Wes Cowell
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English Spanish
About
After graduating from the University of Chicago (1985), I attended Chicago-Kent College of Law where I was a member of the Law Review. I was nominated by Appellate Court Justice Warren Wolfson to Chicago’s Lincoln Inn of Court – a most prestigious honor offered to only a handful of trial advocates. I went solo out of law school in 1991; not sure of which area of law I would eventually concentrate in. To pay the rent, I had to take any case that walked through the door. The very first one was a BIG divorce case with a very, very well-respected oponent (top-notch). I was terrrified . . . but confident. I ended up winning a number of fights in the case; the client was very happy, and I had learned about art appraisal, child psychology, major investment strategies, bankruptcy, real estate, and criminal defense -- and that was all in the first few months. I was hooked. Since that first case, I have concentrated my practice exclusively in the areas of family law and matrimonial matters. I am licenced to practice in Illinois and have been recognized by the Supreme Courts of New York, New Jersey, California, Florida, and Indiana, to represent clients in family law matters in those jurisdictions. I have successfully tried numerous cases in Illinois and have successfully argued before the Illinois Appellate Court and have also prevailed before the Illinois Supreme Court. I have authored several works on divorce and family law in Illinois. I have been and remain a member of the American Bar Association (Family Law Section), the Illinois State Bar Association (Family Law Section), and the Chicago Bar Association (Matrimonial Law Committee).
Practices Areas
Child custody
Child support
Divorce and separation
Family
Domestic Violence
Language
English Spanish
Contact
Reviews
Honest. Knows the law. Gets the work done. I was hesitant having retained Wes in the beginning because of some of the negative reviews I have read, but ultimately, I am very happy I stayed with Wes. There moments where I was worried because there were times when it was difficult for me to reach Wes, despite that, he is really good at his job. He is good at mitigating issues, and resolving matters and getting things done that matter. He is professional, and I would recommend him for those who truly need someone on their side and who can navigate the law when it comes to protecting your rights and your child's rights when it comes to going against intimidating bullies. My ex-husband, a highly paid lawyer had planned to gouge me beyond dry; I make 10 times less than he does, and he intended to engage me into settling for highly expensive unreasonable terms for our son's college that would have left me bankrupt and in debt for years to come by intimidating me. Wes defended me, and ensured that the terms were reasonable and within my ability. I am grateful for Wes's representation and I would highly recommend and endorse Wes. He is a very capable and good lawyer.
Attorney Cowell represented me in a multi state parentage and visitation case and was absolutely amazing. He explained everything to me carefully to ensure I understood what was happening. The entire experience was great. I highly recommend his services. You will not be disappointed.
I like to start with the fact that I was nervous hiring this law firm with that being said I'd like you to know that I am very happy his staff and him were very professional I really was grateful to Kaley for her representations and help and the sense of security she gave me knowing I was nervous. Mr cowell was very professional and helpful with my case and helped me achieve what I wanted . They were prepared I didnt have to ask did you do this or that it was done. I like to say he and his staff will help you. Thank you to this law firm I'm very happy Sharon.P
In reference to Mr Cowell services, he was very pleasing. He took my case right away after having a horrible experience with a previous lawyer. He sat me down went over all my possibilities and my potential routes to complete my dissolution. He was very knowledgeable of what options and the outcomes of them. He kept me in the loop of all activities related to my case. He made assure I was aware of all financial transactions and reassured me those were in my judgment call.... not only did he resolve my dissolution in a reasonable time he kept his word and made sure it was not prolonging n carried on unecassarily. .. If I could recommend him for further potential clients I would choose him hands down with a doubt!! I hope that he knows that he was a great deal of help to my life and family.
Wes Cowell was my attorney that I hired for a divorce. He was knowledgeable about the law and my case and very quick in taking action. Every time I called to speak with Wes he was available to talk with me about my divorce. Wes’s quality of work was very good and the overall service from his office was great. I had no problems with Wes’s law office. Wes Cowell is very trustworthy aS well. He gave me back my unused money, so that’s good. My retainer was $500. He was honest with me in the amount that he used for my case and then refunded me the amount that was not used. I mean how often hear of that these days! I would definitely recommend Wes Cowell and his law office to my friends.
Wes Cowell was fantastic with payment terms. Nice to have a conversation about how to handle making payments out. Just very easy to work with. Showing up to court: If Sloane was not able to make it, Wes would be there instead. Ever had any issues with going to court. Wes had a plan for what needed to be done at court and got it done! I felt comfortable with going to Wes with any concerns going on in my case. Felt like he actually cared, like he was really listening to me and looked after me. I love that if needed, in the future they offer a credit. It's great because it really helps out guys like me that struggle with money to know that there is help out there. I can even pass it along to friends or family to help them out if I don't need it..
