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Equity Law, LLC is small firm that's dedicated to providing excellent legal services to diverse clientele.
Attorney Joey Carrillo was recently recognized as Rising Star by Superlawyers.com. The Rising Stars list represents the top 2.5 attorneys in the state of Illinois who are under 40 or practicing for 10 years or less who are nominated through a rigorous selection process involving independent research, peer nominations and evaluations, identifying outstanding up-and-coming lawyers.
Joey takes pride in his work and provides top-tier legal services due to his compassionate and professional approach to client service.
Overview
Hired 4 times
Serves Chicago, IL
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1 employee
2 years in business
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Attorney
License state: IL
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Passed by Joel Carrillo on Mar 12, 2026.
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, value, and responsiveness.
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Victoria L.
Nov 12, 2025
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From Google
Joey is a delight to work with. Weve partnered on several projects and Im always impressed with his advocacy, tenacity, and hard work ethic. He offers a range of practice areas from prenups to divorce to name changes. If youre looking for a keen eye and strong advocate, Joey is the person to go with.
Zaiya
Apr 17, 2025
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From Google
Mr. Carrillo is one of the most professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable attorneys Ive ever had the privilege of working with.I came into our consultation feeling overwhelmed and anxious about the early stages of my divorce, and left with clarity, reassurance, and a solid understanding of my rights, options, and next steps. Mr. Carrillo took the time to listen with care, answer every question thoroughly, and offer informed legal insight tailored to my specific situation.What impressed me most was not just his legal expertise (though I cannot praise that aspect enough, either), but his empathy. He approached every concern with patience and respect, making a difficult process feel manageable and validating. Lets face it: if youre in a position where you need to consult an attorney, chances are your life is facing some chaos. Mr. Carrillo helped me find stability within that storm, and I now feel much more confident about the legal steps ahead.I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Carrillo to anyone seeking legal guidance, especially in emotionally complex matters. He combines professionalism with genuine human kindness, and that makes all the difference.
Jorge M.
Dec 4, 2025
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From Google
Joey is very good family lawyer. He got me what I wanted in my case with my 6 year old daughter
S. B.
Mar 25, 2025
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From Google
Joey is really wonderfulknowledgeable about judges and the law, good at explaining things, and happy to listen and collaborate. Hired Joey for a name change that turned out to be slightly more complex than Id hoped, and it was a breeze!
Diauna H.
Apr 24, 2026
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They are amazing helped me with my case
Family Law Attorney
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
For Estate Planning I offer flat rates. For Family Law Issues (Divorce, Child Custody, Protective Orders) I require a downpayment for the first month and a pay as you go invoicing system. Hourly rates are share during the free consultation.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I offer a free consultation to assess your case, then I will send a contract to review and link to make the initial payment online.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
EDUCATION:
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Juris Doctor 2021– Certificate in Public Interest Law
Elmhurst University, Bachelor of Arts 2013 – Political Science, Philosophy, Spanish
Honors: Cum Laude
BAR ADMISSIONS: Illinois
JOB-RELATED TRAINING / CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION:
1. National Institute for Trial Advocacy, Trial Skills Program: November 2021
2. Legal Aid Chicago, Drafting and Responding to Complaints: February 2022
3. Legal Aid Chicago, Trauma Informed Client Interviewing, March 2022
4. Legal Aid Chicago, Working with Clients of Limited Eng. Proficiency, Oct. 2022
5. Legal Aid Chicago, E-filing and Electronic Dockets, August 2022
6. Legal Aid Chicago, Best Practices for Inclusion of Ppl. w/ Disabilities, Nov. 2022
7. Legal Aid Chicago, Working with Older Clients, December 2022
