William McSurley
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Licensed for 9 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
Aggressive litigation, strategic negotiation.Mr. McSurley's courtroom successes have impacted families from Illinois to California, reuniting children with their parents. His tireless efforts in all areas of family law have won challenging cases to keep children safe. Such cases center on custody, and have frequently resulted in him expeditiously securing emergency orders of protection, safeguarding children from abuse. Mr. McSurley graduated at the top of his class at University of Illinois, Chicago, first earning the summa cum laude distinction with his bachelor's degree and later magna cum laude with his Juris Doctorate from the university's College of Law. He earned Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society's distinctive gold key and was voted president of the law school's Family Law Society. Mr. McSurley excelled as a member of the Family Advocacy Clinic, where he passionately represented parents and children. His stellar work in abuse and neglect proceedings eventually earned him a leadership role, mentoring law students in emotionally charged child-centered litigation. Mr. McSurley's intellectual rigor and work ethic earned him coveted internships with judges across the nation, allowing him to develop keen insight into their decision-making process. In law school he won a prestigious internship with the U.S. Department of Justice and drafted decisions for the judges of the Executive Office of Immigration Review. He also interned with the judges of the Juvenile Court of Denver, Colorado and the family law division of the Circuit Court of Will County, Illinois. As a judicial intern with the family law division of Will County, Mr. McSurley aided judges and worked closely with Judge Dinah L. Archambeault throughout all stages of divorce and custody proceedings.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Divorce and separation
Family
Language
English
Contact
Law Offices of Jonathan Merel, P.C.180 North Stetson AvenueSuite 1300Chicago, IL, 60601
Office: N/A
Website: N/AReviews
One of the most underrated traits shared by almost every successful attorney is a strong ability and willingness to listen. This is what I encountered at the very start with William. Not only did he listen, he waited before providing advice and his knowledge. When you contact most attorney’s they ramble and rush you off the phone leaving you to feel unheard and already defeated. William did show true compassion for our case, treated us very well and provided strong and solid advice. We hired him immediately! Great lawyers know their area of practice. He is truly one of the great.
William is an attorney that honors his word. I retained William for a custody case and he began working immediately. He took a case that was seemingly unfavorable to me in the beginning and turned it around, completely! His calming demeanor and professionalism were added bonuses in addition to him being a vault of knowledge. He was always kind and attentive and never left me to feel as if I was a bother. He communicates very well and made sure that I understood everything that transpired concerning my case, not leaving me to wonder. In my personal opinion he’s one of the greatest to do what he does. Amazing work!!
I was a client of William McSurley. I couldn't have hoped for a more positive, quick and professional experience. His communication was clear and timely and I never felt hesitant to ask questions.
Everything i could say about William would be positive. He is an amazing, understanding, and intelligent individual. Even though i didn't have a very strong case, he still manage to get the outcome i hoped for. If i ever need this type of legal help again i would defiantly be giving him a call.
I’ve had the honor to hire William McSurley as my attorney during a challenging period in my life. I am a first time single mom, whose child is not even one here; yet I faced a lot of adversity by the other parent. I was recommended the name of William McSurley. From our first phone call to our last appearance in court, Mr. McSurley has been nothing short of AWESOME and extremely candid in all of our conversations, sharing any challenges that may hinder; yet most importantly opportunities that will enhance our strategy in the case. One of the most profound conversation we had in where I was doubtful and scared, William acknowledged my doubts and also shared I had to relinquish the worry and trust he would fight for us. If I didn’t trust him, he was okay in me hiring an attorney that I did trust. Needless to say I completely learned in how to trust William’s approach and fully embrace that he was not just any lawyer, he was and is still very much an advocate for my daughter and I. William is extremely analytical, intelligent, highly educated and knowledgeable on the laws that will help in your case matters. I speak highly of William to those who have asked “How did court go?”. I highly recommend Mr. William McSurley and have already recommended him to two close individuals in my life who have also retained him as their own attorney. I cannot thank William enough but I truly hope he knows and embraces his gift into helping families. I am EXTREMELY Thankful that his gift of advocacy had entered my life as a new single mom. I could not have imagined walking into that court room with anyone other than William McSurley. Thank YOU William for ALL that you have done for my daughter and I and all you will continue to do for many families who need a voice. Thank you for just being YOU!