Thank you so very much for all you have done!!!! I will never be able to thank you enough!!!! Words cannot truly express how much we appreciated your services. The firm, literally, saved our lives. I dont know what we would have done if we had been ordered to return to Illinois. Our attorney was very talented and dedicated and I am extremely grateful to have found you! Having you represent us was truly a blessing.
I hired the Law Offices of Wes Cowell to represent me in my divorce proceedings. After I retained them I did a simple Google search of Wes' name. To my amaazement the search took me to clr.org. This website claimed, "client have charged them with excessive fee billing, not returning documents to the client, misrepresentation, concealment of documents, possible discrimination, and in the opinion of several people, have possible engaged in the act of extortion." I was shocked and immediately called the firm to demand my money back. I did not want an attorney like that representing me. After speaking with Wes, he assured me the allegations were baseless and false. We came to an agreement, and the firm continued to represent me in my divorce proceeding. To my delight, I received excellent representation. There was a favorable outcome in regards to custody of my children, the marital residence and the marital assets. The allegations posted on clr.org are utterly face, and I would recommend the Law offices of Wes Cowell to anyone searching for a professional and ethical attorney.
I hired Wes for my divorce in November 2012. During my initial consultation, he made promises that he would get me joint custody and a lot of time with my kids and he did just that! He even made sure to keep my costs reasonable and affordable. Whenever i had a question about my billing, he was very helpful to explain. Wes very knowledgeable about divorce and illinois laws, and he kept me very informed about my case and what went on in court on the days i didnt go. Wes usually responded to my phone calls and emails very fast...especially since i called his office often. One time i emailed him a question and he responded to my email within 25 minutes. talk about responsive! I was very pleased with my services from Wes. i will recommend Wes to all my friends who need a good lawyer.
I found Mr. Cowell on Avvo and explained my situation. My boyfriend had taken our children while I was at work and reused to bring them home. The police wouldn't help. Mr. Cowell worked with me (on a budget, too) and we were in court the next day. My boyfriend showed up with an attorney. Mr. Cowell was ready for a hearing but got an agreement and got me custody and child support that day. Later he got me permission to leave to move my children to Texas. I can't thank him and his staff enough for all their help. He was aggressive for me but not direspectful to my boyfriend. He was very well informed of the law and helped me understand everything that was going on. I recommend him!
Honest. Knows the law. Gets the work done. I was hesitant having retained Wes in the beginning because of some of the negative reviews I have read, but ultimately, I am very happy I stayed with Wes. There moments where I was worried because there were times when it was difficult for me to reach Wes, despite that, he is really good at his job. He is good at mitigating issues, and resolving matters and getting things done that matter. He is professional, and I would recommend him for those who truly need someone on their side and who can navigate the law when it comes to protecting your rights and your child's rights when it comes to going against intimidating bullies. My ex-husband, a highly paid lawyer had planned to gouge me beyond dry; I make 10 times less than he does, and he intended to engage me into settling for highly expensive unreasonable terms for our son's college that would have left me bankrupt and in debt for years to come by intimidating me. Wes defended me, and ensured that the terms were reasonable and within my ability. I am grateful for Wes's representation and I would highly recommend and endorse Wes. He is a very capable and good lawyer.
Attorney Cowell represented me in a multi state parentage and visitation case and was absolutely amazing. He explained everything to me carefully to ensure I understood what was happening. The entire experience was great. I highly recommend his services. You will not be disappointed.
I like to start with the fact that I was nervous hiring this law firm with that being said I'd like you to know that I am very happy his staff and him were very professional I really was grateful to Kaley for her representations and help and the sense of security she gave me knowing I was nervous. Mr cowell was very professional and helpful with my case and helped me achieve what I wanted . They were prepared I didnt have to ask did you do this or that it was done. I like to say he and his staff will help you. Thank you to this law firm I'm very happy Sharon.P
In reference to Mr Cowell services, he was very pleasing. He took my case right away after having a horrible experience with a previous lawyer. He sat me down went over all my possibilities and my potential routes to complete my dissolution. He was very knowledgeable of what options and the outcomes of them. He kept me in the loop of all activities related to my case. He made assure I was aware of all financial transactions and reassured me those were in my judgment call.... not only did he resolve my dissolution in a reasonable time he kept his word and made sure it was not prolonging n carried on unecassarily. .. If I could recommend him for further potential clients I would choose him hands down with a doubt!! I hope that he knows that he was a great deal of help to my life and family.
