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Don Pesce
Burr Ridge, IL Divorce Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Don is a passionate and enthusiastic problem solver who loves the intellectual challenges of family law from the initial consultation to the final agreement or judicial ruling. As an experienced divorce and family law attorney, Don handles every type of case from the simple agreement to the most intricate and delicate situations with precision, persistence and care. Don takes pride in his ability to communicate with clients. Don gives clients one-on-one attention every step of the way. He thoroughly explains the legal process from the first action to the last. Don always makes it his goal...
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John Martoccio
Hinsdale, IL Divorce Attorney with 52 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Personal Injury
The John Marshall Law School and Northwestern University School of Law
Licensed to practice law under the Illinois State Bar since 1973, and the DuPage County Bar since 2003, Attorney John F. Martoccio is now a managing partner at Martoccio and Martoccio in DuPage County, Illinois. The law firm focuses on providing high quality legal advice from a team of caring family law and personal injury lawyers who treat their clients with respect. He was recently named in an article in the Illinois Trial Court Divorce Digest. He represented a stay at home mother of two who was married in 2005 in her divorce. She had no assets and spoke...
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Joseph Olszowka
Darien, IL Divorce Attorney
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning and Family
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Robert B. Buchanan
Downers Grove, IL Divorce Lawyer
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Robert "Bobby" Buchanan is a seasoned practitioner that focuses his practice exclusively on helping parents through divorce and custody matters.
He is a 2019 recipient of the "10 Best" award for client satisfaction and a 2023 Illinois SuperLawyer.
His team at The Law Offices of Robert B. Buchanan has consistently achieved results for his clients, including:
- Secured regular parenting time for father who had not seen his two-year old son in over one year.
- Obtained 50-50 parenting time for father who had been marginalized to every other weekend before hiring lawyer and starting court process.
- Successfully re-gained custody for a...
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Marie Sarantakis
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
The John Marshall Law School
Ms. Sarantakis is the Founding Attorney of Sarantakis Law Group, Ltd. in Oak Brook, IL. She concentrates her legal practice in domestic relations. In addition to her work in the courtroom, she is versed in alternative methods of dispute resolution as a mediator, Guardian ad Litem, and Fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois. She was recently recognized by the Illinois State Bar Association as 2023 Young Lawter of the Year, the American Bar Association as one of the 2023 Top 40 Lawyers in the United States with an On the Rise Award, Super Lawyers as a Rising Star,...
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Dominick R Dolci
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Lawyer with 34 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
The John Marshall Law School
Dominick Dolci is a family law and criminal defense attorney in DuPage County, IL. Dominick acts as the Managing Partner at the Law Offices of Dolci & Weiland, with offices in Oakbrook Terrace, IL and Chicago, IL.
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Angel M. Traub
Lombard, IL Divorce Attorney with 23 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Family and Juvenile
John Marshall Law School, Chicago, IL
Angel M. Traub is a civil litigation attorney & principal owner of A. Traub & Assoc.. She graduated in 98 from NIU with her B.A. & was awarded the Outstanding Woman Student Award & Outstanding Communication Major Award in 98. Angel graduated from The John Marshall Law School with a J.D. In 01 where She was selected as a John Marshall Distinguished Scholar & was a member of the Order of John Marshall, Honorary Scholarship Society. She was admitted to practice in the State of Illinois & the Northern District of Illinois in 2001. Angel is trained & certified...
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Kevin P. O'Flaherty
Downers Grove, IL Divorce Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Estate Planning and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
At O’Flaherty Law, we are your community law firm. We are committed to providing personalized, efficient, and quality legal service. We pride ourselves on our “above-and-beyond” approach to client care, affordable fees, and communication. Please call us today at (630)324-6666 to schedule a free in-person or phone consultation. We are located in Downers Grove, Illinois. Our attorneys are happy to meet with you at our office or any other location convenient to you in order to work to accomplish your legal goals. Our team has experience in many areas of law including but not limited to divorce and family...
