Wonderful divorce attorney…
“Gabriela was there during my divorce every step of the way and made sure that she went above and beyond to finalize my divorce in a very professional manner. She explained every option I had available and went through everything with a fine tooth comb. Even in times of despair, on my part, she still helped me to make it through the process and made sure I was not taken advantage of in a rather complicated divorce. There are not enough words to say how grateful I am to have had such a wonderful, intelligent, kind, and caring lawyer as she is. Simply the best!”
Proactive advocate!
“Gabriela navigated my complicated child support case with brilliance and resourcefulness. Her deep knowledge of child support law produced a positive outcome for me and my child. Gabriela was there every step of the way to advocate for me and was able to communicate the process in clear terms. I can’t imagine there would be another lawyer who would have worked as hard for me as Gabriela did.
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Highly knowledgeable…
“Gabriela is highly knowledgeable in family. She was able to help me through my divorce all the while listening to my specific needs and interests and advising me with her expertise along the way. Gabriela is very professional and thorough.”
An absolutely phenomenal lawyer…
“Ms. Asrow is an absolutely phenomenal lawyer. Not only is she capable, intelligent and efficient with your time, she is also someone you can trust to make sure you understand every facet of your case. She was an absolute joy to work with, even when the circumstances were stressful and difficult. Thank you Gabriela!”
Gabriela and Gloria worked diligently on my case…
“Gabriela and Gloria worked diligently on my case during a tough Covid environment in 2020. They provided many options for me to get through the process of my divorce. They both paid attention to details and was always available to provide answers for my questions.”
I am very glad I choose H&B to represent me…
“I really appreciate everything Gloria and Julia has done for my case. I am very glad I choose H&B to represent me in my case.”
Julia Copeland has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since she graduated from law school in 2010, having previously practiced at another Chicago boutique family law firm prior to joining Hoffenberg & Block, LLC in 2018. Julia received her J.D. from Kent College of Law and her B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Julia was on the Dean’s List throughout law school and received multiple CALI awards for excellence in the classroom.
Julia prefers to get to know her clients on a professional and personal level. In doing so, Julia is able to provide representation that works for the client, and her clients’ children. She understands the stresses of divorce and can provide you with honest and knowledgeable advice. Moreover, as a mother herself, Julia can empathize with clients dealing with parenting matters and can lend compassion and practical representation.
Julia understands that divorces can be stressful both emotionally and monetarily. She understands that oftentimes the money spent in a divorce proceeding was set aside for retirement or college. With that understanding, she strives to get the best results in every case while being cognizant of cost. By working efficiently and strategically, Julia seeks to achieve goals without needlessly spending client funds.
Julia is familiar with cases of all types, from uncontested simple divorces to highly contested high net worth estates. Regardless of the financial circumstances, Julia ensures that each case is handled in the most professional and appropriate manner. Moreover, Julia is well versed in all child-related issues, from parenting time and decision-making, to contribution to college expenses.
Julia is a certified mediator, as well as a strong litigation associate. She has participated and conducted multiple contentious family law hearings and trials. Having worked in the domestic relations division her entire career, Julia has a good reputation amongst her adversaries and the Court.
Julia is a member of the Illinois Bar Association and Chicago Bar Association, and is an active member in her downtown community.
