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When facing a difficult divorce or family law matter, you may feel lost or betrayed by those you love. Having an attorney that can understand what you are going through, and be there for you when you need them the most, can make all of the difference. Chuk Okereke is an empathetic Junior Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm, PC. He is able to represent clients in McLean County and the surrounding areas from the firm’s Bloomington, Illinois family law office. Chuk attended law school and obtained his Juris Doctorate from the Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia. While in law school, Chuk ranked in the Top 5% of his class and also was the recipient of the Thomas F. Blackwell Scholarship. He also served as the Associate Editor for the Appalachian Law Journal in 2020. Before studying law, Chuk earned his Masters in Public Administration with a focus on Non-profit/Public/Organizational Management from North Carolina Central University. There, Chuk graduated Summa Cum Laude and received the Moss-Wigfall Graduate Award Scholarship. He was also a member and Treasurer of the Phi Alpha Alpha Honors Society. Chuk also has a Bachelor of Arts in Family and Child Studies with a Certification in Child Advocacy from Montclair State University. Before becoming a Junior Associate with the McLean County divorce lawyers at Stange Law Firm, Chuk spent two months as a Law Clerk for the firm. Chuk also has a background as an advocate for youth in areas such as early childhood education, criminal justice, behavioral health, substance abuse, and family dynamics, having worked as a social worker for organizations focused on providing community outreach and housing assistance for youth. He has also garnered experience in leveraging legal services to low-income individuals with health challenges. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Sandra Molinari is an experienced attorney at Allison & Mosby-Scott. Sandra focuses her practice primarily on Family Law and Immigration. Her practice also includes Expungement and Sealing of Civil Matters.. Sandra was originally born and raised in Brazil where she was first licensed to practice law and where she acquired experience in family, consumer, election, and administrative law. In December 2014 Sandra moved to the United States and brought with her the passion, determination, and dedication to start her law career in a new country. Sandra founded her own company where she provided both legal services in family law and immigration and Brazilian civil litigation and negotiations. Acting as “a bridge” in legal matters between Brazil and the U.S./Illinois was also part of the services provided by her. Prior to joining Allison & Mosby-Scott, Sandra spent over 18 months at McLean County States Attorney’s Office in the Child Support Enforcement Unit where she proudly represented the Department of Healthcare and Family Service on behalf of the people of the State of Illinois. Sandra is fluent in English and Portuguese, and proficient in Spanish. Sandra was a member of the IFSEA’s Legislative Committee and is a Volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters in Bloomington.. In her free time Sandra loves spending time with her husband and her two adult daughters. Sandra also enjoys gardening, working out, riding her motorcycle and enjoying time on her paddleboard on the lake

McCarron Law Firm is the go-to firm for personal injury, auto accidents, wrongful death, and workers' compensation cases in Bloomington-Normal and Central Illinois. We've grown from the referrals of happy clients and through the trust of referring lawyers. Those who utilize our services appreciate the care and attention that larger firms simply cannot offer. Clients know that lead attorney, Joe McCarron is personally involved in all of the cases he chooses to take on, and he has been successfully handling personal injury and work comp cases for over 25 years. They seek his wise legal strategy and expertise. It's a pleasure to serve and get results for our clients!

Matt R. Majernik is an attorney at Allison & Mosby-Scott where he heads the firm’s Estate Planning, Elder Law and Cyber Bullying practices.  Matt’s practice areas include estate planning, elder law, family law, business law and anit-cyber bullying. He has significant experience in the areas of divorce/dissolution of marriage, parentage actions, custody, child support, orders of protection, stalking no contact orders, and adoptions. Additionally, his experience includes drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other necessary estate planning documents, as well as handling the probate of an estate. Matt is also a trained mediator and works with clients in mediation, so they can avoid the time and expense of litigation.. A native of Central Illinois, Matt Majernik grew up in Streator, Illinois. After high school, Matt graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing. Mr. Majernik then attended Southern Illinois University where he obtained his Juris Doctor. In law school, Mr. Majernik served as a staff writer and editor for the Journal of Legal Medicine. He was also awarded the prestigious SIU School of Law Alumni Association Scholarship.. Matt began his legal career working as a law clerk for the Honorable Arnold F. Blockman, the presiding judge for the family law division of Champaign County. Mr. Majernik then worked in private practice at a family law firm in Champaign County before joining Allison & Mosby-Scott.. Matt and his wife Elizabeth have two children.