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Kathryn Whitacre
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Family and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Kathryn Whitacre is a Partner at Whitacre & Stefanczuk LTD where she practices in the areas of Real Estate Law, Business Law, Family Law and Estate Planning. Kathryn received her J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2011 and her B.A. in Business from Bowling Green State University in 2006. Kathryn is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association.
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Stephen R. Botti
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Divorce and Family
The T.C. Williams School of Law
Stephen R. Botti is a principal in the Law Firm of Botti Marinaccio, LTD. He has received an AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale Hubbell, the highest possible rating. He is recognized as one of the leading trial lawyers in the field of family law and child custody in the Chicago metropolitan area. A former Cook County prosecutor, he has practiced family law for over 33 years and has successfully litigated or negotiated settlements in many high profile Illinois family law cases. Mr. Botti has significant expertise with complex estates that involve multi-million dollar holdings and require sophisticated financial expertise in...
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Eric Sucharski
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Eric founded Sucharski Law Firm LLC and has dedicated his legal career exclusively to family law. His approach combines trial litigation experience with a proven track record in negotiating settlements in complex family law cases. He employs a strategic, measured approach, leveraging his deep knowledge of the law and a keen understanding of his clients’ needs and the dynamics of their families. The firm’s practice philosophy focuses on managing the often difficult emotional and financial challenges inherent in this sensitive legal area.
Eric’s educational background includes graduating from the United States Naval Academy, followed by an 11-year tenure as a U.S....
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Denise Erlich
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(630) 538-5331
1 Mid America Plaza, 3rd Floor
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Divorce and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Erlich Law Office, LLC provides legal services for individuals facing personal issues such as family law matters and domestic relations litigation, including divorce, child support, child custody and visitation, paternity, spousal support, co-parenting and post-decree modifications. At Erlich Law Office, LLC, your case will receive the same high level of personal attention from day one through resolution: 1) Your case will not be passed off to an inexperienced associate or paralegal, like most firms do; 2) You will be advised of your legal options so that you can make an informed decision about how to...
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Alexander Sendlak
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(630) 261-9098
17W662 Butterfield Rd
Suite 304
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Northern Illinois University
Alexander Sendlak is a family law / divorce attorney at the Law Offices of Dolci & Weiland, located in Oakbrook Terrace, DuPage County, IL and Chicago, IL. Mr. Sendlak accepts cases regarding: - Divorce - Family Law - Alimony / Divorce Maintenance - Post Decree Issues - Child Custody & Visitation - Child Support - Adoption
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Jason G. Shore
Lombard, IL Divorce Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Immigration
DePaul College of Law
Mr. Shore is acutely aware that when an individual contacts Mevorah & Giglio Law Offices about a legal problem, that for the client it is also a personal problem. In addition to litigating or negotiating settlements in many major cases, he is a skilled listener who is adept at developing & implementing cost-effective and winning strategies. Mr. Shore represents divorce and parentage clients in settlement negotiations, pre-trials, hearings, and trials. He is also appointed by the Court to represent minors in custody proceedings. As an appointed guardian for the children (referred to as a Guardian Ad Litem or GAL),...
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Kari L. Cornelison
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Attorney with 28 years of experience
Divorce
The John Marshall Law School
Kari Cornelison is a highly experienced divorce attorney and court-certified mediator with over 20 years of courtroom expertise. She specializes in collaborative and cooperative divorce law, offering clients compassionate and effective legal solutions. Admitted to the Illinois and Florida bars, Ms. Cornelison holds a Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School and has extensive training in mediation and family law. A co-founder of Illinois Cooperative Divorce Lawyers and a fellow of both the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, she is dedicated to resolving family disputes with minimal conflict. She is also a contributor...
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Margaret M. O'Connell
Lombard, IL Divorce Attorney with 33 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Family
The John Marshall Law School
Margaret M. O'Connell is a Senior Partner at A. Traub & Associates. Margaret practices in all areas of family, criminal, traffic, and expungement law, and is a court-approved Guardian ad litem in DuPage, Kane and Kendall County. Margaret is a graduate of Bradley University 1986 and the John Marshall Law School 1991.
