Cynthia handles difficult situations with calm and thorough thoughtfulness. She was helpful and patient through every detail and I always felt that my best interests were always taken into account. Having been through a previous divorce, I recommend mediation as the best possible process and having Cynthia to work with was tremendously comforting.

Cyndy is an excellent lawyer. She is very thorough in interepeting the information to me. Not only a law professional, she is very sympathetic as a person. Despite the stressful situation, she has a claiming way of moving things along. When life takes a turn, it is good to have someone on your side to look out for your best interest.

I hired Cynthia Lazar to represent me in getting a quick, amicable divorce after 32 years of marriage. She did exactly that! Everything went smoothly and quickly. Very happy with results and highly recommend her!
Peggy Shorts
Waukegan

Cynthia was a pleasure to work with. I feel she was honest and forthcoming with the process and expectations. She kept both parties on track and was great at diffusing the stressful moments that happen when discussing co-parenting and finances. Also, we followed all of her recommendations for lawyers to wrap up the filing of our divorce and all were lovely to work with. I have recommended Cynthia to my friends.

Cynthia was caring, understanding, knowledgeable, flexible, and fair. I highly recommend her!

I used Cynthia Lazar for a divorce mediation and can't recommend her enough. She made a difficult process as easy as humanly possible. She is kind, organized, and knows her stuff. The subsequent lawyers we used to file our divorce and QDRO all commented that her work was top notch. If you are considering using a mediator, please meet with Cynthia Lazar. She and her work won't disappoint you!

Hiring Cynthia as my divorce attorney was the best decision I could have made! We came to Cynthia for an uncontested divorce, and she helped us with all of our options, making the process as smooth and easy as possible! I thoroughly respect and appreciate everything she did. In addition to her knowledge and kind demeanor, she was always considerate of our time- she is the complete opposite of any lawyer stereotype! I always knew she had my best interest in mind and was always looking for the most efficient way to handle an issue, saving us money. Thank you, Cynthia for everything, I appreciate you!

Cynthia Lazar is a Saving Grace. In preparing for an inevitable divorce, I had interviewed several attorneys on the north shore. When my husband prematurely filed, letting me know on a Saturday, I immediately reached out to Ms. Lazar (via a voicemail) who promptly saw me Monday after my work.
From the start, she calmly and clearly explained each step going forward. She assembled a top-notch team for our collaborative divorce and had my back in every detail - anticipating issues for which I had no clue (though I thought my research had been thorough.)
What could have been a contentious and one-sided process became, instead, an equitable and efficient dissolution of our 22-year relationship (married 20 years). From attentive listening and stringent realism to keeping me covered and sane with arcane, formidable entities like real estate attorneys and title companies, Ms. Lazar is truly the partner and leader you want on your side.
I'm ever-grateful to have found her and the outstanding team she assembled - and not "breaking the bank" in the process. Thank you, Cynthia - my accolades cannot do you justice!

Cynthia is honest and on point with what needs to be done. She will not waste your time and money. Highly recommended!

Cynthia is extremely knowledgable of the applicable laws and the court system and provides expert guidance throughout the divorce process. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a divorce attorney.

The service that Cynthia provided during such a stressful and emotional time was very well appreciated. She was very timely with her responses, very thorough in her review of documents, and very thoughtful in her advice and responses. Not only was she extremely professional and accommodating, but compassionate. She went above and beyond for me. I would recommend her to my friends and family and would use her again without a second thought.

I recently hired Cynthia Lazar to guide me through the divorce process and I could not have been happier with my decision. Cynthia's expertise and dedication to my case was certainly appreciated. She patiently and strategically guided me through an emotional time and, thanks to her efforts, she achieved the best possible outcome for me and my family. I highly recommend Cindy; she's the best.

I would recommend Cynthia. She took the time to listen to my goals through the divorce process and provided expert advice. She was always professional and calm and ensured I was well informed to make decisions. My advice to anyone that hires Cynthia is to listen and take her advice.

Spoke to Jerry who was professional accomodating and very helpful...would recommend!

