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Melissa Kuffel

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Licensed for 13 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I have a distinct background from working at the Cook County Public Guardian's Office representing abused and neglected children for 7 years, which gives me an edge over many other fellow family law attorneys. I honed my litigation skills fighting state's attorney's and public defenders every single day in court.   That experience also lead to my nomination as the Chair of the Children's Advocacy Section in DuPage and to many GAL appointments around the area.  I pride myself on being the go-to attorney in the area for DCFS cases, child custody, guardianship and adoption cases.  Notwithstanding my zealous advocacy in the courtroom, I value your money and your time and I do everything in my power to avoid unnecessary drama and keep your legal fees down. Call today to set up a consult.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Kuffel Law, LLC400 KNOLL STREET SUITE BSUITEWHEATON, IL, 60187

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Marc
November 1, 2021

Missy was my divorce lawyer and went above & beyond throughout the entire process. She even worked with me after the divorce was finalized & was very responsive & helpful! I highly recommend her to anyone in need of an excellent attorney. She was extremely knowledgeable & pleasant to partner with!

Karen
March 13, 2021

I have worked with a few attorneys and Melissa is by far, the most compassionate. Her willingness to take the time to listen and her communication skills are exemplary. Her logical thinking ability and creative approaches are extraordinary. I can truly trust I am in good hands when Melissa is on my case.

anonymous
February 10, 2021

Melissa Kuffel was great. She was responsive and understood how to approach a false child abuse claim that was filed against me. Due to her knowledge of how DCFS works and the system in general she was able to overturn DCFS' finding. She was very kind yet professional. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

Jerry
November 25, 2019

I hired Missy as the attorney on my divorce case. I can attest that she is smart, hard-working, and always professional. She clearly understands the hardships of divorce and was able to navigate my case from start to finish. She listened well, was compassionate, and clear in setting expectations as things moved forward. I always felt Missy was on my side and looking out for my best interests. I highly recommend Missy as a great attorney.

Tara
April 8, 2019

She was kind and compassionate. Always attentive and responsive to my concerns and questions. She was honest and upfront and advocated for my son and I every step of the way. Thank you!

anonymous
April 26, 2018

Melissa was logical, reasonable and a strong advocate for my position. She has an excellent courtroom demeanor and makes powerful, articulate arguments. Highly recommended.

Babette
April 18, 2018

I cannot say enough great things about Melissa. I hired her because my ex did not want to pay child support. What should have been an easy case led into a year of my ex filing motions. But with Melissa on my side I never lost faith. She is knowledgeable of the law and she listens to what you have to say. She’s honest and up front. She isn’t there to spend your money and time in court. But she’ll be there with you every step of the way. I feel like she is more of my friend then my lawyer. She’s been there to hear me vent but guides me with what the law says not how I feel. If you’re thinking of hiring her, do it!!

Dana
March 26, 2018

Melissa handled my recent divorce case. She was very compassionate during this difficult time in my life. Melissa was extremely responsive to all of my questions. She and her paralegal, Holly, were both sensitive to my needs during the divorce process. I would recommend Melissa over and over again. Her fees were more than fair.

Susan
December 4, 2017

Melissa persisted despite attempted delays by opposing counsel, quickly determining strategies to proceed and guiding me through contentious situations. If Melissa hadn't been as responsive and active in problem-solving the divorce process would have reamined stalled.

John
August 14, 2017

Melissa was truly focused on the outcome and maintained her professionalism throughout the entire process even though there were some very challenging moments. Melissa briefed us routinely on her perspective and what she thought would happen in the future. We are very pleased with her work.

Marc
November 1, 2021

Missy was my divorce lawyer and went above & beyond throughout the entire process. She even worked with me after the divorce was finalized & was very responsive & helpful! I highly recommend her to anyone in need of an excellent attorney. She was extremely knowledgeable & pleasant to partner with!

Karen
March 13, 2021

I have worked with a few attorneys and Melissa is by far, the most compassionate. Her willingness to take the time to listen and her communication skills are exemplary. Her logical thinking ability and creative approaches are extraordinary. I can truly trust I am in good hands when Melissa is on my case.

anonymous
February 10, 2021

Melissa Kuffel was great. She was responsive and understood how to approach a false child abuse claim that was filed against me. Due to her knowledge of how DCFS works and the system in general she was able to overturn DCFS' finding. She was very kind yet professional. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

Jerry
November 25, 2019

I hired Missy as the attorney on my divorce case. I can attest that she is smart, hard-working, and always professional. She clearly understands the hardships of divorce and was able to navigate my case from start to finish. She listened well, was compassionate, and clear in setting expectations as things moved forward. I always felt Missy was on my side and looking out for my best interests. I highly recommend Missy as a great attorney.

