experienced attorney. Mr. Maurer quickly assessed my situation with a divorce matter. He set forth a direct, clear path to secure my legal entitlements. Mr. Maurer consistently kept me informed during the process. His impressive grasp of the law kept me reassured. I was more than pleased with the outcome of my case.
Chris and his firm have represented me in several matters over the years, including my divorce and other business matters. He’s the one I call when I have a legal question or dispute. He always gives me good advice and explains what’s going on. He fought strongly for me in court several times and always got me good results.
Throughout a lengthy divorce, I found Chris constantly tried to help bring a resolution to my trying case, attempting numerous times to engage with opposing counsel, and he ultimately got the case to a reasonable settlement, rather than having it go to a lengthy, expensive trial. He balanced his communication well between being responsive for the sake of my case vs my wallet for time spent. His paralegal is quite helpful as well, so you can feel certain you're in good hands. For a process that at times, seems to disappoint more than it protects, Chris made sure I always understood my choices, my rights and explained the legal process throughout my ordeal. Chris has a straight forward approach, offering excellent legal advice from his many years of experience. I found him to be compassionate and responsive, with a genuine sense of concern for my kids and I. I highly recommend Chris.
Ive gone to Chris twice and have leaned on Chris for consultations over the years for advice and he has always been shockingly quick to respond back to me in a timely manner and help me out with advice. Faster than a family member in all honesty and It really says alot about his character and the level of urgency he works under. Hes one of a few that offer a lengthy free consultation for starters in need of help. Hes even replied to me on weekends when I needed emergency advice. He is that dedicated. He has been my go to lawyer that has evolved into someone I could actually call not just my attorney but a friend years later. Couldnt ask for anything more. Ive dealt with other attorneys on my side and against and never found one to be as sharp, as responsive, resourceful as Chris. Hes just got all the attributes you hope for in a lawyer. What seperates him from most lawyers is his compassion as he is a father himself who really understands, and he fights for you as if its his own life at stake. It shows in his demeanor, hes not just a robotic, insensitive lawyer out to charge you an arm and leg for his services but a human lawyer that has a heart, who listens to you yet isnt afraid to tell you when to shutup and listen to his plan of attack vs what you may be thinking is the right thing to do. Listen to him. He knows better. He really has all the attributes and experience youll need to battle for your needs. Hes proven this to me. He works with a matter of urgency, He is very sharp, detailed, organized and in both my cases it mattered and I believe it was the difference. He was excellent in his depositions, instilled fear in our opposition and it gave me great confidence, comfort having him represent me as a father. I knew I was taken care of. He has a bold strong persuasive voice in the courtroom and it has stood out vs opposing lawyers so if your a dad who needs help as you go through a divorce, or any legal matter make sure to listen to everything this man tells you. My one mistake was not listening to his recommendation once and it burned me as I went against what he tried to advise me on... so my 2nd time round with Chris I learned to listen to him and take his advice and the result couldnt have been better. I highly recommend you start here because I strongly believe your search ends here also. It did for me. Thanks Chris for all youve done for me and my family!!
The communication with Chris was great he always responded in a timely manner. He was very thorough when explaining what was being done with the case. His paralegal was also helpful through the process. They make a great team. Overall I was very happy with the service I received.
I was lucky to have Atty Maurer for my lawyer He is knowledgeable, kind and professional. I do not need to wait too long, he replied immediately when called. He has time to answer questions. I wish all lawyers will be like him. He is an asset to his law office. Attorney Chris keep up the good work. God bless you.
Christopher Maurer helped guide me through an emotionally challenging legal process...always answering my (many) questions with careful consideration and good humor. I believe my case resulted in the best possible outcome and I will be sure to contact him should I need counsel in the future.
As retirees we had Mr. Maurer review our retirement planning. Thanks to his knowledge and analytical skills we are now confident that our wishes for care and asset distribution will be met.