I consulted with and retained Cynthia Lazar for my legal separation. I met with 3 other attorneys prior to my appointment with her and upon meeting her I knew she was the attorney to handle my complex case. I was mentally drained and tearful about my marriage ending. She immediately provided a calm and nurturing environment where I was able to explain my circumstances. Cynthia walked me through every step of the legal process and there were no surprises. She is meticulous in her study and knowledge of the law. She takes pride in her work and truly cares about her clients. Cynthia's work ethic is excellent and her attention to detail is impeccable. I highly, without hesitation recommend Cynthia Lazar.

I could not have been happier with the way our mediation went. Cynthia was EXTREMELY fair and impartial throughout the entire process!! What could have been a nightmare turned into a smooth and respectful process thanks to our mediator!!

Cynthia was outstanding at helping me through the difficult divorce process. She was always professional, caring and very responsive. Even during her vacation time she would ensure a timely answer to any questions I had. Cynthia is extremely knowledgeable and I would highly recommend.

Compassionate and Efficient!

Cindy was extremely accommodating to schedules and timelines. From the start she was interested in getting to know us and our goals. She took us step by step through the process, explained the finer details, offered excellent suggestions and was very patient. She adjusted, when needed, to keep us on track and kept us moving forward. I do not feel that one moment was wasted while meeting with Cindy. She gave us ‘homework’ and when we came prepared, she again was efficient in guiding us to the final memorandum. I would highly recommend Cindy for anyone considering mediation. She is an all around A+!!!

Cynthia was my divorce attorney in 2013. Since then I have had some issues come up and she was more than helpful to assist me with my questions. She has always been very quick to respond to me whether it was by email or phone. I am SO glad I chose her at my time of need. She has made this time in my life a little easier, knowing that I was in very capable hands. I highly recommend contacting her now, you will not be disappointed.

Cynthia Lazar was a most excellent attorney for me in the process of divorce. She kept me informed every step of the divorce process and was key to my ability to go through the process of mediation rather than drag emotions and finances through the court system. She is professional, and yet is a sympathetic and caring attorney and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Going through a divorce was hard but working with Cynthia through the mediation process was extremely helpful. She provided an overview of the process and stayed true to her commitment of being neutral. She suggested creative ideas to solving challenging issues and in the end I felt like the agreement reached had puts and takes for both sides. I would highly recommend Cynthia to anyone looking to use the mediation process for a divorce.

Cynthia Lazar was great to work with for my divorce. Divorce is obviously a bitter sweet situation and I was not sure what to expect when going through the process. Cynthia took the time to explain the process and my options. She understood that my ex-wife and I wanted to complete the divorce fast and she did all in her power to complete the divorce fast, but she did not rush and was conscious to not overlook any small detail. She advised me of decisions and what was in best interest. She also took the time to sit down with ex-wife and I and explain things regarding the parenting agreement and divorce degree. She avoided conflict and disagreement between my ex-wife and I, while always keeping my best interest in mind. After hearing about other divorces and attorneys, I was beyond cautious and skeptical of working with any attorney. Cynthia Lazar made an unpleasant experience a very pleasant and smooth experience. She is no nonsense, to the point and very passionate about what she does. She respects her client's wishes and I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend Cynthia Lazar as a divorce attorney.

As terrible as a divorce is, Cynthia Lazar made it less painful. She was very thorough and organized. She looked out for my best interests and helped me to understand the whole process. She responded to my emails/phone calls promptly and was very informed at the task at hand. I would recommend her to anyone.

Cynthia is a true professional. Going through this experience was one of the most difficult times of my life and I wouldn't wish it upon anyone. Cynthia was able to keep me grounded and level headed through this process. She took the emotion out of the divorce and made sure the decisions that were made would be best for me today but also in the future.

Cynthia helped keep this process from staying in the courts and offered options that were fair for both parties. I would highly recommend Cynthia to anyone due to her experience, professionalism and attention to detail.

Cynthia coached us through a difficult and at at times emotional process. She kept us on track. She made it clear that our children's needs were a priority, and then she helped us come up with an agreement that was fair.

