team-member

Tamara Meister

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Licensed for 9 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I have handled and tried numerous contested cases, including allocation of parental responsibility, previously known as custody and visitation, interstate child removal cases and adoptions. I have also handled and tried numerous contested Orders of Protection. I have experience with complex divorce issues, including asset division, marital business valuations, child support, and spousal maintenance for both men and women. I focus on reasonable settlements of cases, but welcome the opportunity to fully litigate a matter if the parties require a judge's decision.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Language

English

Contact

Butler, Giraudo & Meister, P.C.100 S Main StMorton, IL, 61550-2062

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Patrick
April 12, 2021

I absolutely recommend Butler, Giraudo, and Meister if you want a problem-solving attorney and a compassionate, dedicated support staff (thanks for all your help Kelly!). Tami Meister represented me in a contentious divorce and child custody case that lasted over a year and a half. Attorney Meister was thoughtful, empathetic, and went above and beyond to make herself available for any questions or concerns I had. She cares for her clients and their cases but doesn’t allow emotion to negatively impact her ability to effectively advocate for them. I appreciated that she gave me realistic outcomes for each situation we found ourselves in, even if it wasn’t what I wanted to hear at the time. I know that my case had a much more favorable outcome due to my choice in attorney and because I consistently deferred to Attorney Meister’s counsel and recommendations.

Emily
December 3, 2020

Tami was nothing but exceptional! She was always quick to response, stayed on top of my case, and got things done in a very timely matter. She is friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. She wasn't afraid to fight on my behalf when times called for it. She also saw that time was of the essence and did everything in her power to get my divorce finalized as quickly as possible so I could move forward with my life. I would HIGHLY recommend her!!

John
January 3, 2020

I was a wreck and had no idea what to expect from divorce. Tamara was very kind and made clear what I needed to do moving forward. She didn't waste my time or hers. I feel that hiring her was essential to my successfully navigating a very hard situation. She isn't a mudslinger or vague about what she does for her clients. I simply listened to her advice and trusted her guidance. My decision to hire her absolutely was the best one I could have made. Tamara and her entire office made me feel like I was a person not just the next case. I could never give enough thanks.

Charlie
July 29, 2019

A divorce is a difficult situation for anyone to go through. From the beginning I appreciated Tami's direct approach. She listened to my biggest concerns about the divorce especially with regards to the custody dispute. As a father I was worried about my rights and the court respecting them. With her advice and guidance I was able to secure the custody agreement I desired as well as to alleviate my fears of being sidelined as a parent. I found her counsel to always be well guided even when difficult to hear. She always responded quickly to my emails and phone calls. I appreciate her approach towards nuances of the process. I feel like there is a tendency in this field to go the lowest route and sling as much mud as possible at the opposing party. Her firm does not advocate that approach and in looking back I am pleased at their wisdom in that recommendation. Additionally, I would say Tami has a very impressive knowledge of the law and its nuances. The opposing party went through multiple legal teams during the process and they always held Tami in great regard and deferred to her to draft the agreements and explain the changes in the state law with regards to support formulas. I felt my counsel was always well-prepared and worked with me to craft a strategy with an optimal outcome. I highly recommend Tami to anyone going through this unpleasant part of life.

Jessica
July 29, 2019

Tami is an excellent attorney and I think very highly of her and her team. During my initial consultation with her, I felt like she was understanding of my situation and she took the time to listen to me and give me some insight on what would be necessary in my case. She was very informative and had answers to all of my questions. Her professionalism did not end there. From the moment I hired her, she was dedicated to help win my case. Although we did not end up having to go to trial, I had a lot of confidence in her that she would represent me in the best possible way. She always returned my phone calls and emails in a timely matter and she made sure that I was aware of everything that was going on in my case. I highly recommend Tami and her team. They won't let you down!

anonymous
March 6, 2019

Tami has been handling my custody issues, post divorce for the last 2 1/2 years now. I cannot say enough good things about her and all she has done. I wasn't 100% satisfied with my divorce attorney and I decided to switch because I didn't think he had done much for me given the large amount I had paid him, so I went to the internet and started searching for attorneys and stumbled upon Tami and her colleagues. I took a leap of faith based on her favorable reviews and I could not be more glad that I did. At every step, she has been available and accessible. She responds to all of my questions and concerns in a timely manner and has helped me navigate through the legal system. Her billing has been very fair and I have felt like she treated my money like it was her own. She has done such a good job for me, in fact, that I have referred other clients to her. My only regret is that she wasn't the attorney I hired for my divorce. If I had it to do all over again, she definitely would be.

