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When we represent clients who have suffered serious personal injury or whose family members have suffered a wrongful death due to the negligent or intentional actions of another, our goal is to obtain justice and the resources our clients need to rebuild their lives.. When we represent clients facing criminal charges such as DUI or drug charges, our goals are to protect clients' rights, freedoms, and driving privileges.. When we represent clients in family law and divorce matters, our goal is to help clients and their families adjust to the new reality of their lives while protecting their rights and interests.. In every client matter, we are dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcome for our clients.. Our attorneys have extensive trial experience and a remarkable track record of success. We are committed to providing clients with legal solutions that protect our clients' rights.  The principal of our firm, Frank R. DiFranco, served as a States Attorney for Cook County. As a criminal defense lawyer, he now uses his skills and experience to preserve the freedom of clients and protect their rights.. Because DiFranco & Associates is a small firm we can react quickly and efficiently to client needs and problems. Our staff of three attorneys, four attorneys of counsel have extensive experience in their practice areas. We have Polish and Spanish speaking legal professionals on staff.. Clients who visit our office will find an enthusiastic team of legal professionals who are committed to helping clients resolve serious legal problems in a positive way.

When I got my license to practice law, my Dad advised me: "The people you serve are not your clients. They are your personal friends. Treat them as your friends - honestly, ethically, and to the best of your ability." My Dad practiced dentistry from 1938 - 1994 - 56 years! Many of his patients - excuse me, "friends" - stayed with him all those years.. I have been practicing law since 1978  - in the areas of real estate, estate planning, entertainment/publishing and corporate/business. I have never forgotten my Dad's advice. I try to treat the people I serve, not as clients, but as personal friends. I don't believe in practicing assembly line law. Each "friend" has individual goals, hopes, financial and legal needs. I try to take all of those into consideration.. Whether you are selling or buying real estate, putting your estate plans in order, engaging in some facet of the entertainment or publishing industries, or creating or running a business, I'd like the opportunity to serve your legal needs. I'm not perfect. But I will treat you as my "friend," and I will do my utmost to help you to the best of my ability.

Tom has over a decade of experience representing businesses, financial institutions, and private equity groups in complex litigation, contract disputes, loan workouts, commercial foreclosures, equipment repossessions and bankruptcy. Additionally, Tom advises clients on the purchase and sale of real estate and asset-based loan arrangements, deed-in-lieu agreements, deed-in-escrow arrangements, consent foreclosures and forbearance agreements. Tom also works closely with real estate developers, owners, landlords, management companies and tenants on a wide variety of real estate matters, including lease disputes, commercial tenant evictions and resolving title matters. Tom has tried numerous cases to verdict in state and federal court, and regularly handles contested bankruptcy hearings.

The sale or purchase of a home can be a trying and stressful time.  Let my experience take the stress out of this transaction for you.  I have been representing clients in residential real estate closings for 24 years.  I am available by phone and for for appointments in the evenings and on weekends for your convenience.  I am willing to meet clients outside of my office in convenient locations to accommodate schedules and/or elderly or disabled clients.  My attorneys fees are very competitive.  Call me with your questions and I will get you on your way to your sale or purchase.

The Law Offices of Scott M. Annes opened in April of 1992. Since its beginnings the firm has handled a great many cases in a diverse number of practice areas. The firm's concentration has predominantly focused on assisting small businesses and individuals with various aspects of contract law. Specifically, the firm has helped clients with all manners of transactions including the purchase and sale of commercial and residential real estate as well as contract formation, negotiation, litigation and a whole host of related services. Scott has taken extraordinary pride in helping new business ventures get started and in helping current businesses to prosper.

Speak with a lawyer who will listen and wants to understand your unique case, your needs, and will develop a personalized plan to help you achieve justice. You deserve to put your life back together after your injury.. Jim has dedicated his career to working for injured people because the justice system requires a guide. Speak with Jim about him being your guide.

Since 1985, Riccardo A. Di Monte has been one of our most active trial lawyers, concentrating mostly in commercial law matters, contract disputes, construction law, mechanic's liens, mortgage foreclosures, bankruptcy, and corporate and partnership dissolutions. He has tried multi-million dollar lender liability and lottery prize cases to verdict, handled numerous state and federal court appeals and regularly practices before the American Arbitration Association. Riccardo has lectured at continuing legal education seminars on commercial law and bankruptcy topics. He graduated from Southern Illinois University and DePaul University College of Law (1985).

