Attorney Todd Scalzo Appointed to Illinois Supreme Court’s Committee on Character and Fitness

Todd Scalzo, an attorney with Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, has been appointed to the Committee on Character and Fitness in the Third District by the Illinois Supreme Court. MKFM Law is proud to congratulate Attorney Scalzo on this achievement. The firm’s team is excited to see how he will thrive in this role.

Todd Scalzo’s term as a member of the Committee on Character and Fitness will begin on January 1, 2025 and continue until December 31, 2027. While serving on this committee, Attorney Scalzo will help decide which applicants have the proper moral character and fitness to become practicing attorneys in the state of Illinois. This responsibility will consist of evaluating applications, conducting personal interviews when necessary, issuing certifications to the Bar, and making recommendations to the Board of Admissions.

Attorney Scalzo has been practicing law for 20 years. He joined MKFM Law in 2017. Throughout DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will Counties, Mr. Scalzo represents spouses, parents, and other parties, helping them address legal issues related to divorce, child support, parental responsibilities, spousal maintenance, and paternity, among many others. He is also a court-approved guardian ad litem and mediator. Outside of the courtroom, Attorney Scalzo actively participates in his legal community as a member of several associations, including the DuPage County Bar Association, the DuPage Justinian Society, and the Kane County Bar Association.

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11 Attorneys From MKFM, a Wheaton Family Law Firm, Recognized by Best Lawyers for 2025

Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, a firm with a 75-year history of excellence, is pleased to announce that 11 of the firm’s attorneys have received the distinction of being among the Best Lawyers in America for 2025. Partner Attorneys Lynn M. Mirabella, George S. Frederick, Henry D. Kass, Lindsay C. Stella and Joshua D. Bedwell have all received recognition as Best Lawyers. Additionally, The Honorable John W. Demling, Britni L. Bartik, and Todd D. Scalzo have been named Best Lawyers. Megan C. Harris, Kira N. Albrecht and Jacqueline M. Mazur have been named Ones to Watch for 2025.

Partner Lynn Mirabella has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2019 for her remarkable work in family law. As a certified Guardian ad Litem and Child’s Representative, Attorney Mirabella offers her skillset exclusively to clients in family law cases throughout the Chicagoland area.

Partner George Frederick has been honored by Best Lawyers for the second consecutive year. He was recognized for his work in family law. Attorney Frederick also represents employees affected by discrimination, sexual harassment, unpaid wages, and wrongful termination.

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DuPage County Law Firm Opens New Office in Sycamore, Illinois

The law firm of Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC is proud to announce that it is opening a new office location in Sycamore, Illinois. Since 1949, MKFM Law has provided legal services to residents and businesses throughout DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Will, Cook, and Lake Counties. The team is excited to expand the firm’s reach to serve residents of the DeKalb County area.

MKFM Law has acquired the Law Office of Riley N. Oncken, P.C. from Attorney Oncken, who was recently elected as the DeKalb County State’s Attorney. The firm will work to address the legal needs of Mr. Oncken’s clients and others in Sycamore and DeKalb County. With 200 years of combined attorney experience, MKFM Law is a highly regarded law firm that is known for providing knowledgeable and skillful legal services to clients throughout the state of Illinois.

Partner Attorney Joshua Bedwell will be leading the team at the Sycamore office. He has been practicing law for nearly 14 years, and he joined MKFM Law in 2012. Attorney Bedwell provides legal guidance to clients throughout Illinois who need assistance with issues related to divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division, among other matters.

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Wheaton Attorney Stacey Mccullough to be Honored at DCBA 2023 Pro Bono Award Reception

Wheaton Attorney Stacey McCullough to be Honored at DCBA 2023 Pro Bono Award Reception

MKFM Law is proud to announce that firm attorney Stacey McCullough has been named the 2023 recipient of the 18th Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Service Award for her countless hours of volunteer work in the legal community. The award is presented annually to an attorney practicing in DuPage County who has provided outstanding pro bono services to low-income individuals or charitable organizations. A Pro Bono Award Reception was hosted by the DuPage County Bar Association at Cantigny Golf Club in Wheaton.

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