Margaret worked as an Assistant State's Attorney in DuPage County from 1991 to 1996. During her tenure as an Assistant State's Attorney, Margaret prosecuted cases involving domestic violence, child abuse, felonies, and misdemeanors. From 1996 to 2003, Margaret was a Senior Assistant Attorney General. During her tenure as a...
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Jessica M. Wollwage-Rymut
Lombard, IL Divorce Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Jessica Wollwage-Rymut graduated from Northwestern University in 2007 with a degree in Political Science. After working for a year at a commercial real estate firm, Jessica was offered admission to the Chicago-Kent College of Law Honors Scholar Program. As an Honors Scholar, Jessica and her classmates enjoyed many unique opportunities, including working with Illinoislegalaid.org to create online tutorials for victims of domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault.
During law school, Jessica interned at the Chicago-Kent Taxpayer clinic helping taxpayers prepare returns and negotiate with the Internal Revenue Service. She also volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate with CASA of DuPage...
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Vincent Machroli
Hillside, IL Divorce Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
The John Marshall Law School
We have had several thousand satisfied clients from throughout the Chicagoland area who we've provided top-quality legal services for over the past 35 years, since 1988, and our clients have given us a rating of 4.53 stars based on over 55 online reviews (on Avvo.com, Google and Lawyers.com).
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Marlene E Siedlarz
Lomabrd, IL Divorce Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
University of Illinois College of Law
Since 2007, Ms. Siedlarz has been practicing in the area of matrimonial law, representing clients in all aspects of family law, including dissolution of marriage proceedings, custody, child support, orders of protection, division of marital assets, post and prenuptial agreements, grandparents’ visitation rights as well as maintenance and division of retirement accounts. She is a compassionate attorney who takes the time to get to know her clients on a personal basis in order to achieve the best possible outcome in their cases. Attorney Marlene Siedlarz is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, and she also speaks fluent...
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Cameron Goodman
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law
Cameron knows no single approach works for every situation, so in addition to extensive experience as a litigator and trial lawyer, he has training in divorce mediator and in collaborative law. Cameron works with his clients to find the most appropriate approach. He looks for opportunities to utilize the elements of each process if he believes it will move a case toward a favorable resolution.
Cameron’s educational background includes a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law. He also holds a Certificate in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution from Chicago-Kent College of Law and...
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Mr. Walter R. Jackoweic III
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Lawyer with 41 years of experience
(630) 620-4529
1S660 Midwest Road
Suite 200
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Northern Illinois University
Walter R. Jackowiec III has been practicing law for 30 years and founded Walter R. Jackowiec III, P.C. in 1984. He concentrates his practice in divorce, family law, orders of protection and domestic violence matters in the counties of DuPage, Kane, Will, Cook and Kendall Counties. He has extensive litigation experience and has litigated numerous trial and hearings involving complex issues. His experience in trial work ranges from domestic violence trials, order of protection hearings, divorce trials, child support and custody hearings.
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J. Richard Kulerski
Oak Brook Terrace, IL Divorce Lawyer with 61 years of experience
(630) 928-0600
1 S 660 Midwest Road
Suite 320
Oak Brook Terrace, IL 60181
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
DePaul University
J. Richard Kulerski is a partner in the Oak Brook (and downtown Chicago) divorce law firm of Kulerski and Cornelison. Richard has over four decades of trial experience in the divorce courts of Cook and DuPage counties, IL. and is a Harvard trained mediator and settlement negotiator. Richard and his partner, Kari Cornelison, are staunch advocates of the settlement approach to divorce and both are active in divorce mediation, collaborative divorce law and in the rapidly growing cooperative divorce movement.