Lyndon
July 25, 2018

Tami and the entire staff at Butler, Giraudo & Meister are both professional and personable. Tami executed my case as efficiently as possible, communicating clearly along the way. At the same time Tami was very approachable, which is so appreciated when dealing with difficult life events. I felt completely at ease asking for and trusting Tami's advice when faced with decisions.

Melissa Lamer
March 15, 2018

I was very nervous about meeting with a lawyer. My stepdaughter was needing to be out of her home situation immediately. Initially meeting Tamara I knew we had gone to the right law firm. She listen to what was going on with my stepdaughter, also very concerned for her safety. Tamara gave my husband and I some options to try first, because it seemed like the best choice. We came back into her office after we were finished at the court house, with no resolve. Tamara was out of the office when we came back in. She had just happened to call while we were there. She wanted to check to see if there were other options besides, emergency order of protection. We were asked if we could wait to go home, because we live Wisconsin, Tamara didn't want to have us come back as we leaving the state to try something else. We waited and I must say the receptionist was always very pleasant and welcoming! Tamara called us back and she was going to try and get a emergency order of temporary custody. We knew we might not get it because it usually takes weeks to get on the docket. Tamara was able to get us before a judge within a matter of days which never happens. We were able to get permanent custody of our step daughter, Tamara made a stressful situation a little easier. I know it doesn't go this well all the time. Tamara always kept us updated and wanted to see how things were going. She worked very hard for us. We are so grateful that we did choose this law firm. I would recommend this law firm to everyone ! Melissa Lamer

Dawn
November 1, 2017

I went in and hired Tami with the mind set that my ex and I had everything divided and this was going to be quick and easy l, so of course Tami's job would be also quick and easy....I was so wrong! As my ex started to change his mind about EVERYTHING we had previously agreed on, Tami took the bull by the horns and handled my case with so much time and care. She stayed completely professional while making sure my ex and his attorney knew where we stood and what was going to happen! Tami was good about telling me if I was asking for too much but also telling me when I leagally could ask for things I had know clue about! I remember listening to her talk to the judge, the other attorney and myself at times and thinking " wow, this woman is brilliant and really knows her stuff!" I cannot say enough about Tami, she never made me feel rushed or like I couldn't talk to her as a person! She responded to me ALWAYS in a timely manner ( even at 9 pm on a Sunday night) when my ex was trying to pull something! Finally, after 10 months of dealing with so much pettiness I was divorced and walked away with more than I even told Tami I wanted in our first meeting! Hands down the best divorce attorney around! If you're looking for an attorney that will fight for you and your kids while remaining professional, ethical, and with some sass then do yourself a favor and hire the best which is Tami Meister!!! Thank you Tami for all you have done for myself and kids. Worth every penny!

Jacob
December 22, 2016

She and her staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They were very helpful in every aspect of my custody case. I would highly recommend her and her firm for any family law needs.

Patrick
April 12, 2021

I absolutely recommend Butler, Giraudo, and Meister if you want a problem-solving attorney and a compassionate, dedicated support staff (thanks for all your help Kelly!). Tami Meister represented me in a contentious divorce and child custody case that lasted over a year and a half. Attorney Meister was thoughtful, empathetic, and went above and beyond to make herself available for any questions or concerns I had. She cares for her clients and their cases but doesn’t allow emotion to negatively impact her ability to effectively advocate for them. I appreciated that she gave me realistic outcomes for each situation we found ourselves in, even if it wasn’t what I wanted to hear at the time. I know that my case had a much more favorable outcome due to my choice in attorney and because I consistently deferred to Attorney Meister’s counsel and recommendations.

Emily
December 3, 2020

Tami was nothing but exceptional! She was always quick to response, stayed on top of my case, and got things done in a very timely matter. She is friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. She wasn't afraid to fight on my behalf when times called for it. She also saw that time was of the essence and did everything in her power to get my divorce finalized as quickly as possible so I could move forward with my life. I would HIGHLY recommend her!!

