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Todd Daniel Scalzo
St. Charles , IL Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Family
The John Marshall Law School
Todd. D. Scalzo has been practicing law since 2004, handling all matters of family law, such as divorce, paternity, child support, maintenance, relocation, allocation of parental responsibilities, and parenting plans. He has argued before the Illinois Supreme Court and the Illinois Appellate Court. Mr. Scalzo is a court-approved guardian ad litem (GAL) and mediator.
Mr. Scalzo is an active member of the DuPage County Bar Association, the DuPage Justinian Society of (Italian-American) Lawyers, and his hometown of Wheaton.
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Don Pioletti
Eureka, IL Family Law Attorney with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
George Mason University School of Law
Don B. Pioletti, Jr. has practiced law for over 35 years. He graduated from the George Mason University Law School in Virginia in 1976. He then served as an Assistant Illinois Attorney General and later as an Assistant State's Attorney. He now practices at Pioletti & Pioletti in Eureka, IL doing general practice law.
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Brian J. Banahan
Geneva, IL Family Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Northwestern University School of Law
Brian J. Banahan has been practicing law in DuPage, Kane and Cook County Illinois for over 20 years. He began his legal career and learned his way around the courtroom in 1997 as a full time 711 prosecutor with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office. From there, Mr. Banahan moved to serve as chief legal counsel and Deputy Public Administrator for DuPage County for 17 years. In that job, Mr. Banahan managed, administered, litigated, settled, and closed hundreds of decedent’s estates and an extensive number of related legal matters in nearly every area of the law. In the process, he...
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Jerry A Tuffentsamer
Peoria, IL Family Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Southern Illinois University School of Law and Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
native of central Illinois, Attorney, Jerry A. Tuffentsamer, was raised in the local small community of Manito, Illinois. Prior to attending law school, Jerry worked for several years in the central Illinois as union construction laborer out of the Laborers’ International Union, Local 231. As a union laborer, Jerry worked several years for a local commercial concrete and masonry company.
Jerry received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Paralegal Studies/Pre-law from Southern Illinois University in 2008. Jerry then received his Juris Doctor from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2011. While in law school, Jerry was a member of...
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Britni L. Bartik
St. Charles, IL Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Family, Appeals and Divorce
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Ms. Bartik has extensive experience in all aspects of family law, including, divorce, parentage, allocation of parental responsibilities, visitation, complex and high asset marital estates, business valuations, relocation, appeals, and post-decree matters. Ms. Bartik recognizes that family law matters are complex and that every family’s situation is different and unique. Ms. Bartik strives to communicate effectively with her clients and develop strategies and goals to meet the individual needs of her clients.
Ms. Bartik practices in DuPage, Kane, Will, Cook and Kendall Counties and is a member of the DuPage County and Illinois State Bar Associations.
Ms. Bartik earned her J.D. from...
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Bradley Robb Tengler
Rockford, IL Family Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Northern Illinois University College of Law
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Steven N. Peskind
Saint Charles, IL Family Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Family, Appeals and Divorce
DePaul College of Law
Steven N. Peskind has reinvented Illinois Family Law. Mr. Peskind believes that a successful divorce results from the intersection of three competencies: legal skill, positive decision making, and financial analysis. As a result, he has compiled a team of highly trained professionals dedicated to helping our clients achieve that success. The lawyers at Peskind Law Firm are skilled negotiators, legal analysts, problem solvers and courtroom advocates. Mr. Peskind is one of only 100 lawyers in the nation elected as a Diplomate to the American College of Family Trial Lawyers, an honor society reflecting accomplishments in Family...
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Monica Patankar
Aurora, IL Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Family, Estate Planning, Real Estate and Tax
University of Notre Dame
Monica P. Patankar is a partner with the law firm of Patankar Law P.C. Monica takes a compassionate approach to helping clients solve their legal issues. She listens to each story carefully and understands that no two issues are alike. Monica's legal training and experience have prepared her to handle your legal needs.
Monica gained her legal knowledge at University of Notre Dame Law School in Notre Dame, Indiana. Upon graduation, Monica worked for a large law firm, Chapman and Cutler LLP in Chicago, Illinois. At Chapman, Monica worked with large municipalities and other governmental entities to raise capital for large...
