Atty. Colette Gallo
Colette Gallo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Colette, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026.
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Colette Gallo is a family law attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Merel Family Law. Educated at University of Illinois Chicago (J.D., 2022). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Colette Gallo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law
- Colette, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colette is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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