Megan Gieseler

Fierce, competent and skilled. These are the words that her peers use to describe Megan Gieseler, a rising star in the family law field at Chicago's Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP. 

These peers point to Gieseler's deep understanding of the law, devotion to her clients and ability to craft creative, and winning, arguments as the reasons behind her success at such a young age. They also say that Gieseler has already become one of the best family law attorneys in the Chicago area, and that they expect even more success from this young attorney in the future. 

Rebecca Krawczykowski, a family law attorney with Fay, Farrow & Associates, has both known Gieseler as opposing counsel and as a fellow board member of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers. She says that few family law attorneys possess both the legal skills and empathy for her clients that Gieseler combines. 

"I was so impressed with Megan's skills that I asked her to be co-counsel with me on a divorce matter," Krawczykowski said. "Her addition to the team has produced excellent results."

An example of Giseler's creativity? One nominator pointed to a divorce case in which she suggested a four-way conference with the goal of reaching a settlement. The conference often became a heated and emotional one, but Gieseler fostered an air of calm and repeatedly steered conversations back to the goals each side had, helping both parties avoid a costly trial. 

"Megan possesses outstanding qualities that help her to fervently represent her client," said Michon Stuttley, attorney and parter with The Stuttley Law Group. "She is extremely thorough, as well as knowledgeable in her field of work. Her gentle demeanor and compassion, make Megan one of the greatest attorneys I've ever worked with on a divorce matter. Her work ethic is superior to most, which pushes me to do my best. Her writing, communication and mediation skills are stellar, set her apart from the rest. I can truly say that I have learned a lot from my colleague, Megan Gieseler."

Anique Drouin, partner with STG Divorce Law, often refers clients with immigration issues to Gieseler. Why? She knows that Gieseler has the knowledge, skills and passion to help them navigate a complex system. Drouin also referred a case to Gieseler in which a paternal grandmother sought to protect her grandchildren. Gieseler helped earn a favorable result in court that served that family well, Drouin said.

"Megan is an extremely accomplished advocate for her clients, passionate in her representation and unafraid to handle the many complexities found in matrimonial law," Drouin said.

When not advocating for her clients, Gieseler is a member of multiple DuPage County bar associations. She serves as the second vice president of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers, an organization that helps promote the interests of women lawyers. She also offers pro bono legal services at the DuPage County Help Desk, acting as a pro bono advocate, and assisting with toy drives for families in need.