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Michael V. LoCicero
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Attorney with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Gonzaga University School of Law
Michael V. LoCicero has practiced law in DuPage County for over three decades. Michael's dedication to the community includes volunteering in local education, sports, and government programs. As a seasoned attorney, he believes in personal service at a reasonable price and dedication to cases from start to finish. Michael values open communication with his clients by keeping them fully informed about case matters, providing advice, and ultimately helping clients make the best, fully-informed decisions possible. Michael's problem solving and cost-effective approach allows him to reach client goals as quickly as possible at a reasonable rate.
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Angela M Iaria
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Attorney with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Angela M. Iaria is a licensed attorney specializing in the areas of civil litigation, family law, child custody and support, and estate administration in DuPage, Kane, Will, Cook and surrounding collar counties. Ms. Iaria's practice involves uncontested and contested divorce, post-decree conflicts, including child support, child-related expenses and child custody issues, as well as pre and post-nuptial agreements and estate administration. Additionally, Ms. Iaria has conducted multiple bench and jury trials in state and federal court for cases involving breach of contract disputes, breach of fiduciary duties, premises liability and real estate disputes.
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Laura Baldwin
Oakbrook, IL Divorce Attorney with 13 years of experience
1415 West 22nd St.
Oakbrook, IL 60523
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
DePaul University
I am an experienced, client-focused, compassionate family law attorney. Please contact me today to discuss your legal needs at 630.665.7676. I practice family law in Cook, DuPage and surrounding counties.
I grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and my J.D. from DePaul College of Law. I began my legal career as a defense litigation paralegal at Swanson, Martin, and Bell, LLP prior to law school. I received a Child and Family Law Fellows award from the Schiller DuCanto & Fleck Family...
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James A. Podgorny
Palos Heights, IL Divorce Attorney with 24 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Real Estate
Loyola University Chicago
James A. Podgorny is a sole practicing attorney, which means he will be the only attorney you will deal with at the firm. You will not be shuffled amongst many associates who will not necessarily know the current status of your case, as is commonly found in large law firms. Mr. Podgorny will always know the status of your file, and you can always address your concerns directly with him. Mr. Podgorny will return your telephone calls in a timely manner, leaving you free from the stress and anxiety of worrying if you have an attorney focused on your matter...
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Janet K. Maxwell-Wickett
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Attorney with 27 years of experience
(847) 430-3789
One Lincoln Center
18 West 140 Butterfield Road, 15th Floor
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181-4835
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Education and Family
DePaul University
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Josette C. Allen
Lisle, IL Divorce Attorney with 32 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington
Josette Allen obtained her bachelor’s degree in economics from Northwestern University (Evanston, IL) in 1989 and her Juris Doctorate from Indiana University (Bloomington, IN) in 1992.
Ms. Allen concentrates her law practice in the area of family law. She has extensive experience in the area of family law which includes pretrial discovery, motion practice, contested hearings, and trials. She can handle complex family law litigation involving children and/or finances, whether it is pre or post-Judgment. Prior to joining Momkus LLC, Ms. Allen owned and operated her own law practice.
Ms. Allen’s legal experience is diverse and widespread as it relates to representing...
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Sean Lazzari
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Welcome to the Law Offices of Sean M. Lazzari. Sean has been serving the legal needs of individuals such as yourself since 1982. Being centrally located in Oak Brook, Illinois, the office is easily accessible to the different court locations in Northern Illinois
Sean is a US Army veteran, having served with the First Armored Division in Ansbach, Germany. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Sean graduated with Honors from the University of Illinois. He then taught United States History at Lyons Township High School in La Grange, Illinois before returning to get his Juris Doctor Decree from Southern Illinois...
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Steven J Grace
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Foreclosure Defense
Wayne State University Law School
Chicago Attorney practicing in all of the practice areas listed.
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Kari L. Cornelison
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Attorney with 28 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
The John Marshall Law School
Ms. Cornelison is a certified mediator; collaborative and cooperative divorce lawyer; and divorce trial lawyer with over 13 years of courtroom experience.
