My husband has been through numerous incompetent attorneys that did nothing during his divorce proceedings in 2012. Here he is still in court (12 years after the fact) due to two separate divorce decrees being left open and each has different wording which leaves everything up to interpretation. Not to mention his ex-came back after him for a monthly pension check once he retired (11 years later) even though she accepted a very large payout (she wanted the cash at the time) now stating her former attorney did not inform her she could have received monthly payments upon his retirement. Yes, all these years later back in court he goes. We were given Bill's name by a friend and she said he is the guy your need!!! Once we came to see him with my husband's 12-inch-thick divorce file (the file is large due to the fact his ex has had him in court every year since the divorce in 2012 with the exception of the year 2017.) As overwhelming as the file looked, Bill took the time to listen, make notes and retrieve all the facts from each rule to show cause thrown at my husband over the years. Needless to say, Bill fought the rule to show cause for my husband's pension, and it was dismissed and "closed with prejudice" so she can't come back at him again. With that said there are other old rules Bill is still working on diligently to close out, but we can't say enough about Bill Keene. We would highly recommend him. His professionalism and knowledge of the law will put you at ease. He is definitely without a doubt the lawyer you want in your corner. read more

I've worked with Bill for several years now. I have also recommended his services to family and friends - he is no-nonsense, serious, and sincere - in short, he is everything you actually WANT when it comes to legal representation. On a personal level, Bill is actually very warm and he has a sharp wit and a great sense of humor - but his job requires that he dig through all sorts of nonsense on a daily basis to find the TRUTH. You can't accurately represent someone if you don't know the truth. I can't go into the details of the family friends that he has helped - but I will say this - they thanked me. Profusely. And let me know how much they appreciated having such a professional on THEIR SIDE. read more

Keene Law Offices - Recent review by a family friend - Divorce & Family Law Near Me - Ottawa, Illinois

Mr. Keene helped me out with 2 stressful civil cases. He was very helpful in explaining everything to me and answering any questions I had. I appreciate people who are blunt and to the point, and Mr. Keene is the ideal lawyer if you're looking for that. I was able to reach him or make an appointment if I had any extra questions. I'd definitely recommend his services to anyone needing legal representation. read more

Bill is an amazing attorney, he has helped myself and my kids out when no one else would. There have been several other instances where he has helped and he will tell you what is the best course and will fight for what you are looking to have done. He will also be real when you are unreasonable with some of your requests. A real asset to your case. read more

Walked in to Bills office after being burned and not represented from another lawyer. Sat down to be completely disrespected, basically yelled at like I was be questioned on a stand, did not listen to a thing I had to say, argued with me when trying to explain and show proof of how badly I was screwed over from previous lawyer, show proof of accusations but you know what his biggest concern was that his secretary had to print my whole file out. That my file was to big!!( make sure your file is less than 20 sheets of paper) God forbid you had to click the left mouse button many times for print. Complete waste of time. I work 14 hour days/ 7 days a week he could of got off his lazy ass, called and said no I can't help, instead of wasting my time losing out on 6 hours of pay to be completely disrespected. Was completely unprofessional!!! For a consultation to turn into such a disrespectful meeting and to be treated like I was is completely uncalled for. To be treated like I was, was not someone or myself should consider to represent them! DO NOT CONSIDER BILL KEENE!!! He wants easy cases!! Be prepared to be belittled!!!! He's lazy, unprofessional, disrespectful and waste of time. Stay away!!! read more

Attorney William Keene has been my family law attorney for many years and has always steered me in the right direction with sound advice. I appreciate his honesty and the occasional reality check through tough times and emotions. Bill will stand up for you and steer you in the right direction. read more