Michael S. DeLaney, CELA

Michael DeLaney

Dedicated to You

A senior partner within the firm, Michael DeLaney is a Certified Elder Law Attorney. Limiting his practice to Elder Law, Mr DeLaney focuses specifically on Guardianship and Probate litigation.

Mr. DeLaney is an experienced GAL (Guardian ad Litem), and he is frequently appointed by Courts to represent the best interests of an elder during a Guardianship Proceeding. Additionally, Mike represents families seeking to help a disabled loved one obtain the protection of a Guardian. He has also worked on many cases helping victims of financial exploitation and undue influences recover funds from unscrupulous individuals.

Dedicated to the Job

Mr. DeLaney is an author for Illinois Jurisprudence published by Lexis-Nexis, and a contributing author of the legal treatise entitled, Ethics in Elder Law. He has also served as the Chicago Bar Association Chairperson of the Elder Law Section. Currently, Mike serves as a committee member of the Illinois Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys in Illinois.

Mr. DeLaney is board certified as a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation. Although board certification is not required by the Illinois Supreme Court in order to practice elder law, it evidences strong commitment to and expansive knowledge of elder law. Mr. DeLaney also has extensive training and experience counselling older clients and their families, which permits him to expertly meet each client's unique needs and concerns.

Dedicated to Success

Serving as a frequent lecturer to other attorneys as a faculty member of the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, Mr DeLaney is passionate about using his knowledge to educate others.

Mr. DeLaney earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and his Juris Doctorate from Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon.

Should you wish to make an appointment with Michael DeLaney, he meets with clients at both the Loop and suburban Orland Park locations. Please contact either office to make an appointment to meet with Mr DeLaney.

Testimonials

Your office saved my husband and me thousands of dollars and allowed us to protect our hard-earned nest egg. We thank you for opening our eyes to the governmental help to pay for our long term care expenses. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Frank and Ella R.
Westmont, IL

Your law firm was a godsend to our family in many ways at a critical and emotional time of our lives. Thank you for all you do for seniors and their families.

Diane H.
Chicago, IL

Everything you did for us was excellent and so is your office staff. You are terrific and so very professional. Your office is A#1 – First Class.

Jayne M.
Homer Glen, IL

It made me feel taken care of and secure knowing that I can call and have my questions answered. The attorney was kind and never in a hurry with me and always answered my questions. I don’t know how anyone could get through the Medicaid process without your expert assistance.

Lilia K.
Chicago, Illinois

Everyone in your office was kind, generous and knowledgeable. Thanks to you my stress has been removed and I am now able to start a new life.

Georgianne B.
Crestwood, Illinois

You probably don’t realize this, but you are truly angels, helping me through a most difficult time. I cannot thank you enough.

Nancy G.
Calumet City, Illinois

I have referred people many times

Dennis K.
Oak Lawn, Illinois

You probably don’t realize this, but you are truly angels, helping me through a most difficult time. I cannot thank you enough.

Nancy G.
Calumet City, Illinois

Amy has been very helpful in all areas of our needs and concerns.

William E.
Mokena, Illinois

We were very well pleased with everything done by DeLaney Law for our family!

Barbara C.
Frankfort, Illinois

I rate this firm excellent in all respects!

Martha P.
Palos Hills, Illinois

I would definitely refer a friend or relative to this law firm for legal assistance.

Hortencia M.
Palos Park, Illinois

Please accept our sincere appreciation and thanks for a job well done. You and your team provide and maintain the highest level of superior customer service in every interaction.

Patrick and Shirley F.
Oak Lawn, Illinois

Thank you very much for your professionalism and expertise. Attorney Heather Voorn and everyone at the office was very helpful and assisted me in learning about Medicaid – something I previously had no knowledge of.

James J.
Orland Park, Illinois

I appreciate the timeliness and attention to all of my cases.

Bill M.
Chicago, IL

The attorneys at DeLaney Law Offices, Ltd. were very helpful and addressed all of my questions.

Stanley G.
Hinsdale, IL

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