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Christopher S. McCall
Peoria, IL Family Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
University of Illinois College of Law
Attorney Christopher S. McCall is a Peoria criminal defense lawyer who has dealt with a wide variety of criminal charges and is equipped and qualified to take on your case and support you at this time. He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he received his undergraduate degree. From there, he went on to earn his Juris Doctorate at the University of Illinois College of Law at Urbana-Champaign. He has dealt with all kinds of cases and accusations, and his experience can of great benefit to you at this time. Prior to opening McCall Law Offices, he worked...
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Michael F Roe
DeKalb, IL Family Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Trinity College, Dublin Ireland and University of San Diego School of Law
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Michael J. Smith
Rockford, IL Family Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Southern Illinois University School of Law
Since entering private practice, Attorney Smith has maintained a general practice with a concentration in family law. He has been a member of the American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association and Winnebago County Bar Association for over forty years each. Attorney Smith is currently a member of the family law section of each of these associations. He is currently on an advisory panel for the American Bar Association. He has been a presenter to other attorneys locally on family law and child related topics.
For over forty years Attorney Michael J. Smith has provided experienced family law representation. Family law...
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David Lee
Aurora, IL Family Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
The John Marshall Law School
I have been a licensed attorney in the State of Illinois since 2003. I began my legal career as a an Assistant State's Attorney in the County of Kendall, State of Illinois. In 2007 I opened my private practice and have successfully represented hundreds of clients in matters ranging from criminal defense to various family law issues, including divorce.
I have a unique perspective in criminal defense from my experience in criminal prosecution. I believe that in order to successfully represent client's in criminal and family law matters one must know what the available options are, have a very thorough...
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Michelle R. Eggert
Peoria, IL Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Michigan Law School and DePaul College of Law
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Robert Canfield
Rockford, IL Family Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Family, Business, Criminal Defense and Divorce
University of Minnesota Law School
Attorney Robert (Bob) Canfield was born and raised in Rockford, IL. He graduated from Guilford High School in 1965. After joining the Army in February of 1968, he went on to Army flight school and graduated 2nd in his flight class. He spent a year in Vietnam flying CH-47 Chinook helicopters for the 101st Airborne Division and then returned to Fort Rucker, Alabama, as an Instrument Flight Instructor.
Following active Duty, he attended the University of Minnesota where he received his BA in psychology in 1976 and his Law degree in 1978. After taking and passing both the...
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Michael Nichols
Bloomington, IL Family Law Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Northern Illinois University College of Law
Michael R. Nichols was born and raised in Galesburg, IL. Michael Received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing from Southern Illinois University. He then received his Juris Doctor from Northern Illinois University College of Law. At NIU Law Michael graduated with honors and was a leader within the Professionalism and Ethics Society, while also working as a graduate assistant.
Michael approaches everyday in a positive manner with the sense of urgency that is required to produce an optimal result for his clients. Michael understands the importance of each individual case and enjoys walking his clients through every step in the...
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Kirsten Becker
DeKalb, IL Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
I am a general practice attorney who serves DeKalb, and Kane Counties.
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Austin Scott Davies
Rockford, IL Family Law Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Real Estate and Traffic Tickets
Northern Illinois University
Midwest Legal Care serves clients all across northern Illinois, including Winnebago, Boone, Stephenson, DeKalb, McHenry, and Kane counties.
At Midwest Legal Care, we believe the first role of attorney is that of counselor. Midwest Legal Care is dedicated to understanding what results you want and will help you understand what actions we can take on your behalf to obtain the best outcome. We will work with you every step of the way to make sure that you understand the choices you are making and feel empowered to make them.
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Cynthia Rote
Pecatonica, IL Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals and Divorce
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Cynthia Rote spent 14 years litigating in Chicago before returning to her hometown and opening her own practice. During her time in Chicago Cynthia honed her litigation, family law, business law, real estate and appellate skills and looks forward to using those skills on behalf of her clients at Integrate Legal.
Cynthia is authorized to practice law in both Illinois and Wisconsin and is a member of the federal trial bar.
Why Integrate Legal? Cynthia believes that the key to legal success requires the integration of experience with effective and efficient legal solutions. This is what Cynthia will bring to...
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Zachary Townsend
Freeport, IL Family Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Northern Illinois University
Zachary Townsend is licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin and focuses his practice in divorce and family law. His firm, Pro Legal Care LLC, has offices in Rockford, IL and Freeport, IL.
