Her solo practice has been instrumental in her ability to build a strong foundation in various legal disciplines, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in multiple areas of law.
ELGIN, IL, June 26, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Emi Morales has been recognized for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Morales has established herself as a distinguished figure in the legal profession, particularly in real estate, bankruptcy, and civil law. Since 2019, she has served as a partner at Cohen, Donohue & Morales in Elgin and Palatine, Illinois, where she is responsible for overseeing all real estate cases. Ms. Morales’s expertise and leadership have significantly contributed to the firm’s success and reputation in handling complex legal matters efficiently and effectively.
Before establishing herself at her firm, Ms. Morales had founded the Law Offices of Emi Morales in Elgin in 2008, a general practice law firm with a concentration in bankruptcy, real estate, and traffic and civic cases. Her solo practice has been instrumental in her ability to build a strong foundation in various legal disciplines, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in multiple areas of law. Before embarking on her journey as an attorney, Ms. Morales gained valuable experience as a legislative aide to State Representatives Doug Hoeft and Ruth Munson, which provided her with a unique perspective on the legislative process and its impact on the legal system.
In preparation for her career in law, Ms. Morales earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science with a minor in Spanish from DePaul University in 2003 and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Northern Illinois University in 2005. She was also admitted to practice by the Illinois Bar Association.
Ms. Morales’s commitment to excellence in her field is reflected in her active involvement with several industry-related organizations. She is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Kane County Bar Association, and the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association. These memberships have enabled Ms. Morales to stay abreast of developments in her field and contribute to advancing legal practices.
In addition to her professional endeavors, Ms. Morales is deeply involved in civic activities that reflect her commitment to community service. Since 2023, she has served as the board of director president for Centro de Información, a nonprofit social services agency based in Elgin. She has also been the board chair of the Elgin Housing Authority since 2008 and in 2024 was appointed to the Fox River Water Reclamation District Board of Trustees Previous affiliations include the YWCA, PADS of Elgin, and St. Thomas More PTO.
Ms. Morales’s contributions have been recognized with an award from Wintrust Bank. She attributes her achievements to the opportunities provided to her while coming of age and her commitment to giving back to her community. Eager for the future of her career, Ms. Morales is exploring strategic growth initiatives for her firm, including expanding its real estate department and leveraging its bilingual capabilities to better serve the local community.
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