John
January 3, 2020

I was a wreck and had no idea what to expect from divorce. Tamara was very kind and made clear what I needed to do moving forward. She didn't waste my time or hers. I feel that hiring her was essential to my successfully navigating a very hard situation. She isn't a mudslinger or vague about what she does for her clients. I simply listened to her advice and trusted her guidance. My decision to hire her absolutely was the best one I could have made. Tamara and her entire office made me feel like I was a person not just the next case. I could never give enough thanks.

Charlie
July 29, 2019

A divorce is a difficult situation for anyone to go through. From the beginning I appreciated Tami's direct approach. She listened to my biggest concerns about the divorce especially with regards to the custody dispute. As a father I was worried about my rights and the court respecting them. With her advice and guidance I was able to secure the custody agreement I desired as well as to alleviate my fears of being sidelined as a parent. I found her counsel to always be well guided even when difficult to hear. She always responded quickly to my emails and phone calls. I appreciate her approach towards nuances of the process. I feel like there is a tendency in this field to go the lowest route and sling as much mud as possible at the opposing party. Her firm does not advocate that approach and in looking back I am pleased at their wisdom in that recommendation. Additionally, I would say Tami has a very impressive knowledge of the law and its nuances. The opposing party went through multiple legal teams during the process and they always held Tami in great regard and deferred to her to draft the agreements and explain the changes in the state law with regards to support formulas. I felt my counsel was always well-prepared and worked with me to craft a strategy with an optimal outcome. I highly recommend Tami to anyone going through this unpleasant part of life.

Jessica
July 29, 2019

Tami is an excellent attorney and I think very highly of her and her team. During my initial consultation with her, I felt like she was understanding of my situation and she took the time to listen to me and give me some insight on what would be necessary in my case. She was very informative and had answers to all of my questions. Her professionalism did not end there. From the moment I hired her, she was dedicated to help win my case. Although we did not end up having to go to trial, I had a lot of confidence in her that she would represent me in the best possible way. She always returned my phone calls and emails in a timely matter and she made sure that I was aware of everything that was going on in my case. I highly recommend Tami and her team. They won't let you down!

anonymous
March 6, 2019

Tami has been handling my custody issues, post divorce for the last 2 1/2 years now. I cannot say enough good things about her and all she has done. I wasn't 100% satisfied with my divorce attorney and I decided to switch because I didn't think he had done much for me given the large amount I had paid him, so I went to the internet and started searching for attorneys and stumbled upon Tami and her colleagues. I took a leap of faith based on her favorable reviews and I could not be more glad that I did. At every step, she has been available and accessible. She responds to all of my questions and concerns in a timely manner and has helped me navigate through the legal system. Her billing has been very fair and I have felt like she treated my money like it was her own. She has done such a good job for me, in fact, that I have referred other clients to her. My only regret is that she wasn't the attorney I hired for my divorce. If I had it to do all over again, she definitely would be.

Lyndon
July 25, 2018

Tami and the entire staff at Butler, Giraudo & Meister are both professional and personable. Tami executed my case as efficiently as possible, communicating clearly along the way. At the same time Tami was very approachable, which is so appreciated when dealing with difficult life events. I felt completely at ease asking for and trusting Tami's advice when faced with decisions.

Melissa Lamer
March 15, 2018

I was very nervous about meeting with a lawyer. My stepdaughter was needing to be out of her home situation immediately. Initially meeting Tamara I knew we had gone to the right law firm. She listen to what was going on with my stepdaughter, also very concerned for her safety. Tamara gave my husband and I some options to try first, because it seemed like the best choice. We came back into her office after we were finished at the court house, with no resolve. Tamara was out of the office when we came back in. She had just happened to call while we were there. She wanted to check to see if there were other options besides, emergency order of protection. We were asked if we could wait to go home, because we live Wisconsin, Tamara didn't want to have us come back as we leaving the state to try something else. We waited and I must say the receptionist was always very pleasant and welcoming! Tamara called us back and she was going to try and get a emergency order of temporary custody. We knew we might not get it because it usually takes weeks to get on the docket. Tamara was able to get us before a judge within a matter of days which never happens. We were able to get permanent custody of our step daughter, Tamara made a stressful situation a little easier. I know it doesn't go this well all the time. Tamara always kept us updated and wanted to see how things were going. She worked very hard for us. We are so grateful that we did choose this law firm. I would recommend this law firm to everyone ! Melissa Lamer

