team-member

Marilyn Longwell

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Licensed for 48 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I have practiced in various areas of law before concentrating in all areas of Family Law.  My AV peer rating by Martindale Hubbell indicates the highest levels of professional and ethical achievement.  I have twice been short-listed for associate judge in Cook County and served as President of the West Suburban Bar Association in 2010.  Currently I am an appointed member of the Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Section Council and have written and spoken extensively on Family Law subjects.  I practice in Cook, DuPage and Will Counties.In order to maximize our work for our clients we use a team approach often using lower billing team members to handle tasks which do not require my level of experience.  We give the clients information and guidance in making decisions on their cases and tailor our efforts to the individual client's needs rather than taking a cookie cutter approach.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Marilyn Longwell & Assoc., P.C.111 West Washington Street Suite 1625Chicago, IL, 60602

Office: (312) 779-6572

Website: N/A

Reviews

Jeff
November 13, 2017

I hired Marilyn in the summer 2017 to represent me in the final stage of my divorce. My ex was refusing to participate in the process, show up at court., after I filed two years ago. Marilyn was able to quickly secure a trial date which sped things up. We were able to hammer out a fair deal for all sides with unique strategies my previous attorney never mentioned (his rate was lower but less experienced). Marilyn is old school, she likes to meet face to face to spitball ideas, and it works. You really feel like your case has her full attention and personal touch. Her hourly rates were a bit steep compared to other attorneys, but you are buying her experience and reputation, which means all the difference in the world when you reach that final negotiation crossroad that every divorce has. In the end, I am 100% certain I saved money by hiring her firm. First, the total bill ends up lower when she uses her skills to bring the case to the end. Second, the savings in maintenance and child support over 15 years justified the premium rate she charges. In other words, I recommend hiring the best and not shopping for best rates. I was lucky to have found Marilyn and her super smart associate Ebony and now I can move on to the next stage of my life. I have authorized her to use my name as a reference should any prospects have questions. Happily divorced!

anonymous
July 5, 2017

As soon as I met Marilyn, I knew that I needed to have her as my attorney. Marilyn and Aurelija have represented me the past four years and I am very fortunate that they stayed by my side throughout a sticky case. They were both very knowledgeable, professional, and quick to respond to any question or concern I had. I would definitely hire her again and again!

Ousmane
May 2, 2019

When I contacted this law firm, 3 others has declined to handle my case. I travelled from overseas were I am based on limited passport valid only for return in the USA (2 months validity). it was about arrears in child support that I believed i paid already. based on the letter I received I owe more than $43,000 to my ex. Marilyn took the case and reviewed all payments made and documented. I finally only owe $2,600. she saved me the trouble to get a loan to pay another loan. and this was done in less time that I ever expected. she was very professional and efficient above all, the fees of the retainer were very affordable.. the case was interstate and a bit complicated. she helped very efficiently .. Appreciate it Marilyn, Thank you.

Mark
February 6, 2019

Marilyn came with high praise from my investigation. She lived up to that praise. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the law, but it is her vast experience with all the "players" (judges, consultants, experts, legal colleagues) that gives her an edge above others. If you are looking for a "shark," then you won't want Marilyn. That is not to say she is not aggressive. She takes full advantage of every nook and cranny of the law but she is not abusive in so doing. More than once did she talk me off the ledge and our case is now over to my satisfaction.

Nicole
October 11, 2018

Marilyn and Ebony were very professional in how they approached my case. They did not treat me like my case was like every other case they have dealt with. And above all, they treated the case honestly and ethically, never telling me things just because that was what I wanted to hear, rather they were honest and forthright.

