Michael Sevin, Family Law Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL
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Michael Sevin is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Beermann LLP.
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- Chicago, ILLINOIS
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- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Michael Sevin: Michael Sevin is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Beermann LLP.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Chicago
Michael concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Chicago, Illinois
Michael takes family law matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michael Sevin, family law attorney serving Chicago
Michael Sevin is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Beermann LLP. Michael works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on family law matters across the region.
Mr. Sevin concentrates his practice exclusively in the area of family law, representing parties in the litigation and resolution of sophisticated matrimonial and family related matters. He counsels clients on a wide range of divorce-related issues including custody disputes, analysis of complex financial matters, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and the disposition of marital and non-marital assets.
Mr. Sevin’s peers and colleagues have recognized him as a leading advocate for his client, including being named one of Illinois’s “40 Under 40 Attorneys to Watch” by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company in 2019.
Mr. Sevin has successfully litigated issues including maintenance and child support, fraudulent transfer of assets and dissipation claims, valuation and division of assets, adequate compensation and characterization of marital and non-marital assets.
He has successfully represented parties in international and multi-jurisdictional family law litigation, including actions under the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction and the International Child Abduction Remedies Act (ICARA).
Mr. Sevin is an adjunct professor at DePaul University College of Law where he teaches and frequently speaks on various litigation and trial-related matters, including drafting, cross examination, trial strategy and oral argument. He has also completed the intensive family law trial advocacy program of the National Family Law Trial Institute in Houston, Texas.
Widely regarded as a leader in family law, Mr. Sevin has been recognized by Super Lawyers magazine as an “Illinois Super Lawyer” every year since 2019, following his earlier distinction as an “Illinois Rising Star” from 2011 to 2018. He is also honored in Best Lawyers in America, beginning with its 2025 edition, and has been distinguished as a “Leading Lawyer” since 2025, building on his prior recognition as an “Emerging Lawyer” by the Leading Lawyers Network in 2016, 2017, and 2020.
Michael was also appointed to the Family Law Section Council for the Illinois State Bar Association for 2020-2024.
How Michael handles family law matters
Mr. Sevin concentrates his practice exclusively in the area of family law, representing parties in the litigation and resolution of sophisticated matrimonial and family related matters. He counsels clients on a wide range of divorce-related issues including custody disputes, analysis of complex financial matters, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and the disposition of marital and…
The kind of cases Michael takes
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
DePaul University
J.D. · 2008
Michael studied at J.D. in DePaul University.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in DePaul University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Michael's legal honors and published work
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
Locations
Michael Sevin's office in Chicago
Michael's primary office is at 161 North Clark Street, Suite 3000, Chicago, Illinois, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michael Sevin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Sevin
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Michael is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new family law clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Michael handles family law matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
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