Sheryl Rae Ghezzi
Top rated Family Law attorney in Lincolnwood, Illinois
Law Offices of Sheryl Rae Ghezzi
Practice Areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Illinois since: 1984
Education: The John Marshall Law School
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2012 - 2013, 2015 - 2024 Call today:
847-916-7507
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4433 West TouhySuite 404
Lincolnwood, IL 60712 Visit website
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Devoted to a family law practice for over thirty six years, Sheryl Rae Ghezzi continues to tackle the obstacles inherent in high net worth and complex family law cases. She believes every avenue available should be explored for an amicable settlement but when litigation is required, client satisfaction is best achieved by an attorney and client working closely in developing strategies to achieve the client's goals. Communication is key. Sheryl's clients are kept well informed and encouraged to participate in the process.
Sheryl's experience with the divorce process encompasses the valuation and division of marital and non-marital property; parental responsibility for children; children's financial support and specific contributions necessary for children's expenses; children's educational expenses; and spousal maintenance. Valuation complications arising from interests in professional practices, closely held corporations and commercial real estate are competently resolved. She approaches each case in a bespoke fashion.
Sheryl shares her knowledge by lecturing, locally and nationally, in the areas of family law, child custody, legal ethics, and civility and professionalism. For over 25 years she has represented children by appointment by the Circuit Court of Cook County. She mentors students and young lawyers through various organizations and educational institutions. Sheryl has been continuously recognized for her achievements and is well respected in the legal community.
Practice areas include divorce, child visitation, post decree Judgment enforcement, college expense enforcement, spousal maintenance modification, child support modification, civil union agreements, paternity, prenuptial planning and Estate Planning. Family Law representative clients include physicians, lawyers, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, business owners, clergy members, home-makers, teachers and union members, as well as their spouses.
The suburban office is conveniently located off I 94 at the intersection of Touhy Avenue and Lincoln Avenue. Parking is free.
The practice extends across Cook, Lake, Du Page, Will, McHenry, Kane and Kendall counties.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Alimony & Spousal Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Father's Rights, Marital Property, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 1984, Illinois
Professional Webpage: http://www.divorceconfidential.com/attorneys/sheryl-rae-ghez...
- Lecturer, "A Roadmap Through Divorce Proceedings", National Business Institute, Baby on Board: Handling Child Custody, Visitation and Support Issues, March 2009
- Lecturer, "Preventing Critical Financial Issues During Divorces", National Business Institute, Ethical Considerations, March 2008
- Military Issues in Family Law, Lecturer, Military Divorce Issues, Chicago Bar Association, 2006
- Child Custody Issues, Lecturer, Handling Illinois Divorces from Start to Finish, National Business Institute, 2004
- The Ethics of Email, National Teleconference, National Business Institute, January 2012
- Civility and Professionalism National Teleconference, National Business Institute, 2012
- The Ethics of E-mail 2012, National Teleconference,, National Business Institute, 2012
- Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish, National Business Institute, 2013
- Lecturer, Legal Ethics of E-mail National Teleconference, National Business Institute/Westlaw, 2014
- The Divorce Process, National Business Institute, September 2011
- Ethical Considerations, National Business Institute, March 2010
- Domestic Violence & Military Personnel, CBA, November, 2006
- Family Law Ethics, National Business Institute, August, 2004
- Civility and Professionalism, National Business Institute, 2013
- Lecturer, Legal Ethics of E-mail, National Business Institute
- Legal Ethics of E-Mail, National Business Institute, 2013
- Commencing Divorce Action, Lecturer, Divorce Litigation - Start to Finish, National Business Institute, 2011
- New Supreme Court Rules Overview, Lecturer, Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes in Divorce, National Business Institute, 2010
- Chicago Bar Association
- Circuit Court of Cook County, Domestic Relations Division, Certified Children's Representative
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois, 1984
- John Marshall Law School, Employment Advisory Board, Family Law Chairman, 2014
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Circuit Court of Cook County, Domestic Relations Division, Court Facilitator, 2002
- U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois, 1984
- American Bar Association Family Law Section , 2017
- Illinois State Bar Association Military Affairs Committee, 2006
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, 1984
- Supreme Court of Illinois, 1984
- Who's Who in American Women
- Who's Who in America, 2021
- Kingswood School Cranbrook, 1973
- Lake Forest College, B.A. Major: Psychology/Political Science, 1977
- Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker License, 1981
- Bureau of National Affairs, Publisher, 1984
- Biography , Who's Who in America, Publisher, 2020
- Top Women Attorneys in Illinois, Chicago Magazine Super Lawyers, 2013
- Top 10% professionals in United States, America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry, 2020
- Who's Who of American Women
- America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry, 2015
- Who's Who in America 2018
- Illinois Top 10, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, 2015
- Illinois Top 10, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, 2016
- Village of Lincolnwood, Human Relations Commission 2018 to 2021, 2018
- Village of Lincolnwood Illinois Human Relations Commission, 2004 to 2009
- Court Facilitator, Circuit Court of Cook County, 2002 to present
- John Marshall Law School: Job Advisory Board (Chairman: Family Law Committee) 2013 to present
- Children's Representative, Circuit Court of Cook County, 1992 to present
- Founding Member, Lincolnwood School Foundation, 2002 - 2003
- Alumni Board of Directors, Lake Forest College, 2007 to 2011
- Military Affairs Committee, ISBA, 2002 - 2008
- Family Law Attorneys
These comments were made by fellow attorneys during the annual nomination process.
“Excellent attorney with great experience and demeanor”
“Sheryl is an excellent attorney and advocate for her clients. She is organized, intelligent and approachable and an asset to the legal community.”
“Sheryl Ghezzi is the consummate professional. She is diligent, cares about her clients, andprovides consistently excellent legal service.”
“Ms. Ghezzi is a superb professional. She is knowledgeable and meticulous in her work. Ms. Ghezzi provides highly individualized and thoughtful representation for her clients.”
“Sheryl Rae Ghezzi has a productive and admirable approach of highly charged litigation”
“Sheryl is a wonderful and excellent attorney. ”
“Sheryl Ghezzi is a dedicated professional. She is thorough and always prepared. She knows the law and also knows how to negotiate.She understands the psychodynamics of clients going through divorce and offers empathetic, practical, and effective representation.”
“Sheryl Ghezzi is thorough knowledgeable attorney with the highest ethics who specializes in common sense and clients service.”
“Sheryl is an experienced and respected attorney in her field. Her knowledge of the law and dedicated representation would make anyone lucky to have her as their counsel.”
Office location for Sheryl Rae Ghezzi
4433 West Touhy
Suite 404
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Phone: 847-916-7507
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2012 - 2013, 2015 - 2024
