Attorney Bio
Mariserg Anonales-Lopez joined Katherine L. Maloney & Associates, LLC as an associate attorney in 2023. She brings a personal understanding of the communities she serves, along with a strong academic foundation in law, psychology, and Latina/Latino Studies, to every case she handles.
Areas of Practice
Ms. Anonales-Lopez's practice covers family law, probate, guardianship, and general litigation. She approaches each matter with attention to both the legal and human dimensions of a case, drawing on prior experience in family law, criminal defense, probate, family-sponsored immigration, and immigration defense to serve clients across a broad range of legal needs.
Academic Background & Honors
Ms. Anonales-Lopez earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and Latina/Latino Studies from the University of Illinois, where she worked two part-time jobs to support herself through college. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law. Her law school tenure was marked by several distinctions:
- Elected Vice President of the Educational Law and Policy Society
- Member, then elected Administrative Editor, of the Journal of Law, Technology, & Policy
- Member of the Latina/Latino Student Association
- Volunteer with the Immigration Project
- Volunteer with the New Orleans Capital Assistance Center, a non-profit providing legal representation to individuals facing the death penalty
- Worked throughout law school as a Law Clerk and as a personal assistant to an individual with disabilities
Professional Experience & Leadership
Before joining Katherine L. Maloney & Associates, LLC, Ms. Anonales-Lopez practiced as an attorney focusing on family law, criminal defense, probate, family-sponsored immigration, and immigration defense. Today, she is an active member of the Illinois legal community, with professional affiliations including:
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Will County Bar Association
- Will County Women's Bar Association
- Latino Bar Association of Will County
Community & Personal Life
Born in California, Ms. Anonales-Lopez grew up in Aurora, Illinois, as a first-generation Mexican American. That background continues to inform her connection to the clients and communities she represents. She is fluent in Spanish.
Our Commitment
Ms. Anonales-Lopez is dedicated to providing compassionate, thorough representation to clients navigating family law, probate, guardianship, and litigation matters. She draws on her varied legal background and personal experience to advocate effectively for every client she serves.
Recent Blog Posts
Understanding the Basics of Wills: What You Need to Know
Ask an Attorney: Does marriage override a Will in Illinois?
Understanding the Trust Administration Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Illinois Power of Attorney Pitfalls: Where Good Intentions Go Wrong
Dodging the Probate Minefield: Proactive Strategies for Family Peace
Recommendations
- "My attorney Mariserg Anonales-Lopez, has been an incredible help to me. My husband passed away recently and I was at a total loss as what to do with his estate. There were many difficult twists and turns and she was there every step of the way with the right answers. She also made me feel confid...
