Reviews

Joanna was attorney who never followed up 98 percent of time by calling me back or in timely matter. Could hardly ever sit down with her had appt twice cancel . Lost all my information first visit. She kep a affidavit and a spouse relief tax form that was filled out and supposed to be given to my ex to be's lawyer and never did she sat on it for over three months Until I fired her. She has never gave me a bill or a statement of services for the whole eight months Honestly never kept records of time she spent as I had her as an attorney If she did I would reveive a stmt and a refund. When I fired her she told me she would give it to me in two weeks and never did and had to report her to the bar association. She communicated My case with outside people which she has no bussiness to or without my permission. She was not truthful. The way she talk to me was horrible . She change court houses without my permission my feeling to make more money. She didnt care what I felt or what I had to say, All i have to say she did hardly nothing for my case but made things worse.

Joanna came highly recommended. I work for the Court System and everyone I asked said the same name.. Joanna Challacombe. I knew I needed someone tough being familiar with the firm my husband hired and I could not have chosen anyone better suited for this battle. Joanna loves the law, knows the law and I'm convinced either has Supreme Court Laws memorized or has a photographic memory. She's passionate about helping people and does what is best for all parties involved which I find admirable. She is straight forward, honest and always does what is right no matter what the cost. Joanna was always available when I needed her for even the simplest questions. She's prepared for anything and sugarcoats nothing. You always know what to expect and she keeps you informed. I will be forever grateful to Joanna for everything she has done for my family. She even represented me in my civil case when my husbands brother decided to bring a frivolous lawsuit against me in a sad attempt for revenge.. This box is not big enough to sing Joanna's praises. There is not a better attorney out there in my opinion. Once an agreement was met Joanna prepared an extensive and extremely detailed Marital Settlement Agreement and Allocation of Parental Responsibility. This was to ensure we would not have to return to court with any discrepancies which would incur more costs. If anyone ever asks me for a referral in the future they will only hear one name...Joanna Challacombe. She is a rare gem in the attorney world. If your reading this..Thank you Joanna..Thank you for everything!!!!

If you’re going through a divorce or separation where children are involved, you need Joanna by your side. She’s 100% on doing and recommending what is best for the child/children involved. Joanna is kind, fair, respectful and has so much experience in her practice of law. She changed my life and can do the same for you. She’s the absolute best.

Joanna was very good in regards to law, reality of the situation, and the personal part of dealing with a divorce. She stuck by me when other lawyers couldn't handle it. She was put in difficult situations and stuck with it. She is a strong woman and it reflected in her representation of me. I highly recommend her to anybody in a divorce.

After years of having a feeling something was going on while my son was at his father's house everything finally came to light. The judge ordered her as my sons Child Rep. I thank God every day that she was chosen to represent my son. She know the law extensively. She takes all of the facts, listens and truly wants what is best for the child. She is truly amazing and she has saved my son. There are no words to thank her for what she has done.

Joanna Challacombe is a tenacious lawyer. She is extremely well versed in the law. She is not afraid to go to battle with anyone. She took a very difficult child custody case with me and had to fight several attorney's on my and my kids behalf. Illinois is HORRIBLE for fathers rights!! But Joanna leveled the playing field!! While i occasionally thought i "knew better" or where i let emotions mess with me. Joanna kept me calm and always proved that she knows the law and the system inside out!! I would recommend her to anyone who is struggling to get custody of their kids. Especially any Men!! Are their less expensive attorneys out there? Sure. But i didnt want a "tv" law firm. I wanted a person who was not only excellent. But was someone i would see!!! Not some associate of an associate of the lawyer. I got what i paid for......MY SONS!!! I trusted her with my sons lives and she proved i made the right choice!! B.R. Des Plaines Il.

Joanna will get to the guts or your case quicker than most. She is worth every dime and has saved my family from the tragedy of an abusive Husband/ Father. She knows the law and prides herself on ethics. I'm blessed to have found her.

