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Jon Mclaughlin

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Licensed for 14 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

Jon D. McLaughlin -- Bloomington Illinois Divorce AttorneyI was born in California, grew up in Utah, and have lived in Oklahoma, Indiana, England, and Illinois. I studied philosophy and ancient greek at Oklahoma State University. I attended law school at the University of Illinois. I was an Associate Editor of a journal published by the university. Also during this time. I have worked for law firms in Tulsa and Indianapolis. I have also worked for the Honorable Joe McDade (a Federal Judge, sitting in Peoria).​I try to limit my practice, as much as I can, to family law matters. This includes divorce, child custody, child support, visitation, fathers rights, mediation, and other matters. I have had much success in getting my clients solid results because of my firm and aggressive approach.I am a court appointed Guardian ad Litem. I am also a Mediator, approved by the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Illinois.I have been appointed to serve, by the President of the State Bar, as a Member of the Child Law Section Council for the Illinois State Bar Association (2012/2013 and 2013/2014). The majority of my cases are tried in Bloomington (McLean County); however, I also practice in other surrounding counties, such as Livingston, DeWitt, Peoria, and Logan. I fight for my clients, and have been successful in protecting what is important to them at both the Trial and the Appellate levels.​Associations and Memberships:McLean County Bar Association (Treasurer, 2009-2010);ABC Counseling (Board of Directors, 2009-2011);Illinois State Bar Association.Publications:Mandatory Arbitration Clauses in Employee Manuals, 44 Lab. & Emp. L. (Ill. Bar Assoc., Springfield, Illinois), December 2006;Extinguishing Pension Plans by Partial Termination & Aggregation, U. Ill. J. Bus. L. Soc’y (Feb. 1, 2007);What Relevance Does The ADA Have To HIPAA-Regulated “Bona Fide Wellness Programs”?, U. Ill. J. Bus. L. Soc’y (Feb. 10, 2007);Damages in Delayed Construction Claims, 36 Colo. Law. 17 (March 2007);Disciplining Attorneys and Other FSLA-Exempt Employees for Attendance Problems, Ill. Bar J. (Nov. 2007);Using Altman's Z-Score to Synchronize the Watches of Courts, Directors, Creditors, and Shareholders, 31 Hamline L. Rev (August 2008).Asked and Answered: Will I Lose my Stepchildren?, Ill. Bar J. (Jan. 2009).Filing for Divorce Before Residing in the State for 90 Days, Family Law, (Volume 54, No. 3, December 2010).Presentations:Surviving Divorce: Financial Implications, Money Smart Week (Illinois) (Bloomington, Illinois, April 8 and 9, 2008);Will Your Loved Ones Be Left Out, Financial and Legal Challenges Faced by the LGBT Community (Bloomington, Illinois, September 25 and 27, 2008);Illinois Civil Unions and Dissolutions (State Farm, Bloomington, Illinois August 4, 2011);Law Panelist--MUSE Undergraduate Literature Conference at Illinois Wesleyan University (October 6, 2012).​I am married and have three energetic and beautiful children.

Practices Areas

Divorce and separation

Language

English

Contact

2401 East Washington StreetBloomington, IL, 61704

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Deanna
December 8, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. McLaughlin over the last two years. I hired him to handle a difficult custody battle. He made a very difficult and emotional time in my life as smooth and easy as possible. He was always there for me and informed me about my options and always kept in touch. I was overwhelmed by his professionalism and the way he kept his cool even when the other attorney was trying to get a reaction from him. I found him to be a calming force and would recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, caring and trustworthy attorney. Can't say enough good things and I am forever grateful. Excellent job and will hire him for any future needs!

anonymous
October 12, 2012

John was on the ball with the laws and rules, and I was really glad I had him instead of my wife's attorney who was not prepared. He made a big difference!