Very happy client
April 15, 2017

I hired Marilyn after floundering for 2.5 years with another attorney who did not seem to care if I got divorced or not. After the first meeting with Marilyn I knew she was different. She is intelligent, clever and highly intuitive. The same month that I hired her, my case started to move and my whole life improved. She stood up for me and gave my case direction. Ultimately, my divorce is now coming to a close and I have Marilyn to thank for my piece of mind. The settlement was what I had hoped for from the beginning and I really feel that things would have been very different if I had stuck with my other attorney or hired someone else. If you are reading this and haven't hired someone else, I envy you. You have the chance to have Marilyn for your whole case. If you are thinking about switching attorneys, trust your gut and meet with Marilyn. The misery that was my divorce does not have to be yours. Hire her.

anonymous
February 24, 2016

Marylin and her team are consummate professionals. Very knowledgeable and experienced in their field which went a long way with my case. I recieved great advice and even better representation that always had my best interests in mind. Id highly recommend her and her team if you are going through a divorce or custody battle. She doesnt employ any dirty tricks and remains level headed even when you might not be. 10/10 would hire her again.

anonymous
February 9, 2016

Marilyn Longwell took my case to completion over custody in a very professional way of handling a case. She never once wanted to use dirty tricks or play games with the other lawyer. And I think that is why I got custody of my daughter. And highly recommend for her for a lawyer.

Steve
December 4, 2015

When Marilyn represented me in my divorce, I really appreciated her careful and thoughtful approach to the specifics of my case. She listened carefully to what I wanted and gave great advice, based both on her understanding of the law, what it would permit and on her assessment of what would be the best possible outcome for me and my child. She was also great at helping me keep my cool during some difficult moments with my spouse, keeping me on track with what was really important to me in the big picture. I would definitely recommend her to anyone.

Michael
May 16, 2015

Marilyn Longwell is a very knowledgeable ffamily lawyer. Marilyn is thorough and upfront with her communications. I believe Marilyn is a straight shooter and if she believes you have a chance of winning she will win. I was skeptical with my custody battles at times not having any legal background but with the halp of Marilyn and her staff I have won my custody case and am a very happy father of two little giirls. I would recommend Marilyn Longwell to everybody that is need of an excellent family lawyer. Without Marilyn and her staff, I would not be a happy father.

Jeff
November 13, 2017

I hired Marilyn in the summer 2017 to represent me in the final stage of my divorce. My ex was refusing to participate in the process, show up at court., after I filed two years ago. Marilyn was able to quickly secure a trial date which sped things up. We were able to hammer out a fair deal for all sides with unique strategies my previous attorney never mentioned (his rate was lower but less experienced). Marilyn is old school, she likes to meet face to face to spitball ideas, and it works. You really feel like your case has her full attention and personal touch. Her hourly rates were a bit steep compared to other attorneys, but you are buying her experience and reputation, which means all the difference in the world when you reach that final negotiation crossroad that every divorce has. In the end, I am 100% certain I saved money by hiring her firm. First, the total bill ends up lower when she uses her skills to bring the case to the end. Second, the savings in maintenance and child support over 15 years justified the premium rate she charges. In other words, I recommend hiring the best and not shopping for best rates. I was lucky to have found Marilyn and her super smart associate Ebony and now I can move on to the next stage of my life. I have authorized her to use my name as a reference should any prospects have questions. Happily divorced!

anonymous
July 5, 2017

As soon as I met Marilyn, I knew that I needed to have her as my attorney. Marilyn and Aurelija have represented me the past four years and I am very fortunate that they stayed by my side throughout a sticky case. They were both very knowledgeable, professional, and quick to respond to any question or concern I had. I would definitely hire her again and again!

Ousmane
May 2, 2019

When I contacted this law firm, 3 others has declined to handle my case. I travelled from overseas were I am based on limited passport valid only for return in the USA (2 months validity). it was about arrears in child support that I believed i paid already. based on the letter I received I owe more than $43,000 to my ex. Marilyn took the case and reviewed all payments made and documented. I finally only owe $2,600. she saved me the trouble to get a loan to pay another loan. and this was done in less time that I ever expected. she was very professional and efficient above all, the fees of the retainer were very affordable.. the case was interstate and a bit complicated. she helped very efficiently .. Appreciate it Marilyn, Thank you.