I filed for divorce from my abusive husband last year. My first attorney charged me $20,000 and obtained literally zero results for me. I was desperate not to have to live in the same house with him any longer, and I knew the kids needed me as the residential parent, and I was terrified that he would make good on his threats to either have equal time with them or even become the primary parent. After months of being terrorized by him and getting absolutely nowhere with my attorney I did what I should have done in the first place. I asked the personnel in the courtroom which attorney they would hire if they were getting a divorce and Joanna’s name was always given so I let the other attorney go and hired her. Smart, tough, fearless, and compassionate is what they told me, and it has been true. Within 2 months she got him out of the house and despite a lot of obstacles we were able to enter an order for a parenting time schedule that I could live with 2 months later. Joanna believed me when I told her what my husband is like and understood that he would make the process very difficult and would not easily settle the case. I have always felt that she really cares about the outcome of my case and that I am not just a file to her but a real person who is going through a difficult time. She has a strong sense of justice that is tempered by an equally strong sense of pragmatism. In my case that combination has led to things actually getting done. If only I had hired her in the first place I think my nightmare would be over by now. Besides her intelligence and confidence she is also very conscientious. With my previous attorney I often got a feeling that she was a bit slick and was not completely trustworthy. I have never had that feeling with Joanna. Divorcing an abusive person is very difficult, and when kids are involved it can be pure hell. If you are in a similar situation I highly recommend hiring Joanna as your attorney.

Joanna came into my Divorce case after an inexperienced attorney had me scared of the court system and unable to sleep at night. Joanna gathered the facts quickly and was ready for the next court date in just 7 days. She is honest, always puts my children's best interest first and never forgets a detail. During trial she was professional and doesn't let anything get by, she is in it to win it and speaks her mind. Her knowledge of the law is second to none.

If you need and want a top of the line attorney, Joanna Challacombe is your only choice. I have worked with and observed hundreds of attorneys. When I needed a divorce lawyer, I chose Joanna because I saw her in action. Joanna is always prepared for court, and studies case law like no one else. Joanna will fight, and win, for you. Every time we went to court, Joanna was there and always prepared. Joanna is confident , serious, and has a no-nonsense approach to any case she is involved in. If you need a very tough attorney who is afraid of no one , a pit-bull in court because the other side tries to intimidate you, you better have Joanna in your corner-she is the best in the business. Joanna also works in Civil court and is excellant. I have recommended only one attorney to friends , relatives and aquaintences -Joanna Challacombe.

I walked into court with another very soft spoken attorney (intimidated by opposing council) and the daunting task of a single father trying to get custody of his four year old son. My son was "kidnapped" from daycare on the morning of the first day of court preceedings and taken out of state. Life as I knew it was the worst!! After months of no-shows by my son's mother and excuse after excuse by opposing council, the courts appointed Ms Challacombe as guardian ad litem... that was when everything changed!! Ms Challacombe was not there for the money, prestige or for the man vs woman fight... she was genuinely concerned and focused on the current and future well being of my son. And she was NOT intimidated by ANYONE. I will admit that I wasn't "happy" with initial preceedings (as I stated, my son was allowed to be taken out of state and I had to pay child support), but Ms. Challacombe took the time to explain her position and that support of the child is the right thing to do. I assumed "That's it... I'm one man in a fight with 4 women"..."they've got my son and money... it's over", but I was wrong. Ms. Challacombe followed up with both opposing councils and parties to get background and determine where her client/our child would ultimately be placed. She met with me in my home and monitored my interaction with my son (once I was allowed visitation for the summer). Just when I thought her "investigation" was all for show, she showed up in court with additional evidence that supported my complaints and suggestions that the proper placement for my son would be with me, the father. Ms. Challacombe had done a thorough background check on both parents (including criminal). Her thoughtfulness and focus on the child (not the paycheck) was ultimately the deciding factor for the decision to place my son with me. As a single father, I had absolutely NO FAITH in our justice system and still believe MUCH change is needed, but... Ms. Challacombe did restore my faith in humanity. She could have easily told the judge to leave my son with his mother (after all... he was only 4), but she was professional and caring enough to do her job and represent her client's best interests. I would recommed Ms. Challacombe ANY DAY!!! She will fight for her client.

I walked away from my seemingly never-ending custody-case feeling like every-single-concern I had in the interest of my child was listened to, addressed, and handled. I was much more triumphant than many others I had spoken to about their custody-cases, and the peace of mind I feel knowing that every-possible-thing we could legally do was covered. She treats each case with genuine determination. I appreciated that she stood up for me when I was in over my head and being taken advantage of by the opposing side. Frequently I needed legal counsel in between court hearings and all correspondence was immediately returned with clear and concise advice on how to approach the situation.