William was a great lawyer. Works for months on my divorce and never made me doubt his word. Helped me with everything I needed. Wouldn’t have picked another lawyer.
William is such a great lawyer and very professional. There are not enough words to describe how greatful I am for everything he has done for me and my son. William has been fighting by my side for about 3 years now and he has done nothing but deliver amazing results. There is honestly no other lawyer I would rather have fighting for me. He genuinely cares about his clients and works like a pro. I wish I could give him more stars.
William McSurley gave me amazing advice thru out my divorce. He was amazing knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone who needed help in Family Law
He gave me a lot of help on a case and am grateful. Knowledgeable, courteous and strong. I recommend him.
William McSurley is nothing short of outstanding at what he does! Five Star is not enough. I was involved in a custody/child support battle, and right from the moment I hired him he was just amazing. Honest, caring, helpful, and just down right kicked ass in my case! I would definitely and highly recommend Mr. McSurley. I am extremely grateful for all he accomplished for my son and I. A Huge victory
One of the most underrated traits shared by almost every successful attorney is a strong ability and willingness to listen. This is what I encountered at the very start with William. Not only did he listen, he waited before providing advice and his knowledge. When you contact most attorney’s they ramble and rush you off the phone leaving you to feel unheard and already defeated. William did show true compassion for our case, treated us very well and provided strong and solid advice. We hired him immediately! Great lawyers know their area of practice. He is truly one of the great.
William is an attorney that honors his word. I retained William for a custody case and he began working immediately. He took a case that was seemingly unfavorable to me in the beginning and turned it around, completely! His calming demeanor and professionalism were added bonuses in addition to him being a vault of knowledge. He was always kind and attentive and never left me to feel as if I was a bother. He communicates very well and made sure that I understood everything that transpired concerning my case, not leaving me to wonder. In my personal opinion he’s one of the greatest to do what he does. Amazing work!!
I was a client of William McSurley. I couldn't have hoped for a more positive, quick and professional experience. His communication was clear and timely and I never felt hesitant to ask questions.
Everything i could say about William would be positive. He is an amazing, understanding, and intelligent individual. Even though i didn't have a very strong case, he still manage to get the outcome i hoped for. If i ever need this type of legal help again i would defiantly be giving him a call.
I’ve had the honor to hire William McSurley as my attorney during a challenging period in my life. I am a first time single mom, whose child is not even one here; yet I faced a lot of adversity by the other parent. I was recommended the name of William McSurley. From our first phone call to our last appearance in court, Mr. McSurley has been nothing short of AWESOME and extremely candid in all of our conversations, sharing any challenges that may hinder; yet most importantly opportunities that will enhance our strategy in the case. One of the most profound conversation we had in where I was doubtful and scared, William acknowledged my doubts and also shared I had to relinquish the worry and trust he would fight for us. If I didn’t trust him, he was okay in me hiring an attorney that I did trust. Needless to say I completely learned in how to trust William’s approach and fully embrace that he was not just any lawyer, he was and is still very much an advocate for my daughter and I. William is extremely analytical, intelligent, highly educated and knowledgeable on the laws that will help in your case matters. I speak highly of William to those who have asked “How did court go?”. I highly recommend Mr. William McSurley and have already recommended him to two close individuals in my life who have also retained him as their own attorney. I cannot thank William enough but I truly hope he knows and embraces his gift into helping families. I am EXTREMELY Thankful that his gift of advocacy had entered my life as a new single mom. I could not have imagined walking into that court room with anyone other than William McSurley. Thank YOU William for ALL that you have done for my daughter and I and all you will continue to do for many families who need a voice. Thank you for just being YOU!
William was a great lawyer. Works for months on my divorce and never made me doubt his word. Helped me with everything I needed. Wouldn’t have picked another lawyer.
William is such a great lawyer and very professional. There are not enough words to describe how greatful I am for everything he has done for me and my son. William has been fighting by my side for about 3 years now and he has done nothing but deliver amazing results. There is honestly no other lawyer I would rather have fighting for me. He genuinely cares about his clients and works like a pro. I wish I could give him more stars.