The mediator process saved us thousand of dollars and a lot of stress.

I highly recommend Ms. Lazar; she is very professional, highly skilled, and dedicated.

At a very hard time in my life Cynthia was not only extremely professional, she was truly caring and compassionate and did the most amazing job looking out for me and my best interests. I am thankful I had the guidance of such a wonderful person and experienced attorney.

I highly recommend Cynthia Lazar as a mediator in helping with a divorce.

Cynthia is very professional, highly knowledgeable about the law, and is able to explain each step of the mediation process in a manner that is easy to comprehend. She is patient, kind, understanding and knows that divorce is an extremely difficult time for those going through it. I was nervous going into mediation for my divorce, yet she was able to take the time to talk and put me at ease. Cynthia is very fair, not taking one side of the divorce or the other, but is committed to preparing an equitable settlement for both parties. She is innovative, coming up ideas and suggestions when roadblocks or problems arise during the mediation. The agreement Cynthia prepared was very well written, thorough and accurately reflected what was decided upon. I advise anyone going through a divorce to first try mediation as I believe it is the best way to come up with a fair financial settlement, save thousands of dollars in attorney costs and help make the divorce process civil.

Excellent attorney! Cindy was just what I needed for my divorce and then later modified agreement. She steered me away from trivial issues that were based on my emotions and helped craft a settlement that protected both me and my children. She was thorough, detailed and extremely responsive.

Please avoid this lawyer... I hired Cynthia for my divorce case and ended up having to switch lawyers mid way through my case. Slow to return calls / emails, not well organized, never read any of the materials I provided before our meetings. All these actions put my case a few months behind in getting resolved.

I wanted a lawyer that would clearly spell out and be honest about what I could expect to receive from a divorce after a 27 year marriage, and I found that in Cynthia. I met with a couple of other lawyers that made pie-in-sky promises but my gut told me I needed to be practical as I was certain there would be a basic formula for a divorce in the court system. I had a friend hire a "big promises attorney" in almost an identical divorce situation and pay large fees to him, and she didn't get as good a settlement as I did. Cynthia really did end up getting the best possible settlement for me without a lot of drama - a win win.

Cynthia far surpassed my expectations. Divorce can be an ugly process, however she could not have made it any simpler. Her calm demeanor helped my then-husband and I stay calm and focused during our appointments. We knew we wanted a non-contested divorce and she made it extremely fair for both of us; also being very efficient with our time and money. Couldn't have chosen a better lawyer. Thank you Cynthia Lazar.

Divorce is hard and difficult and even more so when you have have a former spouse who makes it his life's mission to make you regret every moment of your life with him. Cynthia is the consummate professional thru the entire horrible experience, guiding you away from pitfalls & traps and making sure that the most important people in the process, the children, are treated with respect and given the care and concern they are due and should receive. My children's lives and my life are a thousand times better because of Cynthia's experience and professionalism. I didn't always agree with her advice but I followed it and I'm glad I did so because the quality of my children's lives have always been my & her priorities.

I think it feels a little odd to type that I loved my experience of going through a divorce but Cynthia definitely helped to make a stressful situation less painful. She explained every detail of the process and didn't hesitate to explain each step. She has a lot of patience and never seems like she is in a hurry for you to leave even though I am sure she is quite busy. And even though my divorce was fairly amicable I did see a side of her that said she is also ready to take a firm approach if need be. She is extremely professional but also has a soft side. I could not have asked for anyone better.

was told that she don't handle post decrees if she didn't handle your divorce. so what's a person to do yrs after the fact? keep looking I guess.