Wes Cowell was my attorney that I hired for a divorce. He was knowledgeable about the law and my case and very quick in taking action. Every time I called to speak with Wes he was available to talk with me about my divorce. Wes’s quality of work was very good and the overall service from his office was great. I had no problems with Wes’s law office. Wes Cowell is very trustworthy aS well. He gave me back my unused money, so that’s good. My retainer was $500. He was honest with me in the amount that he used for my case and then refunded me the amount that was not used. I mean how often hear of that these days! I would definitely recommend Wes Cowell and his law office to my friends.
Wes Cowell was fantastic with payment terms. Nice to have a conversation about how to handle making payments out. Just very easy to work with. Showing up to court: If Sloane was not able to make it, Wes would be there instead. Ever had any issues with going to court. Wes had a plan for what needed to be done at court and got it done! I felt comfortable with going to Wes with any concerns going on in my case. Felt like he actually cared, like he was really listening to me and looked after me. I love that if needed, in the future they offer a credit. It's great because it really helps out guys like me that struggle with money to know that there is help out there. I can even pass it along to friends or family to help them out if I don't need it..
Thank you so very much for all you have done!!!! I will never be able to thank you enough!!!! Words cannot truly express how much we appreciated your services. The firm, literally, saved our lives. I dont know what we would have done if we had been ordered to return to Illinois. Our attorney was very talented and dedicated and I am extremely grateful to have found you! Having you represent us was truly a blessing.
I hired the Law Offices of Wes Cowell to represent me in my divorce proceedings. After I retained them I did a simple Google search of Wes' name. To my amaazement the search took me to clr.org. This website claimed, "client have charged them with excessive fee billing, not returning documents to the client, misrepresentation, concealment of documents, possible discrimination, and in the opinion of several people, have possible engaged in the act of extortion." I was shocked and immediately called the firm to demand my money back. I did not want an attorney like that representing me. After speaking with Wes, he assured me the allegations were baseless and false. We came to an agreement, and the firm continued to represent me in my divorce proceeding. To my delight, I received excellent representation. There was a favorable outcome in regards to custody of my children, the marital residence and the marital assets. The allegations posted on clr.org are utterly face, and I would recommend the Law offices of Wes Cowell to anyone searching for a professional and ethical attorney.
I hired Wes for my divorce in November 2012. During my initial consultation, he made promises that he would get me joint custody and a lot of time with my kids and he did just that! He even made sure to keep my costs reasonable and affordable. Whenever i had a question about my billing, he was very helpful to explain. Wes very knowledgeable about divorce and illinois laws, and he kept me very informed about my case and what went on in court on the days i didnt go. Wes usually responded to my phone calls and emails very fast...especially since i called his office often. One time i emailed him a question and he responded to my email within 25 minutes. talk about responsive! I was very pleased with my services from Wes. i will recommend Wes to all my friends who need a good lawyer.
I found Mr. Cowell on Avvo and explained my situation. My boyfriend had taken our children while I was at work and reused to bring them home. The police wouldn't help. Mr. Cowell worked with me (on a budget, too) and we were in court the next day. My boyfriend showed up with an attorney. Mr. Cowell was ready for a hearing but got an agreement and got me custody and child support that day. Later he got me permission to leave to move my children to Texas. I can't thank him and his staff enough for all their help. He was aggressive for me but not direspectful to my boyfriend. He was very well informed of the law and helped me understand everything that was going on. I recommend him!
Honest. Knows the law. Gets the work done. I was hesitant having retained Wes in the beginning because of some of the negative reviews I have read, but ultimately, I am very happy I stayed with Wes. There moments where I was worried because there were times when it was difficult for me to reach Wes, despite that, he is really good at his job. He is good at mitigating issues, and resolving matters and getting things done that matter. He is professional, and I would recommend him for those who truly need someone on their side and who can navigate the law when it comes to protecting your rights and your child's rights when it comes to going against intimidating bullies. My ex-husband, a highly paid lawyer had planned to gouge me beyond dry; I make 10 times less than he does, and he intended to engage me into settling for highly expensive unreasonable terms for our son's college that would have left me bankrupt and in debt for years to come by intimidating me. Wes defended me, and ensured that the terms were reasonable and within my ability. I am grateful for Wes's representation and I would highly recommend and endorse Wes. He is a very capable and good lawyer.
Attorney Cowell represented me in a multi state parentage and visitation case and was absolutely amazing. He explained everything to me carefully to ensure I understood what was happening. The entire experience was great. I highly recommend his services. You will not be disappointed.