A big thank you to Mr. Maurer and his legal team! Not only was his office finally able to settle my divorce, they also saved me money!! From the bottom of my heart thank you for your care and professionalism! Your attention to detail & kindness helped me through a rough time. Thank you!! Lisa
Chris did a great job listening and educated me throughout the process. He always kept my child’s best interest as the focus.
I highly recommend Christopher Maurer to anyone in need of an experienced attorney. Mr. Maurer quickly assessed my situation with a divorce matter. He set forth a direct, clear path to secure my legal entitlements. Mr. Maurer consistently kept me informed during the process. His impressive grasp of the law kept me reassured. I was more than pleased with the outcome of my case.
Chris and his firm have represented me in several matters over the years, including my divorce and other business matters. He’s the one I call when I have a legal question or dispute. He always gives me good advice and explains what’s going on. He fought strongly for me in court several times and always got me good results.
Throughout a lengthy divorce, I found Chris constantly tried to help bring a resolution to my trying case, attempting numerous times to engage with opposing counsel, and he ultimately got the case to a reasonable settlement, rather than having it go to a lengthy, expensive trial. He balanced his communication well between being responsive for the sake of my case vs my wallet for time spent. His paralegal is quite helpful as well, so you can feel certain you're in good hands. For a process that at times, seems to disappoint more than it protects, Chris made sure I always understood my choices, my rights and explained the legal process throughout my ordeal. Chris has a straight forward approach, offering excellent legal advice from his many years of experience. I found him to be compassionate and responsive, with a genuine sense of concern for my kids and I. I highly recommend Chris.
Ive gone to Chris twice and have leaned on Chris for consultations over the years for advice and he has always been shockingly quick to respond back to me in a timely manner and help me out with advice. Faster than a family member in all honesty and It really says alot about his character and the level of urgency he works under. Hes one of a few that offer a lengthy free consultation for starters in need of help. Hes even replied to me on weekends when I needed emergency advice. He is that dedicated. He has been my go to lawyer that has evolved into someone I could actually call not just my attorney but a friend years later. Couldnt ask for anything more. Ive dealt with other attorneys on my side and against and never found one to be as sharp, as responsive, resourceful as Chris. Hes just got all the attributes you hope for in a lawyer. What seperates him from most lawyers is his compassion as he is a father himself who really understands, and he fights for you as if its his own life at stake. It shows in his demeanor, hes not just a robotic, insensitive lawyer out to charge you an arm and leg for his services but a human lawyer that has a heart, who listens to you yet isnt afraid to tell you when to shutup and listen to his plan of attack vs what you may be thinking is the right thing to do. Listen to him. He knows better. He really has all the attributes and experience youll need to battle for your needs. Hes proven this to me. He works with a matter of urgency, He is very sharp, detailed, organized and in both my cases it mattered and I believe it was the difference. He was excellent in his depositions, instilled fear in our opposition and it gave me great confidence, comfort having him represent me as a father. I knew I was taken care of. He has a bold strong persuasive voice in the courtroom and it has stood out vs opposing lawyers so if your a dad who needs help as you go through a divorce, or any legal matter make sure to listen to everything this man tells you. My one mistake was not listening to his recommendation once and it burned me as I went against what he tried to advise me on... so my 2nd time round with Chris I learned to listen to him and take his advice and the result couldnt have been better. I highly recommend you start here because I strongly believe your search ends here also. It did for me. Thanks Chris for all youve done for me and my family!!
The communication with Chris was great he always responded in a timely manner. He was very thorough when explaining what was being done with the case. His paralegal was also helpful through the process. They make a great team. Overall I was very happy with the service I received.
I was lucky to have Atty Maurer for my lawyer He is knowledgeable, kind and professional. I do not need to wait too long, he replied immediately when called. He has time to answer questions. I wish all lawyers will be like him. He is an asset to his law office. Attorney Chris keep up the good work. God bless you.
Christopher Maurer helped guide me through an emotionally challenging legal process...always answering my (many) questions with careful consideration and good humor. I believe my case resulted in the best possible outcome and I will be sure to contact him should I need counsel in the future.