Justi Rae Miller, a SuperLawyer, has a general business litigation practice focus in business and employment law. She represents corporations in business matters advising and litigating antitrust, business tort, tort, contract/breach of contract, FCRA, FDCPA, trademark and patent disputes. She also represents corporations in employment law handling internal investigations, discrimination, termination/severance, contracts, drug testing, noncompete, IP/confidential material, and wage/hour claims. Previously, she worked with 15+ federal agencies regarding EEO issues as an investigator, counselor, mediator and FAD writer for 8 years.. As a former D-I college athlete (University of Illinois) and coach (University of Colorado), she has a niche practice representing NCAA D-I basketball, volleyball & hockey coaches in contract negotiations, NCAA hearings, and termination proceedings.. Miller currently serves as Vice Chair and Board Director for the National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF), an organization for in house counsel approved AV+ preeminent rated law firms that represent Fortune 500 and their equivalent companies and public entities.

I was born and raised in Bloomington and graduated from Illinois State University in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish. In 2007 I received a Master’s of Arts degree in Spanish from Illinois State University. In 2012 I graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Law. My career began as an attorney in McLean County litigating creditor’s rights and criminal defense matters. I have also practiced as an assistant Public Defender in Macon County handling criminal defense cases as well as juvenile abuse and neglect cases.. In my free time I enjoy fishing, playing guitar and spending time with my wife.

Going through a family law matter can be a very stressful time and Elizabeth Strebe is here to be your advocate through the process. Elizabeth is a Junior Associate Attorney in our Bloomington, Illinois Office who will provide you with diligent, compassionate and professional representation.. Elizabeth obtained her Juris Doctor from the John Marshall Law School in Chicago. Before law school Elizabeth graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Illinois State University. In Elizabeth's free time she enjoys spending time with her husband, family and enjoys cooking/reading.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Elizabeth Strebe is responsible for the content. Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri/Illinois nor The Missouri/Illinois Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or specialist designations. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. Past results afford no guarantee of future results and every case is different and must be judged on its own merits. Headquarters office: 120 S. Central Avenue, Suite 450, Clayton, MO 63105.

Attorney and Sole Shareholder. Chad A. Ritchie practices estate planning law in Bloomington, Illinois through his law firm – the Ritchie Law Office, Ltd.. Chad has been practicing law in McLean County since receiving his law license in November, 2002. He is a lifelong McLean County resident, growing up on a farm just outside of Colfax, Illinois. Chad graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1997, cum laude, with a double major in history and political science.. Chad was an IESA state champion in the shot put and discus throw. He earned multiple varsity letters in football, basketball and track in high school. He also earned varsity letters in track while in college. While at IWU, Chad spent a semester abroad at American University in Washington D.C. and was a television production intern for the political commentary show “The McLaughlin Group”.. After graduating from Illinois Wesleyan University, Chad attended Southern Illinois University School of Law where he served on the school’s Law Journal as an Articles Editor. He graduated from SIU Law in 2002 with honors.. Chad began his legal career working for a Bloomington attorney in 2002 as an associate. In 2005, Chad started his own law firm – The Ritchie Law Office, Ltd. Chad and the Ritchie Law Office, Ltd. has received numerous honors and recognition recently.. Chad is married to his wife Kara of 21+ years and they have two children, Addison and Jackson. When not at the office, Chad enjoys being with his family and going to his children’s various school and sporting activities.. Chad is also a former member of the OSF St. Joseph's Foundation Board and served for two years as its President. Chad is currently a member of the OSF St. Joseph's Community Board.. Learn More about Chad here:

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Bloomington and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Bloomington and surrounding areas.

Experienced L attorney serving clients in Bloomington and surrounding areas.