Mark
February 6, 2019

Marilyn came with high praise from my investigation. She lived up to that praise. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the law, but it is her vast experience with all the "players" (judges, consultants, experts, legal colleagues) that gives her an edge above others. If you are looking for a "shark," then you won't want Marilyn. That is not to say she is not aggressive. She takes full advantage of every nook and cranny of the law but she is not abusive in so doing. More than once did she talk me off the ledge and our case is now over to my satisfaction.

Nicole
October 11, 2018

Marilyn and Ebony were very professional in how they approached my case. They did not treat me like my case was like every other case they have dealt with. And above all, they treated the case honestly and ethically, never telling me things just because that was what I wanted to hear, rather they were honest and forthright.

Very happy client
April 15, 2017

I hired Marilyn after floundering for 2.5 years with another attorney who did not seem to care if I got divorced or not. After the first meeting with Marilyn I knew she was different. She is intelligent, clever and highly intuitive. The same month that I hired her, my case started to move and my whole life improved. She stood up for me and gave my case direction. Ultimately, my divorce is now coming to a close and I have Marilyn to thank for my piece of mind. The settlement was what I had hoped for from the beginning and I really feel that things would have been very different if I had stuck with my other attorney or hired someone else. If you are reading this and haven't hired someone else, I envy you. You have the chance to have Marilyn for your whole case. If you are thinking about switching attorneys, trust your gut and meet with Marilyn. The misery that was my divorce does not have to be yours. Hire her.

anonymous
February 24, 2016

Marylin and her team are consummate professionals. Very knowledgeable and experienced in their field which went a long way with my case. I recieved great advice and even better representation that always had my best interests in mind. Id highly recommend her and her team if you are going through a divorce or custody battle. She doesnt employ any dirty tricks and remains level headed even when you might not be. 10/10 would hire her again.

anonymous
February 9, 2016

Marilyn Longwell took my case to completion over custody in a very professional way of handling a case. She never once wanted to use dirty tricks or play games with the other lawyer. And I think that is why I got custody of my daughter. And highly recommend for her for a lawyer.

Steve
December 4, 2015

When Marilyn represented me in my divorce, I really appreciated her careful and thoughtful approach to the specifics of my case. She listened carefully to what I wanted and gave great advice, based both on her understanding of the law, what it would permit and on her assessment of what would be the best possible outcome for me and my child. She was also great at helping me keep my cool during some difficult moments with my spouse, keeping me on track with what was really important to me in the big picture. I would definitely recommend her to anyone.

Michael
May 16, 2015

Marilyn Longwell is a very knowledgeable ffamily lawyer. Marilyn is thorough and upfront with her communications. I believe Marilyn is a straight shooter and if she believes you have a chance of winning she will win. I was skeptical with my custody battles at times not having any legal background but with the halp of Marilyn and her staff I have won my custody case and am a very happy father of two little giirls. I would recommend Marilyn Longwell to everybody that is need of an excellent family lawyer. Without Marilyn and her staff, I would not be a happy father.

Jeff
November 13, 2017

I hired Marilyn in the summer 2017 to represent me in the final stage of my divorce. My ex was refusing to participate in the process, show up at court., after I filed two years ago. Marilyn was able to quickly secure a trial date which sped things up. We were able to hammer out a fair deal for all sides with unique strategies my previous attorney never mentioned (his rate was lower but less experienced). Marilyn is old school, she likes to meet face to face to spitball ideas, and it works. You really feel like your case has her full attention and personal touch. Her hourly rates were a bit steep compared to other attorneys, but you are buying her experience and reputation, which means all the difference in the world when you reach that final negotiation crossroad that every divorce has. In the end, I am 100% certain I saved money by hiring her firm. First, the total bill ends up lower when she uses her skills to bring the case to the end. Second, the savings in maintenance and child support over 15 years justified the premium rate she charges. In other words, I recommend hiring the best and not shopping for best rates. I was lucky to have found Marilyn and her super smart associate Ebony and now I can move on to the next stage of my life. I have authorized her to use my name as a reference should any prospects have questions. Happily divorced!

anonymous
July 5, 2017

As soon as I met Marilyn, I knew that I needed to have her as my attorney. Marilyn and Aurelija have represented me the past four years and I am very fortunate that they stayed by my side throughout a sticky case. They were both very knowledgeable, professional, and quick to respond to any question or concern I had. I would definitely hire her again and again!