William McSurley gave me amazing advice thru out my divorce. He was amazing knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone who needed help in Family Law
He gave me a lot of help on a case and am grateful. Knowledgeable, courteous and strong. I recommend him.
William McSurley is nothing short of outstanding at what he does! Five Star is not enough. I was involved in a custody/child support battle, and right from the moment I hired him he was just amazing. Honest, caring, helpful, and just down right kicked ass in my case! I would definitely and highly recommend Mr. McSurley. I am extremely grateful for all he accomplished for my son and I. A Huge victory
One of the most underrated traits shared by almost every successful attorney is a strong ability and willingness to listen. This is what I encountered at the very start with William. Not only did he listen, he waited before providing advice and his knowledge. When you contact most attorney’s they ramble and rush you off the phone leaving you to feel unheard and already defeated. William did show true compassion for our case, treated us very well and provided strong and solid advice. We hired him immediately! Great lawyers know their area of practice. He is truly one of the great.
William is an attorney that honors his word. I retained William for a custody case and he began working immediately. He took a case that was seemingly unfavorable to me in the beginning and turned it around, completely! His calming demeanor and professionalism were added bonuses in addition to him being a vault of knowledge. He was always kind and attentive and never left me to feel as if I was a bother. He communicates very well and made sure that I understood everything that transpired concerning my case, not leaving me to wonder. In my personal opinion he’s one of the greatest to do what he does. Amazing work!!
I was a client of William McSurley. I couldn't have hoped for a more positive, quick and professional experience. His communication was clear and timely and I never felt hesitant to ask questions.
Everything i could say about William would be positive. He is an amazing, understanding, and intelligent individual. Even though i didn't have a very strong case, he still manage to get the outcome i hoped for. If i ever need this type of legal help again i would defiantly be giving him a call.
I’ve had the honor to hire William McSurley as my attorney during a challenging period in my life. I am a first time single mom, whose child is not even one here; yet I faced a lot of adversity by the other parent. I was recommended the name of William McSurley. From our first phone call to our last appearance in court, Mr. McSurley has been nothing short of AWESOME and extremely candid in all of our conversations, sharing any challenges that may hinder; yet most importantly opportunities that will enhance our strategy in the case. One of the most profound conversation we had in where I was doubtful and scared, William acknowledged my doubts and also shared I had to relinquish the worry and trust he would fight for us. If I didn’t trust him, he was okay in me hiring an attorney that I did trust. Needless to say I completely learned in how to trust William’s approach and fully embrace that he was not just any lawyer, he was and is still very much an advocate for my daughter and I. William is extremely analytical, intelligent, highly educated and knowledgeable on the laws that will help in your case matters. I speak highly of William to those who have asked “How did court go?”. I highly recommend Mr. William McSurley and have already recommended him to two close individuals in my life who have also retained him as their own attorney. I cannot thank William enough but I truly hope he knows and embraces his gift into helping families. I am EXTREMELY Thankful that his gift of advocacy had entered my life as a new single mom. I could not have imagined walking into that court room with anyone other than William McSurley. Thank YOU William for ALL that you have done for my daughter and I and all you will continue to do for many families who need a voice. Thank you for just being YOU!
William was a great lawyer. Works for months on my divorce and never made me doubt his word. Helped me with everything I needed. Wouldn’t have picked another lawyer.
William is such a great lawyer and very professional. There are not enough words to describe how greatful I am for everything he has done for me and my son. William has been fighting by my side for about 3 years now and he has done nothing but deliver amazing results. There is honestly no other lawyer I would rather have fighting for me. He genuinely cares about his clients and works like a pro. I wish I could give him more stars.
William McSurley gave me amazing advice thru out my divorce. He was amazing knowledgeable. I would recommend him to anyone who needed help in Family Law
He gave me a lot of help on a case and am grateful. Knowledgeable, courteous and strong. I recommend him.
William McSurley is nothing short of outstanding at what he does! Five Star is not enough. I was involved in a custody/child support battle, and right from the moment I hired him he was just amazing. Honest, caring, helpful, and just down right kicked ass in my case! I would definitely and highly recommend Mr. McSurley. I am extremely grateful for all he accomplished for my son and I. A Huge victory