Tara
April 8, 2019

She was kind and compassionate. Always attentive and responsive to my concerns and questions. She was honest and upfront and advocated for my son and I every step of the way. Thank you!

anonymous
April 26, 2018

Melissa was logical, reasonable and a strong advocate for my position. She has an excellent courtroom demeanor and makes powerful, articulate arguments. Highly recommended.

Babette
April 18, 2018

I cannot say enough great things about Melissa. I hired her because my ex did not want to pay child support. What should have been an easy case led into a year of my ex filing motions. But with Melissa on my side I never lost faith. She is knowledgeable of the law and she listens to what you have to say. She’s honest and up front. She isn’t there to spend your money and time in court. But she’ll be there with you every step of the way. I feel like she is more of my friend then my lawyer. She’s been there to hear me vent but guides me with what the law says not how I feel. If you’re thinking of hiring her, do it!!

Dana
March 26, 2018

Melissa handled my recent divorce case. She was very compassionate during this difficult time in my life. Melissa was extremely responsive to all of my questions. She and her paralegal, Holly, were both sensitive to my needs during the divorce process. I would recommend Melissa over and over again. Her fees were more than fair.

Susan
December 4, 2017

Melissa persisted despite attempted delays by opposing counsel, quickly determining strategies to proceed and guiding me through contentious situations. If Melissa hadn't been as responsive and active in problem-solving the divorce process would have reamined stalled.

John
August 14, 2017

Melissa was truly focused on the outcome and maintained her professionalism throughout the entire process even though there were some very challenging moments. Melissa briefed us routinely on her perspective and what she thought would happen in the future. We are very pleased with her work.

Marc
November 1, 2021

Missy was my divorce lawyer and went above & beyond throughout the entire process. She even worked with me after the divorce was finalized & was very responsive & helpful! I highly recommend her to anyone in need of an excellent attorney. She was extremely knowledgeable & pleasant to partner with!

Karen
March 13, 2021

I have worked with a few attorneys and Melissa is by far, the most compassionate. Her willingness to take the time to listen and her communication skills are exemplary. Her logical thinking ability and creative approaches are extraordinary. I can truly trust I am in good hands when Melissa is on my case.

anonymous
February 10, 2021

Melissa Kuffel was great. She was responsive and understood how to approach a false child abuse claim that was filed against me. Due to her knowledge of how DCFS works and the system in general she was able to overturn DCFS' finding. She was very kind yet professional. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

Jerry
November 25, 2019

I hired Missy as the attorney on my divorce case. I can attest that she is smart, hard-working, and always professional. She clearly understands the hardships of divorce and was able to navigate my case from start to finish. She listened well, was compassionate, and clear in setting expectations as things moved forward. I always felt Missy was on my side and looking out for my best interests. I highly recommend Missy as a great attorney.

Tara
April 8, 2019

She was kind and compassionate. Always attentive and responsive to my concerns and questions. She was honest and upfront and advocated for my son and I every step of the way. Thank you!

anonymous
April 26, 2018

Melissa was logical, reasonable and a strong advocate for my position. She has an excellent courtroom demeanor and makes powerful, articulate arguments. Highly recommended.

Babette
April 18, 2018

I cannot say enough great things about Melissa. I hired her because my ex did not want to pay child support. What should have been an easy case led into a year of my ex filing motions. But with Melissa on my side I never lost faith. She is knowledgeable of the law and she listens to what you have to say. She’s honest and up front. She isn’t there to spend your money and time in court. But she’ll be there with you every step of the way. I feel like she is more of my friend then my lawyer. She’s been there to hear me vent but guides me with what the law says not how I feel. If you’re thinking of hiring her, do it!!

Dana
March 26, 2018

Melissa handled my recent divorce case. She was very compassionate during this difficult time in my life. Melissa was extremely responsive to all of my questions. She and her paralegal, Holly, were both sensitive to my needs during the divorce process. I would recommend Melissa over and over again. Her fees were more than fair.

Susan
December 4, 2017

Melissa persisted despite attempted delays by opposing counsel, quickly determining strategies to proceed and guiding me through contentious situations. If Melissa hadn't been as responsive and active in problem-solving the divorce process would have reamined stalled.

John
August 14, 2017

Melissa was truly focused on the outcome and maintained her professionalism throughout the entire process even though there were some very challenging moments. Melissa briefed us routinely on her perspective and what she thought would happen in the future. We are very pleased with her work.