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Joseph Michelotti
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
The John Marshall Law School
Working to help clients protect their property and deal with difficult financial situations
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John E Botti
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Family and Personal Injury
The John Marshall Law School
John Botti is honored to help clients through challenging times in their lives. John Botti guides clients through difficult and complex legal matters with honesty, compassion, knowledge, and dedication to their cause.
As a felony prosecutor, John worked closely with victims of crimes and fought to protect their rights and obtain justice in the courtroom. He uses this perspective to create exceptional attorney-client relationships. This serves him extremely well when he represents divorce clients as well as those people seriously injured as a result of someone else’s misconduct.
John has tried hundreds of cases before judges and juries and...
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Roland P Ernst
Orland Park, IL Divorce Attorney with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
DePaul College of Law
Roland P. Ernst is a highly regarded trial attorney and litigator with extensive courtroom experience in both the divorce and marital law field. He has gone to trial in numerous contested divorce cases, child custody cases, divorce modification cases. Roland has also argued cases in the Illinois Appellate Court, Illinois Supreme Court and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. With more than 39+ years of courtroom experience, he knows there is no substitute for hard work and thorough preparation of your divorce case. If you are looking for an experienced, skilled and compassionate attorney who will work...
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Berry Tucker
Oak Lawn, IL Divorce Lawyer with 53 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Domestic Violence and Family
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Established in 1972, Berry K. Tucker & Associates, Ltd. focuses on establishing a strong partnership with each of our clients. From the first consultation to closing the case, our experienced attorneys will work with you to establish the best solution that accommodates your needs.
Our lawyers not only remain knowledgeable of all current laws, but we work with a range of clientele that allows them to benefit from their experience with us. Our clients have also returned to us for other law services as they have established a strong partnership that is built on trust and respect.
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Christian Collin
Berwyn, IL Divorce Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
DePaul College of Law
Aggressive and experienced divorce and family law attorney serving Chicago and suburban Cook County.
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Natalie M. Stec
Woodridge, IL Divorce Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense and Family
New York Law School
Simply put, experience matters. When you are facing a serious legal matter, you want to know that the attorney representing your interests knows what to expect and how to build an effective legal strategy. I am a seasoned lawyer in family law, and have a proven track record in court. Clients come to me because of my ability, knowledge of the law and the level of individualized services I provide for my clients. I am very proud of the fact that most of my business comes from client referrals which is the best compliment and "review" a lawyer can...
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Mary Elizabeth Davis
Oak Brook, IL Divorce Lawyer with 30 years of experience
For more than 20 years, I have provided strong representation to people in DuPage County, Cook County and the surrounding parts of Illinois. My practice is focused solely on family law, and my experience and depth of knowledge allows me to handle the most challenging cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, property division and other issues. Mary is among a very elite group of attorneys who have received the Martindale-Hubbell "Client Distinction Award", both in 2015 and 2016. Less than 1% of the nation's 900,000 plus attorneys earn this honor. While I understand that you do not necessarily...
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Fred A. Joshua
Hickory Hills, IL Divorce Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Business
An Illinois licensed attorney since 2003, fighting for my individual client as well as their families and businesses.
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Debra J. Braselton
Oakbrook Terrace, IL Divorce Attorney with 30 years of experience
(630) 261-1222
One Oakbrook Terrace
Suite 418
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Divorce and Family
Loyola University of Chicago School of Law
Debra J. Braselton is an experienced family law attorney with a unique background and a career built around families. Debra's first career was as a certified nurse midwife at a large teaching hospital in Chicago. During her career as a nurse midwife, Debra gained a wealth of knowledge and experience with families, particularly with families in crisis. Debra's clients benefit from her experience and enjoy her unique sensitivity to the personal nature of their family law matters.
Debra handles cases involving divorce, custody, visitation, domestic violence, guardianship, and adoption in Cook, Dupage, Kane, and surrounding counties. She is adept at counseling...