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Jonathan Merel

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Family Law & Divorce Attorney at Merel Family Law
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Jonathan Merel is the founder of Merel Family Law, a premier Chicago-based firm specializing in high-conflict divorce and family law. He is a Doctor of Law from Chicago-Kent College of Law and is recognized as a Super Lawyer. Colleagues describe him as a great mentor, leader, and one of the best attorneys in the business.

Jonathan hosts the "ATD: All Things Divorce" podcast, where he discusses divorce, relationships, and pop culture. In a podcast with his cousin, he discussed his favorite TV shows, movies, music, and travel destinations, highlighting his focus on family both in and out of his professional life. He is also involved in local philanthropy.

He founded his firm with a philosophy to treat employees better than anyone, and in 14 years, no employee has ever had to ask him for a raise.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Family Law & Divorce Attorney
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Priorities

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Modernizing Law
He identifies as "The Modern Family Lawyer" and aims to deliver relatable legal results, rejecting the "ugly boring" stereotypes of the legal profession.
High-Conflict Divorce
His firm is built around handling high-conflict divorce, and his posts frequently discuss the complexities of hidden assets, financial disputes, and the emotional toll on families.
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Career

Work history

3-2009
Family Law & Divorce Attorney
Merel Family Law
In the press

Media appearances

Untying the Knot: Your Guide to Family Law and Divorce – Jonathan Merel – S7E14. Featured in Legally Speaking Podcast
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Jonathan Merel - The Managing Partners Podcast. Featured in YouTube
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Education
1999 - 2002
Doctor of Law (JD)
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
1995 - 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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