When hiring an attorney, you want sound advice and expect quality representation. Any interaction with the legal system can be an intimidating process, but at the Pirtle Law Group, we aim to ensure you feel comfortable every step of the way.
Our first step is to always develop a personal relationship. As we identify your needs, we assume the role as advocate in pursuing and executing a legal course of action.
Our goal is to openly delineate the steps each client will need to maneuver and to address every question efficiently and thoughtfully. We strive for honest communication and to anticipate the many moving variables involved in any case to alleviate concerns or apprehension.
Julie M. Pirtle
Ms. Pirtle uses her extensive knowledge in helping each and every client find a solution that is tailored to his or her circumstances while also exhibiting strong advocacy in the courtroom. She understands that not every case is a trial case nor can every case be kept out of the courtroom. Whether your needs are getting through a tough situation now or planning to avoid tough situations in the future, Ms. Pirtle can help you achieve your goals.
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• Divorce
• High Asset Divorce
• Maintenance & Alimony
• Child Custody & Child Support
• Prenuptial Agreements
• Family Law
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• Illinois, 2012
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• Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, IL, J.D., 2012
• Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, B.S. Sociology, 2008
• American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 10 Best, 2016
• American Society of Legal Advocates, Ten Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction
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• Kane County Bar Association
• McHenry County Bar Association
• Illinois State Bar Association
• Former Illinois State Bar Association Young Lawyer’s Division Section Council Member -
• Illinois Supreme Court Puts Burden on Unmarried Fathers to Prove Visitation is in their Childs Best Interests, Illinois State Bar Associations Family Law Section Newsletter, Aug. 2013 at 4.
• Boosting Your Online Presence Through Facebook Advertising, Illinois State Bar Associations Young Lawyer Division Section Newsletter, Aug. 2015 at 2.
Ms. Pirtle was lead trial counsel in her former firm for over five years. She excels at commanding a courtroom, reading the Judge and anticipating the moves of opposing counsel. Ms. Pirtle also accepts appointments as a Guardian Ad Litem and a mediator in both Kane and McHenry Counties.
Ms. Pirtle graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Northern Illinois University. Since graduating, Ms. Pirtle has been active in her local bar associations; often donating her time to the MCBA Help Desk and Kane County’s Lawyer in the Library at Gail Borden Library. She is a member of the Kane County Bar Association, McHenry County Bar Association, and Illinois State Bar Association.
Ms. Pirtle graduated law school with nearly ten years of family law experience having worked for two other law firms as a paralegal. As a result of her extensive work as an administrator on family law cases, Ms. Pirtle understands that attention to detail is key in every case.
JAMES BOLZ
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• Trust & Estate Planning
• Probate Administration
• Residential Real Estate
• Commercial Real Estate
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• Illinois, 1975
Attorney James Bolz joined The Pirtle Law Group in 2023 as Of Counsel. Mr. Bolz has been a practicing attorney for over forty years. He has a wealth of legal knowledge and is an asset to all PLG clients.
Mr. Bolz was a named partner in his former firm of Bolz & McCarty, formerly McCuaig, Haeger, Bolz & McCarty, LLC since 1978 and a senior partner from 1986 to 2020 when he started practicing as the principal in the Law Office of James M. Bolz, LLC.
Having practiced in the Kane and McHenry County areas for his entire career, Mr. Bolz recognizes the importance of community. In addition to an impressive legal career, Mr. Bolz has dedicated significant time to community leadership roles; notably, acting as the former Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Elgin Academy, serving on the Board of Directors and other committees for the Elgin Country Club, serving on the Board of Directors for various homeowner associations, acting as president of the Dundee Township Rotary Club for two terms along with multiple other volunteer positions.
CHRIS MILLER
When Mr. Miller joined the Pirtle Law Group in 2022, he came with an extensive background of legal and nonlegal experience which makes him a well-rounded advocate for his clients. Mr. Miller uses his skills to vigorously and thoughtfully represent his clients. Whether it be in the courtroom, drafting, or conducting negotiations, he will always work to ensure that his clients’ needs are being met.
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• Family Law
• Trust & Estate Planning
• Probate Administration
• Residential Real Estate -
• Illinois, 2022
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• Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, IL, J.D., 2012
• Minot State University, Minot, ND, M.S.M., 2016
• Minot State University, Minot, ND, B.A.S., 2014
• Community College of the Air Force, Montgomery, AL, A.A.S., 2012
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• American Bar Association
• Illinois State Bar Association Pending
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• People v. Reed: People v. Reed: Pleading Guilty May no Longer Preclude a Quest for Freedom.
• Kane County Bar Briefs December 2021 Edition
Mr. Miller graduated summa cum laude from Northern Illinois College of Law. Prior to going to law school, he served in the United States Air Force as a non-commissioned officer. During his time in the Air Force, Mr. Miller first obtained an associate degree in Avionics Systems. He then graduated cum laude from Minot State University with both a bachelor’s degree and master’s in Business Management.