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Julia A. Pucci
Geneva, IL Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Saint Louis University School of Law
Julia A. Pucci, managing partner with Pucci Pirtle, focuses her practice in the areas of divorce and custody litigation. Ms. Pucci attended Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Illinois where she received a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in Sociology and Political Science. Ms. Pucci subsequently earned her Juris Doctor from St. Louis University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri. During her law school career, Julia taught legal research and writing as a teaching assistant and was also active in the mediation clinic where she obtained her mediation certification. As a certified mediator, she mediated court-ordered child custody matters and...
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Jeffrey D. Muntz
St. Charles, IL Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Valparaiso University School of Law
When he was in high school, Jeff sensed that he was destined to be an attorney. For example, after receiving his results from an exam in his Spanish class, and then further confronting his teacher about the test, Jeff’s instructor told him, “you should be a lawyer…you want to argue about everything.” Jeff’s parents, when told of the advice that he had received that morning, tended to agree and offered the same advice, in that they had the same type of experiences as Jeff’s Spanish teacher; from “arguing” about what time to go to bed, to what time curfew was,...
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Timothy Weiler
St. Charles, IL Family Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Family and Divorce
The John Marshall Law School
Attorney Timothy Weiler is a Partner with Weiler & Associates, Inc. concentrating his practice in family law. He is a graduate of the American Bar Association Section of Family Law National Institute for Trial Advocacy as well as the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Institute for Family Law Associates. Tim has been a featured speaker at several Kane County Bar events. He also argued, and won, In re Marriage of Tiballi before the Illinois Supreme Court.
Tim received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Iowa in 2002. He received his Juris Doctor in 2012 from the...
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Joshua D. Bedwell
St. Charles, IL Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Family and Divorce
The John Marshall Law School
At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, our attorneys believe that an informed client is better able to make effective decisions. Many of our clients come to us facing the most difficult time in their lives. Our experience has shown us that divorce, custody battles, sexual harassment, employment discrimination and injury cases should be handled to minimize stress and cost. We take the time to fully educate our clients about the legal process and develop a strategy tailored to our clients’ goals and objectives.
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Cynthia Petersen
Stockton, IL Family Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Before I became an attorney, I worked for a retirement plan sponsor, learning the ins and outs of ERISA and investments in retirement plans. As part of my duties, I worked with the legal department to qualify QDROs.
As an attorney, I have drafted and entered hundreds of QDROs, QILDROs and other orders dividing pensions and 401a, 401k, 403b, 457b and TSP accounts for over 23 years. I have been qualified as an expert witness in retirement plan divisions, and I have successfully litigated many retirement plan division issues.
I can draft orders for you to enter or...
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Candice M Thomason
Peoria, IL Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Valparaiso University School of Law
Candice M. Thomason is an Associate Attorney at Murphy & Dunn, P.C. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and is a member of the Peoria County Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. Candice is a graduate of Valparaiso University School of Law, where she graduated with honors in May of 2014. She also earned her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University. Candice works primarily with Managing Partner G. Edward Murphy and with her Paralegal Nathan P. Paquet in all areas of...
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Susan Shivers
Geneva, IL Family Law Attorney with 38 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Workers' Comp
The John Marshall Law School
Kane County lawyer, Susan D. Shivers, has been practicing law for over 27 years. Susan received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Miami University (with a double major in Psychology and English) and her Law degree, with Honors, from The John Marshall Law School. Susan is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
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Mrs. Lucinda D. Bugden
ROCKFORD, IL Family Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Juvenile and Landlord Tenant
Northern Illinois University
I have been practicing law for over 25 years and believe that I am one of the best litigators out there. I listen to my clients and put their requests into legal pleadings. I advocate for my clients zealously. I spend most of my time working and not much time with my family, that includes several very large dogs. I volunteer at a local school when I can as I believe that children need our patience and help to grow up to healthy and happy adults. It is my goal to make the world a better place for everyone. ...
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Lindsay Saylors
Geneva, IL Family Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
330 W State St
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Geneva, IL 60134
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
The John Marshall Law School
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Jacob Harrison Fulk
Bloomington, IL Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
202 North Center Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
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Otto S Hurtado
Geneva, IL Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Northwestern University School of Law
Otto S. Hurtado is an experienced family law attorney. He is certified as a Family Law Mediator and Guardian ad Litem. Mr. Hurtado is a Graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago, and earned his Juris Doctorate from Northern Illinois, College of Law. Mr. Hurtado is actively involved in the Kane County Bar Association, participating in various activities such as, Ask A Lawyer Day, Lawyer in the Library, volunteer Judge for Mock Trial Competitions, and as a participate the Guardian Ad Litem training. Mr. Hurtado understands that no two cases are alike, and believes in tailoring services specifically for...