Dawn
November 1, 2017

I went in and hired Tami with the mind set that my ex and I had everything divided and this was going to be quick and easy l, so of course Tami's job would be also quick and easy....I was so wrong! As my ex started to change his mind about EVERYTHING we had previously agreed on, Tami took the bull by the horns and handled my case with so much time and care. She stayed completely professional while making sure my ex and his attorney knew where we stood and what was going to happen! Tami was good about telling me if I was asking for too much but also telling me when I leagally could ask for things I had know clue about! I remember listening to her talk to the judge, the other attorney and myself at times and thinking " wow, this woman is brilliant and really knows her stuff!" I cannot say enough about Tami, she never made me feel rushed or like I couldn't talk to her as a person! She responded to me ALWAYS in a timely manner ( even at 9 pm on a Sunday night) when my ex was trying to pull something! Finally, after 10 months of dealing with so much pettiness I was divorced and walked away with more than I even told Tami I wanted in our first meeting! Hands down the best divorce attorney around! If you're looking for an attorney that will fight for you and your kids while remaining professional, ethical, and with some sass then do yourself a favor and hire the best which is Tami Meister!!! Thank you Tami for all you have done for myself and kids. Worth every penny!

Jacob
December 22, 2016

She and her staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They were very helpful in every aspect of my custody case. I would highly recommend her and her firm for any family law needs.

Patrick
April 12, 2021

I absolutely recommend Butler, Giraudo, and Meister if you want a problem-solving attorney and a compassionate, dedicated support staff (thanks for all your help Kelly!). Tami Meister represented me in a contentious divorce and child custody case that lasted over a year and a half. Attorney Meister was thoughtful, empathetic, and went above and beyond to make herself available for any questions or concerns I had. She cares for her clients and their cases but doesn’t allow emotion to negatively impact her ability to effectively advocate for them. I appreciated that she gave me realistic outcomes for each situation we found ourselves in, even if it wasn’t what I wanted to hear at the time. I know that my case had a much more favorable outcome due to my choice in attorney and because I consistently deferred to Attorney Meister’s counsel and recommendations.

Emily
December 3, 2020

Tami was nothing but exceptional! She was always quick to response, stayed on top of my case, and got things done in a very timely matter. She is friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. She wasn't afraid to fight on my behalf when times called for it. She also saw that time was of the essence and did everything in her power to get my divorce finalized as quickly as possible so I could move forward with my life. I would HIGHLY recommend her!!

John
January 3, 2020

I was a wreck and had no idea what to expect from divorce. Tamara was very kind and made clear what I needed to do moving forward. She didn't waste my time or hers. I feel that hiring her was essential to my successfully navigating a very hard situation. She isn't a mudslinger or vague about what she does for her clients. I simply listened to her advice and trusted her guidance. My decision to hire her absolutely was the best one I could have made. Tamara and her entire office made me feel like I was a person not just the next case. I could never give enough thanks.

Charlie
July 29, 2019

A divorce is a difficult situation for anyone to go through. From the beginning I appreciated Tami's direct approach. She listened to my biggest concerns about the divorce especially with regards to the custody dispute. As a father I was worried about my rights and the court respecting them. With her advice and guidance I was able to secure the custody agreement I desired as well as to alleviate my fears of being sidelined as a parent. I found her counsel to always be well guided even when difficult to hear. She always responded quickly to my emails and phone calls. I appreciate her approach towards nuances of the process. I feel like there is a tendency in this field to go the lowest route and sling as much mud as possible at the opposing party. Her firm does not advocate that approach and in looking back I am pleased at their wisdom in that recommendation. Additionally, I would say Tami has a very impressive knowledge of the law and its nuances. The opposing party went through multiple legal teams during the process and they always held Tami in great regard and deferred to her to draft the agreements and explain the changes in the state law with regards to support formulas. I felt my counsel was always well-prepared and worked with me to craft a strategy with an optimal outcome. I highly recommend Tami to anyone going through this unpleasant part of life.

