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We graded 8 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
From 5,530 Google reviews of 57 top-rated divorce lawyers nationwide; 8 of them in Chicago Heights, IL. Updated November 5, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of divorce lawyers).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Reliability (24%): How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Craft & service (0%): Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Replies to reviews (7%): How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 |  STG Divorce LawChicago Heights, IL | A 95How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%97+67.2Reliability 31%92+28.3Experts Score= 95Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA––A– | 5.00 | — |
| 2 |  Law Offices of Alfred HaddadChicago Heights, IL | B 73How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%81+47.5Reliability 26%73+19Value 15%87+13.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Momentum penalty34−6.6Experts Score= 73Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | ABAAD– | 4.89 | — |
| 3 |  The Walters Law Group, Ltd.Chicago Heights, IL | B 69How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%78+54Reliability 31%49+15.1Experts Score= 69Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BC––A– | 4.74 | — |
| 4 |  Tommalieh Law - Divorce & Family LawChicago Heights, IL | B 62How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%63+34.4Reliability 24%35+8.5Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%84+5.9Momentum penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 62Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BDAAAA | 4.69 | — |
| 5 |  Mehta Law GroupChicago Heights, IL | C 59How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%68+37.1Reliability 24%54+13.1Value 14%69+9.8Replies to reviews 7%9+0.6Craft & service penalty88−1.2Experts Score= 59Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BCABAF | 4.58 | — |
| 6 |  Law Office of Desiree Berg, LLCChicago Heights, IL | C 53How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%58+36.8Reliability 28%49+13.8Replies to reviews 8%71+5.8Momentum penalty66−3.4Experts Score= 53Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | CC––BB | 4.57 | — |
| 7 |  The Law Firm of Dan FloreyChicago Heights, IL | C 46How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%54+29.5Reliability 24%43+10.4Value 14%57+8.1Replies to reviews 7%13+0.9Craft & service penalty75−2.5Experts Score= 46Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | CCBCAF | 4.54 | — |
| 8 |  NMS Family Law FirmChicago Heights, IL | D 32How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%41+26Reliability 28%30+8.5Replies to reviews 8%92+7.6Momentum penalty0−10Experts Score= 32Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade D: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | CD––FA | 4.56 | — |
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
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How the 8 divorce lawyers we rated in Chicago Heights, IL compare, and what customers praise most.
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
Average stars per company.
Share of Google review highlights.
All price verdicts left with reviews.
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Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.
Reliability (24%) — How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
The 9 best-rated divorce lawyers in Chicago Heights, IL average 4.7★ on Google across 653 reviews. STG Divorce Law has the top rating (5.0★), and Mehta Law Group has the most reviews (155). Updated November 3, 2026.
9 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (653 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“I highly recommend this firm! As someone who knew absolutely nothing about the divorce process, I was incredibly overwhelmed, but Mr. Jordan completely took over and handled everything. He walked me through the…” — Google review
“An absolute blessing of a lawyer, went above and beyond in the courtroom and out, checking in periodically with clear direction on how to make the best of a bad situation. You really have someone in your corner with…” — Google review
“I can’t say enough good things about Tamir. He is truly a class act—professional, knowledgeable, and always responsive. He made the entire process much easier and was always available to answer questions and provide…” — Google review
“Theresa Beran Kulat explained divorce options clearly, communicated with empathy and compassion, and made the entire process smooth and efficient. Using the Collaborative/Mediator approach is highly recommended! It…” — Google review
“Sean and Angela are outstanding. they followed through with everything that was said during the initial conversation. They also made the process quick and painless.” — Google review
“The Law Firm of Dan Florey delivered an incredible outcome in a very difficult parenting time case. The legal process was overwhelming and at times felt completely predetermined before we were even properly heard.…” — Google review
“Todd demonstrates exceptional skill and expertise in his field. His extensive experience is evident in his ability to effectively defend his clients, providing a seamless and efficient process. Unlike many others,…” — Google review
“This law firm is AMAZING! I love how attorney Scott listened to me to understand me and my situation. It was a very easy process to set up a consultation ! She actually called to hear me out before I even paid for my…” — Google review
“Going through a divorce was one of the most stressful experiences of my life, but having Desiree Berg on my side, made a huge difference. She listened to my concerns. Explain my options clearly and always made me…” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for divorce lawyer listings in and around Chicago Heights, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
STG Divorce Law has the highest Google rating on our Chicago Heights list: 5.0 out of 5 from 22 reviews (as of November 3, 2026).
Mehta Law Group has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 155, with a 4.6★ average.
Only open Chicago Heights-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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