anonymous
May 12, 2016

He led me to believe he had a plan of action but didn't follow any plan day in court. No court reporter was ordered even though he said he ordered one. He, alone chose to continue this important case without one. He used no discovery given to him. No bank statements, no tax returns. He had no important exhibits on him! He threw my 2 year case. Two months later, judges order was so called "lost in the mail", I found out about the order 18 days late. I told him I wanted a copy of the envelope when the order would eventually make its way to his office. He said "No, it's lost, maybe they sent it to my old office." I checked with judges clerk, it was mailed to his office. Rarely, are things lost in the mail. Jon misled me to believe he was on my side but in reality, he is the only one he cares about. My exs council was pleased with my lack of representation, lack of discovery that supported the reason why I was there. The judge at fee hearing said she thought the council was together on this and she had to go with my ex's council because he was the only one who did child support calculations, Jon sent none. This is a true story, this actually happened and I would not recommend anyone to use him. He should be barred for what he did to me. I wonder if hiding an order is obstructing justice?

Deanna
December 8, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. McLaughlin over the last two years. I hired him to handle a difficult custody battle. He made a very difficult and emotional time in my life as smooth and easy as possible. He was always there for me and informed me about my options and always kept in touch. I was overwhelmed by his professionalism and the way he kept his cool even when the other attorney was trying to get a reaction from him. I found him to be a calming force and would recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, caring and trustworthy attorney. Can't say enough good things and I am forever grateful. Excellent job and will hire him for any future needs!

anonymous
October 12, 2012

John was on the ball with the laws and rules, and I was really glad I had him instead of my wife's attorney who was not prepared. He made a big difference!

anonymous
May 12, 2016

He led me to believe he had a plan of action but didn't follow any plan day in court. No court reporter was ordered even though he said he ordered one. He, alone chose to continue this important case without one. He used no discovery given to him. No bank statements, no tax returns. He had no important exhibits on him! He threw my 2 year case. Two months later, judges order was so called "lost in the mail", I found out about the order 18 days late. I told him I wanted a copy of the envelope when the order would eventually make its way to his office. He said "No, it's lost, maybe they sent it to my old office." I checked with judges clerk, it was mailed to his office. Rarely, are things lost in the mail. Jon misled me to believe he was on my side but in reality, he is the only one he cares about. My exs council was pleased with my lack of representation, lack of discovery that supported the reason why I was there. The judge at fee hearing said she thought the council was together on this and she had to go with my ex's council because he was the only one who did child support calculations, Jon sent none. This is a true story, this actually happened and I would not recommend anyone to use him. He should be barred for what he did to me. I wonder if hiding an order is obstructing justice?

Deanna
December 8, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. McLaughlin over the last two years. I hired him to handle a difficult custody battle. He made a very difficult and emotional time in my life as smooth and easy as possible. He was always there for me and informed me about my options and always kept in touch. I was overwhelmed by his professionalism and the way he kept his cool even when the other attorney was trying to get a reaction from him. I found him to be a calming force and would recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, caring and trustworthy attorney. Can't say enough good things and I am forever grateful. Excellent job and will hire him for any future needs!

anonymous
October 12, 2012

John was on the ball with the laws and rules, and I was really glad I had him instead of my wife's attorney who was not prepared. He made a big difference!

anonymous
May 12, 2016

He led me to believe he had a plan of action but didn't follow any plan day in court. No court reporter was ordered even though he said he ordered one. He, alone chose to continue this important case without one. He used no discovery given to him. No bank statements, no tax returns. He had no important exhibits on him! He threw my 2 year case. Two months later, judges order was so called "lost in the mail", I found out about the order 18 days late. I told him I wanted a copy of the envelope when the order would eventually make its way to his office. He said "No, it's lost, maybe they sent it to my old office." I checked with judges clerk, it was mailed to his office. Rarely, are things lost in the mail. Jon misled me to believe he was on my side but in reality, he is the only one he cares about. My exs council was pleased with my lack of representation, lack of discovery that supported the reason why I was there. The judge at fee hearing said she thought the council was together on this and she had to go with my ex's council because he was the only one who did child support calculations, Jon sent none. This is a true story, this actually happened and I would not recommend anyone to use him. He should be barred for what he did to me. I wonder if hiding an order is obstructing justice?