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MICHELE MORESCHI She was effective because she knew the cases, knew the rules and knew how to apply both to the facts in front of them. ”
AGE: 37 FIRM : Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP LAW SCHOOL : University of Illinois Chicago School of Law/ John Marshall Law School
AREA(S) OF PRACTICE: Family law
M ichele Moreschi has already built a reputation as a fam- ily law attorney who combines courtroom strength with compassion, helping clients navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives. A partner with Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP in Chicago, Moreschi focuses her practice on family law. Her le- gal skills, tireless preparation and empathy for her clients have made her one of the rising stars in the family law arena. “Michele is deeply committed to her clients,” said Frank Paolini with the Chicago office of Neal Gerber & Eisenberg. “She listens attentively, communicates clearly and guides cli- ents through difficult processes with professionalism and em- pathy. Michele exemplifies the highest standards of the legal profession and the qualities of an emerging leader.” Before transitioning to family law, Moreschi served with the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office, where she handled felony investigations and prosecutions involving some of the most serious criminal offenses. The experience sharpened her trial skills and prepared her for the high- stakes, emotionally charged disputes that often define family law litigation. Attorneys who worked with and against Moreschi during those years say her success stemmed not from theatrics but from preparation. They describe a lawyer who mastered ev- ery detail of a case, anticipated evidentiary issues before they
arose and presented persuasive arguments grounded in a deep understanding of the law. “Michele has the unique dual skill of being a dedicated advocate for her client while still being a very decent human being. In family law, sometimes the two traits are not always there,” said Jennifer Cunningham Beeler with Northfield, Illi- nois’ Ciesla Beeler. “I sincerely appreciated Michele's very pro- fessional approach to problem solving.” One attorney who represented the opposing party in a financially complicated divorce says Moreschi brought a "roll-up-your-sleeves and work this through" mentality to negotiations. While fiercely representing her client's interests, she remained ethical, solution-oriented and empathetic, mak- ing even contentious litigation more productive. Estate planning attorneys who regularly partner with family law practitioners say Moreschi proactively coordinates with wealth planning professionals to ensure divorce settlements and parenting agreements align with her clients' broader fi- nancial and estate planning goals. “Michele Moreschi was not a lawyer who relied on volume or theatrics,” said David Imielski with the Wheaton office of Marquardt & Belmonte. “She was effective because she knew the cases, knew the rules and knew how to apply both to the facts in front of them. That kind of legal acumen is what sep- arates a competent attorney from a genuinely skilled one.”
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