Reviews

I hired Lisa M. Giese in early 2018 to modify my Marital Settlement Agreement. She carefully listened to my concerns, reviewed the agreement, analyzed the options and recommended solutions that were both logical and made legal sense. Throughout the legal proceedings, I experienced a professional representation, a cohesive teamwork and a targeted approach on their end that bared results for me. I highly recommend attorney Lisa M. Giese and her team for any divorce or family case.

Lisa has been my lawyer for the past 4 years for various court precedings and has been awesome. She always knew what was going on with my case and always took the time to ask what I wanted the end result to be. She’s tough and not scared to speak her mind in a courtroom in order to fight for her client. Lisa also always worked with me financially in order to work around what I could afford. I would 10/10 recommend her to anyone and would hire her again if needed.

Truly gave me salient advice and more importantly took the time to listen. Very responsive. Knows Family Law, Understands strategy! Passion to go the extra mile for her clients. Thank you Lisa!

I hired Lisa as my representative for a post decree child support and child custody case in Kane County. She was responsive and very competent. This is high praise if you knew how I feel about most attorneys. She was also very fair in her billing. Of course lawyers are expensive, but she was honest in her billing hours - often cutting me a break. I have acted pro-se and have dealt with multiple attorneys, mediators, and GALS. She is by far one of the best I have worked with. If you have to work with an attorney in Kane County, she is the way to go.

I hired Lisa after switching attorneys during my divorce case, seeking new counsel. Lisa is responsive, understanding and knowledgeable. It was clear to me that she was paying attention to the details of my case throughout. During the case, Lisa was an excellent advocate for my son and I. Currently, I am so happy to spend the parenting time with my son that I was able to get agreement on via Lisa's help. Lisa is an excellent coach and counselor. I also found her encouraging and caring towards the stress of my case. Also- I was impressed by the legal team at Kollias and Giese. They are responsive and helpful when I needed their assistance. Lastly, and also very important- whenever I received an invoice, I felt like the billing was accurate and fair. Thanks very much Lisa!

I did my research and selected Lisa Giese hoping she was everything her credentials said she was. Lisa is a great lawyer, a logical thinker and detailed professional. Her team is outstanding I felt confident thru the entire process. The billing was accurate and fair. I believe we won on every argument and Lisa had a better understanding of the law and judges directions. I know my case could have ended up completely different without Lisa excellent work. J.D.

Before writing this brief review I read again what others before me had to say of Lisa’s work. After having just concluded my divorce through her I have to say that I certainly “concur” with those recommendations praising her efforts. My divorce took 2 miserable years to conclude. In the process I went through 2 other lawyers before finding Lisa. She settled my matter quickly, very favorably and in a manner respectful and responsive to my needs and wants. Although I hope to never again be in a position to need these services from her, I will tell others that if they do, there is none better than Lisa.

This is actually the sight where I found Ms. Giese after two previous lawyers who came recommended but did little to include me in the decisions and direction of my case. Thankfully I found Lisa, she has been a god send to me. She is bright, prepared, committed, ethical and caring, an unusual set of traits in the divorce field. From our first meeting Lisa seemed invested in my case, she has been extremely hard working and thorough, responding promptly to my questions, emails, and calls . Unfortunately, after many attempts to reach settlement, my divorce had been highly contentious and complicated lasting 3 years. After going to trial as well as the appellate court, both with success, I have continued to retain Lisa's services to enforce the rulings of my settlement and to deal with the endless motions my former husband has initiated. Lisa's calm and warm demeanor as well as her in depth knowledge of the law is reassuring and inspiring. She will never give up on you. Lisa assesses your individual situation and treats you with respect while remaining focused on the best outcome for you. She will explain different courses of action and will act efficiently and honorably. If you are looking for someone who will act in your behalf with integrity and avoids unnecessary petty arguments with opposing counsel then you will not be disappointed in Lisa. She may not tell you what you want to hear at times, but she will be truthful and patient. Her knowledge base, negotiating skills and research driven practice allow her to avoid the nasty tactics that to often are used by other lawyers in this field. I don't know what I would have done without Lisa during this exceptionally stressful and challenging time. This is one accomplished young lady with insight and maturity beyond her years, not to mention class and grace; you will be impressed with her results.

After over three years of divorce and post-divorce dramatics with my ex, Lisa was able to come in, and for a fraction of the time, cost and aggravation that I'd experienced prior, actually bring some sanity and fairness to my situation. She got me some much needed relief on my maintenance obligations, got me more flexible and more time with my kids, and managed to finally get my name off the mortgage with my ex. I honestly consider her engagement on my case a godsend, and I cannot speak highly enough about her diligence, professionalism, and capability. If you have a need in this avenue, you couldn't possibly do better than to have her on your team!

I was very lucky to find Lisa as my first attorney on my child custody and visitation needs. Where do I start, she’s amazing! Everything from responding quickly to my emails, to handling stressful situations with complete professionalism, through keeping me extremely well informed of the entire process. Lisa is very passionate in her work, and this alone makes a huge difference. Don’t think…just hire her. You won’t be disappointed.

I hired Robert Downs Law (Chicago) in June 2013 for my divorce case. I continued to retain Downs law until end of Jan, 2014 - then I fired them. Downs Law estimated that my divorce case (0 kids, 1 house, 1 car - could go to trial, and last thru the end of 2014, possibly 2015 - for them to handle). This is an "experienced" lawyer, in a high-rise Chicago (Wacker drive) building. I hired Lisa Giese starting Feb, 2014. Lisa got my case settled, without going to trial, end of May, 2014. Lisa did in 4 months, what Downs Law failed to do in 8 months. Lisa did in half the time, and literally half the cost - what the other attorney failed to do. Would I recommend Lisa to others? Would I seek her guidance in the future? Without a doubt! Thank you, Lisa!!!

Prior to hiring Lisa, I had the misfortune of hemorrhaging money to four other attorneys. Lisa is the absolute best! She has accomplished more for me in a matter of a few short months than any of the other attorney's combined. Ditto to all the kudos in other reviews! There are not enough adjectives to describe her abilities. My only regret, is that I didn't find her sooner!