Kiley M Whitty

1761 S. Naperville Rd., Wheaton, IL

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Education

2009
Loyola University School of Law, J.D.
2006
Miami University, BA - Bachelor of Arts- Magna Cum Laude

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4.8 22 reviews
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Julie westall

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05 Sep, 2024
Intelligent partnership, experienced guidance to get as close as possible to a livable agreement with your ex, especially where custody is involved. As a single mom with a highly contentious relationship throughout my divorce, I couldn’t feel more expertly represented than I do with James Laraia.
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Taja davis

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18 Sep, 2023
Dan Collins. I’m making this post out of free will. I wasn’t asked from anyone to make this review. I am making this review because I want everyone looking for an attorneys support to stop and call Dan. I’ve known Dan for about 7 years I want to say. I’m 4 years from 30. I was referred by my sister who was referred by everyone else in the dupage area that she knows who’ve had from traffic violations, dui to so much more. Dan is honestly the absolute best, he’s got the type of personality that makes you comfortable. He’s the most reliable, the most caring, the most understanding, the most motivated, the most intelligent , honest, lawyer I’ve ever had. I’ve had lawyers before for the same cases that I had to hire Dan for because the previous attorneys gave me option that I couldn’t take. Dan gave me better option. Ever since I’ve had him represent me, he has helped me tremendously from life lessons to not extreme results to my consequences. Dan is for the people 1000% and I’m not the only one who has said this. Dan is a my Harvey Specter. Dan is truly the man when it comes to the law. That’s what my sister and I always say. He will help you when you feel like there’s no way out and he is currently doing that with me and exceeding expectations. No attorney has given me the comfort Dan has. Mr Collins, I don’t think I’ll ever be able to thank you enough, if you are reading this I am forever in debt to you. thank you so much. It’s almost 11pm at night. I just got done texting Dan about my court date tomorrow. He calmed me down and assured he that he will take care of it. That’s the type of attorney Dan Collins Is. Most attorney don’t care and only will reply during buisness hours but Dan Collins is truly for this clients and gives his all into his clients cases from what I’ve experienced for myself and others who referred me to Dan. Mr Collins, Dan. Thank you for always being a text away. Thank you for making sure I get the best Outcomes from my consequences. Thank you for being understanding. Thank you for not being judge mental. Thank you for goin into the court room and giving it your all for me. Your work ethic, your intelligence, your advice, your guidance has never steered me wrong. Thank you Dan. You truly helped me become a better person
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Pros
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Highly professional and competent lawyer
“Ms. (Whitty) Bonk is a confident, easy to speak with and work with attorney. She is very professional in the courtroom and in the office at all times.”
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Prompt and thorough response to inquiries
“Her response in any inquiry is prompt and thorough.”
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Strong legal expertise and provides valuable advice
“I was reassured and satisfied with the knowledge and advice offered on the legal challenges I faced.”
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Empathetic and caring towards clients
“Kiley's empathy and compassion toward my family convinced me that she cared about more than simply the legal aspects of my situation.”
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Reliable and trustworthy lawyer
“Great lawyer and a man of his word. Hard to find those two in the same person.”
Cons
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Potential for change of firms and additional fees
“Fast forward Less than 3 months later, before the courts had even come to a determination, Kiley decided to change firms. Which meant withdrawal as my attorney unless I pay her an additional retainer at her new firm...”
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Lack of responsiveness and care for client's situation
“Only wanted money and has now made my financial situation worse. That's a solid NO!”

Publications

2019:
PRWEB, Laraia & Laraia, P.C. Welcomes Attorney Kiley M. Whitty to Form New Partnership of Laraia & Whitty, P.C.
2009:
Law Bulletin, Life After the Bar
2008:
Children's Legal Rights Journal, Minors as Living Organ Donors

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