I like to start with the fact that I was nervous hiring this law firm with that being said I'd like you to know that I am very happy his staff and him were very professional I really was grateful to Kaley for her representations and help and the sense of security she gave me knowing I was nervous. Mr cowell was very professional and helpful with my case and helped me achieve what I wanted . They were prepared I didnt have to ask did you do this or that it was done. I like to say he and his staff will help you. Thank you to this law firm I'm very happy Sharon.P
In reference to Mr Cowell services, he was very pleasing. He took my case right away after having a horrible experience with a previous lawyer. He sat me down went over all my possibilities and my potential routes to complete my dissolution. He was very knowledgeable of what options and the outcomes of them. He kept me in the loop of all activities related to my case. He made assure I was aware of all financial transactions and reassured me those were in my judgment call.... not only did he resolve my dissolution in a reasonable time he kept his word and made sure it was not prolonging n carried on unecassarily. .. If I could recommend him for further potential clients I would choose him hands down with a doubt!! I hope that he knows that he was a great deal of help to my life and family.
Wes Cowell was my attorney that I hired for a divorce. He was knowledgeable about the law and my case and very quick in taking action. Every time I called to speak with Wes he was available to talk with me about my divorce. Wes’s quality of work was very good and the overall service from his office was great. I had no problems with Wes’s law office. Wes Cowell is very trustworthy aS well. He gave me back my unused money, so that’s good. My retainer was $500. He was honest with me in the amount that he used for my case and then refunded me the amount that was not used. I mean how often hear of that these days! I would definitely recommend Wes Cowell and his law office to my friends.
Wes Cowell was fantastic with payment terms. Nice to have a conversation about how to handle making payments out. Just very easy to work with. Showing up to court: If Sloane was not able to make it, Wes would be there instead. Ever had any issues with going to court. Wes had a plan for what needed to be done at court and got it done! I felt comfortable with going to Wes with any concerns going on in my case. Felt like he actually cared, like he was really listening to me and looked after me. I love that if needed, in the future they offer a credit. It's great because it really helps out guys like me that struggle with money to know that there is help out there. I can even pass it along to friends or family to help them out if I don't need it..
Thank you so very much for all you have done!!!! I will never be able to thank you enough!!!! Words cannot truly express how much we appreciated your services. The firm, literally, saved our lives. I dont know what we would have done if we had been ordered to return to Illinois. Our attorney was very talented and dedicated and I am extremely grateful to have found you! Having you represent us was truly a blessing.
I hired the Law Offices of Wes Cowell to represent me in my divorce proceedings. After I retained them I did a simple Google search of Wes' name. To my amaazement the search took me to clr.org. This website claimed, "client have charged them with excessive fee billing, not returning documents to the client, misrepresentation, concealment of documents, possible discrimination, and in the opinion of several people, have possible engaged in the act of extortion." I was shocked and immediately called the firm to demand my money back. I did not want an attorney like that representing me. After speaking with Wes, he assured me the allegations were baseless and false. We came to an agreement, and the firm continued to represent me in my divorce proceeding. To my delight, I received excellent representation. There was a favorable outcome in regards to custody of my children, the marital residence and the marital assets. The allegations posted on clr.org are utterly face, and I would recommend the Law offices of Wes Cowell to anyone searching for a professional and ethical attorney.
I hired Wes for my divorce in November 2012. During my initial consultation, he made promises that he would get me joint custody and a lot of time with my kids and he did just that! He even made sure to keep my costs reasonable and affordable. Whenever i had a question about my billing, he was very helpful to explain. Wes very knowledgeable about divorce and illinois laws, and he kept me very informed about my case and what went on in court on the days i didnt go. Wes usually responded to my phone calls and emails very fast...especially since i called his office often. One time i emailed him a question and he responded to my email within 25 minutes. talk about responsive! I was very pleased with my services from Wes. i will recommend Wes to all my friends who need a good lawyer.
I found Mr. Cowell on Avvo and explained my situation. My boyfriend had taken our children while I was at work and reused to bring them home. The police wouldn't help. Mr. Cowell worked with me (on a budget, too) and we were in court the next day. My boyfriend showed up with an attorney. Mr. Cowell was ready for a hearing but got an agreement and got me custody and child support that day. Later he got me permission to leave to move my children to Texas. I can't thank him and his staff enough for all their help. He was aggressive for me but not direspectful to my boyfriend. He was very well informed of the law and helped me understand everything that was going on. I recommend him!