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G. Tyler Stevenson
Batavia, IL Family Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Family, Business, Collections and Estate Planning
Northern Illinois University
Tyler's practice emphasizes business organization and planning (including business formation and corporate maintenance); municipal law; creditors' rights (including foreclosures and collections); commercial law; real estate (including land use and zoning law); and estate planning.
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Meghan Bolte
Rockford, IL Family Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Family, Estate Planning and Real Estate
The John Marshall Law School
Meghan N. Bolte received her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Accounting and Political Science from Augustana College in 2007. She received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the John Marshall Law School in 2010, where she graduated magna cum laude. She was also a member of the John Marshall Law Review and a John Marshall Distinguished Scholar. She was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2010 and to the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois in 2011. She is currently a member of the Illinois Bar Association and the Winnebago County Bar Association.
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Jordan Reed Byhring
St. Charles, IL Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Family, Insurance Defense, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
Since his first days of law school, Jordan R. Byhring has been dedicated to making a difference in his community by counseling individuals and corporations in need of an experienced litigator in their corner. As an attorney who has practiced in state courts, federal courts, and administrative agencies on matters related to civil litigation, he exhibits honesty, thoughtfulness, and tenacity at every stage of a family law matter. Previously, Jordan has provided legal assistance to not only large corporations to defend their interests in complex tort cases, but also to individuals, including on cases related to food poisoning, automobile accident,...
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Donald Knuckey Jr.
East Peoria, IL Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
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Julie Pirtle
Geneva, IL Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Real Estate
Northern Illinois University
Ms. Pirtle uses her extensive knowledge in helping each and every client find a solution that is tailored to his or her circumstances while also exhibiting strong advocacy in the courtroom. She understands that not every case is a trial case nor can every case be kept out of the courtroom. Whether your needs are getting through a tough situation now or planning to avoid tough situations in the future, Ms. Pirtle can help you achieve your goals.
Practice Areas
• Divorce
• High Asset Divorce
• Maintenance & Alimony
• Child Custody & Child Support
• Prenuptial Agreements
• Family Law
• Residential Real Estate
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Mr. Terry W. Dodds
Bloomington, IL Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
The Dodds Law Office, PC, represents Illinois personal injury, Illinois workers compensation and Illinois auto accident claimants and counsels clients in the areas of criminal and family law.
Terry is a native of the Bloomington-Normal area, having attended grade school and junior high in the Unit 5 School District. His mother and father also have strong ties to the Bloomington-Normal community, both having graduated from Illinois State University. Terry's Brother, Geoff Dodds, is also a licensed attorney in Illinois, currently acting as the City Attorney for the Village of Heyworth, IL.
After graduating from Clinton Community High School in 1992, Terry obtained...
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Mark Douglas Brent
Aurora, IL Family Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
Mark D. Brent is a native of Aurora. He graduated with honors (Phi Beta Kappa) from the University of Illinois in 1988, and the University of Illinois College Of Law in 1991. Mark spent several years doing major tort and insurance litigation with Williams and Montgomery in Chicago. He began his focus on Domestic Relations and Family Law in 1997 in Aurora. Mark is well-versed in all areas of family law, and family law is Mark's primary focus. Mark is an aggressive advocate for family law clients, handling all types of cases, with a focus on high-conflict issues, custody...
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Douglas B Warlick
Geneva, IL Family Law Attorney with 42 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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Alec D. Murphy
Peoria, IL Family Law Lawyer with 2 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Illinois - Chicago John Marshall Law School
Alec D. Murphy is a Partner and Attorney at Murphy and Dunn P.C.
He received his Juris Doctor from UIC John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois, and his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Bradley University. Alec was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois and attended Dunlap High School.
Alec works directly with his paralegal Brooke L. Davis on his family law cases, and works directly together with Managing Partner G. Edward Murphy on all of his larger cases. Together they are a formidable team.
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Dana Franzetti
Geneva, IL Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Hamline University School of Law