Cynthia Lazar mediated my divorce in 2005. My then-husband and I were only interested in dissolving our marriage (which resulted in 2 amazing daughters) with respect and dignity, honoring the good things that we were able to accomplish together. While our marriage was irreparable, we knew we would continue to co-parent our daughters, and therefore needed to ensure there was no ill treatment by either one of us toward the other. Cynthia understood this approach, and was eager to assist us. While other divorcing friends' attorneys were encouraging lengthy battles and severe pain for their clients (much of which caused even more pain for their children), Cynthia's superb mediation skills were the antithesis of that destructive approach to divorce. She made the process of drafting and agreeing to the terms of the divorce as pain-free as possible. In this spirit of cooperation, we ended our marriage with our dignity - and our children - intact. It was Cynthia's professionalism and kindness that allowed this to happen. I have recommended her to countless divorcing friends and acquaintances, and cannot recommend her more highly to you. Do yourselves a favor and choose Cynthia to help you through this painful time of your lives. You will be glad you did.

I read Jennifer's review and felt compelled to give my experience with Ms Lazar--a very different experience indeed. A dear friend of mine (who had gone through a divorce several years ago) recommended Cynthia Lazar to me when I was in the early stages of separation and divorce. I knew from my friend that her divorce was one of the smoothest I had ever heard, and a great deal of the credit went to Cynthia. My experience with Cynthia was similar--I knew that this would be a difficult emotional process, but Cynthia's calm and comforting demeanor was exactly what I needed. Cynthia understands what someone needs during this difficult time, as far as expertise with the law and emotional support, and she is top-notch at both of these things. She represented me in an uncontested divorce but at no time did I feel that she was trying to make my then-husband out to be a "bad guy"--I understand that happens sometimes in divorces. She looked out for my interests, but in a way that was fair to my ex-husband as well. She was personally kind, caring and supportive--she has one of the most gentle demeanors of anyone I have ever met, and just being around her was soothing to me. She has an excellent reputation in Lake County (where she practices)--so much so that even though I live in Cook County, I worked with her in Lake, even though it was further from my home and work. Anytime I would contact her, Cynthia was responsive and would get back in touch with me almost immediately. I was never left to worry about what was happening, but was kept informed every step of the way. Once Cynthia and I worked out the details of the terms of divorce, she sent the paperwork to me quickly, I had my husband sign and initial, as did I and then she locked in a court date--from the time we decided to initiate divorce proceedings through the time of the court date was less than 2 1/2 months--very quick! On the day of the court date, Cynthia met me early at the Courthouse and went over what was going to happen, explaining everything in great detail so that I wouldn't be surprised. While going through the preliminary questions, I became quite emotional and Cynthia gave me some privacy and space in which to grieve the end of my marriage, then came back to where we were speaking and she finished going through what would happen. Afterwards, she gave me some privacy to take in what was about to happen and to compose myself prior to going into court, where everything went exactly as Cynthia had told me. After the proceedings, Cynthia accompanied me down to the clerk's office where I received the copy of the divorce decree, we said our goodbyes and I was on my way. A day or two later, because there was property involved, she contacted me with the process I needed to take to obtain the quit claim for my home (which, according to the terms of our divorce, I bought his portion from my husband). This is something that she didn't have to do, but that she did as a courtesy and kindness. I could not recommend Cynthia more highly--I work in a professional environment and have had several dealings with attorneys over the years for various things, but never have I felt such a collaborative spirit as I did with Cynthia. I am very grateful that she represented me and if I ever found myself in need of a family law attorney, I would go to Cynthia without even considering anyone else. I think she is a marvelous attorney, but more importantly, and ethical, wonderful human being. If anyone I knew had to go through the terrible emotional pain of a divorce, I would unequivocally recommend Cynthia Lazar.

After reading all the great reviews, I was eager to meet with Ms. Lazar about my case. Two weeks ago, I went on the office's website and sent a message through their Contact Our Office Today form to set up an appointment. Since I didn't get a reply two full days later, I called and spoke with a receptionist, and left a message with her to have Ms. Lazar call or email me as soon as possible to set up an appointment and left her with all my contact information. By the 27th, I still hadn't heard from anyone, so I called and left a voice message, asking someone to please get back to me today if they still were interested in the case, although by then I didn't have any faith in getting good service. I waited until 6pm today (Monday) to get a reply but... nothing. If they can't be bothered to call or email a potential client back in two weeks just to set up an appointment, I can't imagine how terrible communication would be if I hired them. What a disappointment. :(