Ousmane
May 2, 2019

When I contacted this law firm, 3 others has declined to handle my case. I travelled from overseas were I am based on limited passport valid only for return in the USA (2 months validity). it was about arrears in child support that I believed i paid already. based on the letter I received I owe more than $43,000 to my ex. Marilyn took the case and reviewed all payments made and documented. I finally only owe $2,600. she saved me the trouble to get a loan to pay another loan. and this was done in less time that I ever expected. she was very professional and efficient above all, the fees of the retainer were very affordable.. the case was interstate and a bit complicated. she helped very efficiently .. Appreciate it Marilyn, Thank you.

Mark
February 6, 2019

Marilyn came with high praise from my investigation. She lived up to that praise. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the law, but it is her vast experience with all the "players" (judges, consultants, experts, legal colleagues) that gives her an edge above others. If you are looking for a "shark," then you won't want Marilyn. That is not to say she is not aggressive. She takes full advantage of every nook and cranny of the law but she is not abusive in so doing. More than once did she talk me off the ledge and our case is now over to my satisfaction.

Nicole
October 11, 2018

Marilyn and Ebony were very professional in how they approached my case. They did not treat me like my case was like every other case they have dealt with. And above all, they treated the case honestly and ethically, never telling me things just because that was what I wanted to hear, rather they were honest and forthright.

Very happy client
April 15, 2017

I hired Marilyn after floundering for 2.5 years with another attorney who did not seem to care if I got divorced or not. After the first meeting with Marilyn I knew she was different. She is intelligent, clever and highly intuitive. The same month that I hired her, my case started to move and my whole life improved. She stood up for me and gave my case direction. Ultimately, my divorce is now coming to a close and I have Marilyn to thank for my piece of mind. The settlement was what I had hoped for from the beginning and I really feel that things would have been very different if I had stuck with my other attorney or hired someone else. If you are reading this and haven't hired someone else, I envy you. You have the chance to have Marilyn for your whole case. If you are thinking about switching attorneys, trust your gut and meet with Marilyn. The misery that was my divorce does not have to be yours. Hire her.

anonymous
February 24, 2016

Marylin and her team are consummate professionals. Very knowledgeable and experienced in their field which went a long way with my case. I recieved great advice and even better representation that always had my best interests in mind. Id highly recommend her and her team if you are going through a divorce or custody battle. She doesnt employ any dirty tricks and remains level headed even when you might not be. 10/10 would hire her again.

anonymous
February 9, 2016

Marilyn Longwell took my case to completion over custody in a very professional way of handling a case. She never once wanted to use dirty tricks or play games with the other lawyer. And I think that is why I got custody of my daughter. And highly recommend for her for a lawyer.

Steve
December 4, 2015

When Marilyn represented me in my divorce, I really appreciated her careful and thoughtful approach to the specifics of my case. She listened carefully to what I wanted and gave great advice, based both on her understanding of the law, what it would permit and on her assessment of what would be the best possible outcome for me and my child. She was also great at helping me keep my cool during some difficult moments with my spouse, keeping me on track with what was really important to me in the big picture. I would definitely recommend her to anyone.

Michael
May 16, 2015

Marilyn Longwell is a very knowledgeable ffamily lawyer. Marilyn is thorough and upfront with her communications. I believe Marilyn is a straight shooter and if she believes you have a chance of winning she will win. I was skeptical with my custody battles at times not having any legal background but with the halp of Marilyn and her staff I have won my custody case and am a very happy father of two little giirls. I would recommend Marilyn Longwell to everybody that is need of an excellent family lawyer. Without Marilyn and her staff, I would not be a happy father.