Jessica
July 29, 2019

Tami is an excellent attorney and I think very highly of her and her team. During my initial consultation with her, I felt like she was understanding of my situation and she took the time to listen to me and give me some insight on what would be necessary in my case. She was very informative and had answers to all of my questions. Her professionalism did not end there. From the moment I hired her, she was dedicated to help win my case. Although we did not end up having to go to trial, I had a lot of confidence in her that she would represent me in the best possible way. She always returned my phone calls and emails in a timely matter and she made sure that I was aware of everything that was going on in my case. I highly recommend Tami and her team. They won't let you down!

anonymous
March 6, 2019

Tami has been handling my custody issues, post divorce for the last 2 1/2 years now. I cannot say enough good things about her and all she has done. I wasn't 100% satisfied with my divorce attorney and I decided to switch because I didn't think he had done much for me given the large amount I had paid him, so I went to the internet and started searching for attorneys and stumbled upon Tami and her colleagues. I took a leap of faith based on her favorable reviews and I could not be more glad that I did. At every step, she has been available and accessible. She responds to all of my questions and concerns in a timely manner and has helped me navigate through the legal system. Her billing has been very fair and I have felt like she treated my money like it was her own. She has done such a good job for me, in fact, that I have referred other clients to her. My only regret is that she wasn't the attorney I hired for my divorce. If I had it to do all over again, she definitely would be.

Lyndon
July 25, 2018

Tami and the entire staff at Butler, Giraudo & Meister are both professional and personable. Tami executed my case as efficiently as possible, communicating clearly along the way. At the same time Tami was very approachable, which is so appreciated when dealing with difficult life events. I felt completely at ease asking for and trusting Tami's advice when faced with decisions.

Melissa Lamer
March 15, 2018

I was very nervous about meeting with a lawyer. My stepdaughter was needing to be out of her home situation immediately. Initially meeting Tamara I knew we had gone to the right law firm. She listen to what was going on with my stepdaughter, also very concerned for her safety. Tamara gave my husband and I some options to try first, because it seemed like the best choice. We came back into her office after we were finished at the court house, with no resolve. Tamara was out of the office when we came back in. She had just happened to call while we were there. She wanted to check to see if there were other options besides, emergency order of protection. We were asked if we could wait to go home, because we live Wisconsin, Tamara didn't want to have us come back as we leaving the state to try something else. We waited and I must say the receptionist was always very pleasant and welcoming! Tamara called us back and she was going to try and get a emergency order of temporary custody. We knew we might not get it because it usually takes weeks to get on the docket. Tamara was able to get us before a judge within a matter of days which never happens. We were able to get permanent custody of our step daughter, Tamara made a stressful situation a little easier. I know it doesn't go this well all the time. Tamara always kept us updated and wanted to see how things were going. She worked very hard for us. We are so grateful that we did choose this law firm. I would recommend this law firm to everyone ! Melissa Lamer

Dawn
November 1, 2017

I went in and hired Tami with the mind set that my ex and I had everything divided and this was going to be quick and easy l, so of course Tami's job would be also quick and easy....I was so wrong! As my ex started to change his mind about EVERYTHING we had previously agreed on, Tami took the bull by the horns and handled my case with so much time and care. She stayed completely professional while making sure my ex and his attorney knew where we stood and what was going to happen! Tami was good about telling me if I was asking for too much but also telling me when I leagally could ask for things I had know clue about! I remember listening to her talk to the judge, the other attorney and myself at times and thinking " wow, this woman is brilliant and really knows her stuff!" I cannot say enough about Tami, she never made me feel rushed or like I couldn't talk to her as a person! She responded to me ALWAYS in a timely manner ( even at 9 pm on a Sunday night) when my ex was trying to pull something! Finally, after 10 months of dealing with so much pettiness I was divorced and walked away with more than I even told Tami I wanted in our first meeting! Hands down the best divorce attorney around! If you're looking for an attorney that will fight for you and your kids while remaining professional, ethical, and with some sass then do yourself a favor and hire the best which is Tami Meister!!! Thank you Tami for all you have done for myself and kids. Worth every penny!

Jacob
December 22, 2016

She and her staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They were very helpful in every aspect of my custody case. I would highly recommend her and her firm for any family law needs.