As retirees we had Mr. Maurer review our retirement planning. Thanks to his knowledge and analytical skills we are now confident that our wishes for care and asset distribution will be met.
A big thank you to Mr. Maurer and his legal team! Not only was his office finally able to settle my divorce, they also saved me money!! From the bottom of my heart thank you for your care and professionalism! Your attention to detail & kindness helped me through a rough time. Thank you!! Lisa
Chris did a great job listening and educated me throughout the process. He always kept my child’s best interest as the focus.
I highly recommend Christopher Maurer to anyone in need of an experienced attorney. Mr. Maurer quickly assessed my situation with a divorce matter. He set forth a direct, clear path to secure my legal entitlements. Mr. Maurer consistently kept me informed during the process. His impressive grasp of the law kept me reassured. I was more than pleased with the outcome of my case.
Chris and his firm have represented me in several matters over the years, including my divorce and other business matters. He’s the one I call when I have a legal question or dispute. He always gives me good advice and explains what’s going on. He fought strongly for me in court several times and always got me good results.
Throughout a lengthy divorce, I found Chris constantly tried to help bring a resolution to my trying case, attempting numerous times to engage with opposing counsel, and he ultimately got the case to a reasonable settlement, rather than having it go to a lengthy, expensive trial. He balanced his communication well between being responsive for the sake of my case vs my wallet for time spent. His paralegal is quite helpful as well, so you can feel certain you're in good hands. For a process that at times, seems to disappoint more than it protects, Chris made sure I always understood my choices, my rights and explained the legal process throughout my ordeal. Chris has a straight forward approach, offering excellent legal advice from his many years of experience. I found him to be compassionate and responsive, with a genuine sense of concern for my kids and I. I highly recommend Chris.
Ive gone to Chris twice and have leaned on Chris for consultations over the years for advice and he has always been shockingly quick to respond back to me in a timely manner and help me out with advice. Faster than a family member in all honesty and It really says alot about his character and the level of urgency he works under. Hes one of a few that offer a lengthy free consultation for starters in need of help. Hes even replied to me on weekends when I needed emergency advice. He is that dedicated. He has been my go to lawyer that has evolved into someone I could actually call not just my attorney but a friend years later. Couldnt ask for anything more. Ive dealt with other attorneys on my side and against and never found one to be as sharp, as responsive, resourceful as Chris. Hes just got all the attributes you hope for in a lawyer. What seperates him from most lawyers is his compassion as he is a father himself who really understands, and he fights for you as if its his own life at stake. It shows in his demeanor, hes not just a robotic, insensitive lawyer out to charge you an arm and leg for his services but a human lawyer that has a heart, who listens to you yet isnt afraid to tell you when to shutup and listen to his plan of attack vs what you may be thinking is the right thing to do. Listen to him. He knows better. He really has all the attributes and experience youll need to battle for your needs. Hes proven this to me. He works with a matter of urgency, He is very sharp, detailed, organized and in both my cases it mattered and I believe it was the difference. He was excellent in his depositions, instilled fear in our opposition and it gave me great confidence, comfort having him represent me as a father. I knew I was taken care of. He has a bold strong persuasive voice in the courtroom and it has stood out vs opposing lawyers so if your a dad who needs help as you go through a divorce, or any legal matter make sure to listen to everything this man tells you. My one mistake was not listening to his recommendation once and it burned me as I went against what he tried to advise me on... so my 2nd time round with Chris I learned to listen to him and take his advice and the result couldnt have been better. I highly recommend you start here because I strongly believe your search ends here also. It did for me. Thanks Chris for all youve done for me and my family!!
The communication with Chris was great he always responded in a timely manner. He was very thorough when explaining what was being done with the case. His paralegal was also helpful through the process. They make a great team. Overall I was very happy with the service I received.
I was lucky to have Atty Maurer for my lawyer He is knowledgeable, kind and professional. I do not need to wait too long, he replied immediately when called. He has time to answer questions. I wish all lawyers will be like him. He is an asset to his law office. Attorney Chris keep up the good work. God bless you.