Scott A. Berndtson Scott graduated from the Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law (IIT Chicago-Kent) in 1987 receiving the Bar and Gavel Award for outstanding service to the college, community and the profession of law. His legal career began in the storied civil litigation department of Baker & McKenzie’s Chicago office assisting in the defense of physicians, hospitals and pharmaceutical companies.. After three years at Baker & McKenzie Scott joined Keck, Mahin & Cate defending the errors and omissions policy of Continental Bank officers after the historic collapse of US oil and gas futures market in the 1980’s. This collapse required the US government to bail out the bank despite a billion dollar excess coverage policy of insurance. Scott managed a staff of 30 and helped to develop a defense which ultimately proved successful in the case. The case was later made into a book entitled "Belly Up.". His legal career has included serving as a Lecturing Professor of Law at IIT Chicago-Kent where he taught Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Arbitration, serving as Interim Academic Dean of the Aerospace Institute of Chicago and as an Adjunct Professor of Business Law at the University of Wisconsin. Over 30 years of practice Scott has handled diverse matters in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin and multiple federal jurisdictions.. Scott has been lead counsel on successful cases in multiple state and federal jurisdictions and as lead attorney on matters in over a dozen Counties in Illinois. Never turning away from difficult cases, Scott relied on his philosophy of science undergraduate education from the University of Illinois at Chicago when he brought the first case in Illinois sounding in thermo-acoustic electric wave blast brain injury. Later he successfully employed the same theory on a matter in a Wisconsin case utilizing the same neuropsychological expert from Northwestern University and physicians from the University of Chicago to make his case on the reliability of the cutting edge science of electron microscopy that proved his theory of injury.. After practicing in Chicago for a number of years Scott moved to rural Galena, Illinois where he raised his family of four children. He became a named partner with a prominent local lawfirm before creating his own law firm in 1997. Scott moved back to Chicago in 2002. Over his career he has developed skills in a wide area of practices including, injury law (defense and plaintiff), probate law, trusts and estates, land use, employment law, family law, insurance law and commercial litigation. In 2009 he joined forces with Michael J. Morrisroe of Morrisroe & Associates, Ltd, a prominent transactional and commercial litigation boutique law firm in DuPage County, concentrating in commercial litigation in both state and federal courts; including copyright, trademark, trade secrets, unfair trade practices, and patents matters, as well as, injury, probate and family law. Recent successes included achieving the dismissal of all 10 counts in a complex litigation action brought against a brilliant inventor in a heated lawsuit entailing over 2 million documents in discovery. In another recent federal matter, Scott teamed with Mike Morrisroe and firm attorney, John Madden, to successfully try and win another complex federal jury trial.  Scott's  successes have achieved an enviable following of loyal clients.  Scott is an acknowledged community volunteer winning service awards for helping to create a multi-state system of shelters and counseling service for battered and abused women and children and was recently acknowledged as a Pro Bono Attorney of the Year by the DuPage County Bar Association. Scott served as the Five County 15th Judicial District Assembly Member (Legislative Branch) of the Illinois State Bar Association and has served as the Chairman of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Law Office Management Section Council. He is a former Director of the American Bar Association’s Legal Technology Advisory Council. Scott was born in Chicago, grew up in Barrington, Illinois and now lives in Park Ridge, Illinois with his wife, Samim Munshi, also a distinguished attorney and former DuPage County Assistant State's Attorney Civil Bureau Attorney of the Year.

Peter Wachowski is a well-rounded lawyer who takes great pride in his work and has a passion for helping people in need. He is constantly looking for ways to improve, and won’t stand for complacency. Peter is well educated and versed in his field, and as a result, he is able to help a wide array of clients with varying needs. He is very hard working, and is always going the extra mile to get the absolute best result for the client, even if that means investing more time and money into a case. He works to have satisfied clients, and a better community as a result. Peter is a tremendous lawyer whose accomplishments speak for themselves. He has received many awards in his field, as well as settled many large multi-million dollar cases.  Peter is the great lawyer you need to get you the justice you deserve.. More Information on Peter Wachowski. Peter Wachowski, a principal in the Park Ridge Law firm Bellas & Wachowski, distinguishes himself as one of Chicago’s most powerful lawyers in his ability to influence in his professional community and express generous sensitivity to clients’ needs. Recognized by the Chicago Daily Bulletin in 2000 as “one of 40 Lawyers under 40 to watch,” Peter has established himself as a superb litigator and a zealous advocate of his clients who concentrates in the areas of Personal Injury, Worker’s Compensation and Civil Litigation. Dedicated to his legal vocation, he successfully counsels and eagerly fights for survivors and families affected by serious personal injuries arising from motor vehicle collisions, products liability, medical malpractice, premises liability, and construction accidents.. Peter takes pride in helping a wide array of clients and believes that being an excellent lawyer means more than winning a big verdict. Despite his impressive and proven track record of securing major settlements and verdicts for his clients, Peter’s main hope is that his versatile, top-notch legal expertise and impeccable professional integrity contribute to the prestige of the legal profession and make his community a better place to live.. Peter graduated from Loyola University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1987. He received his Juris Doctor degree from John Marshall Law School in 1990. Admitted to the bar the same year, he has been engaged in trial practice ever since. Peter’s tenacity and solid legal skills quickly brought him an amazing success rate in the courtroom, making him one of the most sought-after plaintiff’s attorneys in the area. Peter has handled numerous cases, including many jury trials, where he obtained six-figure verdicts and settlements. For example, in 2006-2007 he was involved in the litigation and $990,000 settlement of a case involving the shooting and killing of a young African-American man by a police officer in Lake Station, Indiana, which occurred when the man, who was walking down the middle of the street, did not get out of the street when told to by the officer; in 2005, he was involved in the litigation and settlement of a $2.9 million medical malpractice case wherein a doctor decided to shut-off heart monitors during surgery because they were annoying and caused the death of a Polish man; and in 2004 , he settled a construction accident involving a Polish man for $950,000 wherein the worker fell from a ladder and suffered permanent injuries. Additionally, he has successfully appealed numerous cases to the Appellate Courts of Illinois. Peter also won a case before the Supreme Court of Illinois, raising challenging legal issues and furthering the profession’s commitment to the rule of law and concept of justice. His outstanding analytical and interpersonal skills as well as his affable nature and personal rectitude make him a formidable courtroom opponent and a highly respected colleague.. However, Peter is more than a top-notch litigator. Despite his busy schedule, Peter always reaches outside the profession to help through community service, furthering the ideals of justice and the law outside the courtroom. In 2000, he received a lifetime membership in The National Registry of Who’s Who, a highly recognized biographical publication for professionals, which accepts only those who have made a measurable contribution to their profession and community. From 2001-2006, Peter has served as a member of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Standing Committee for Judicial Evaluations for Cook County, helping to evaluate judicial candidates and provide input to the public and judiciary. Peter is also an active member of the Illinois and Chicago Bar Associations, proving his commitment to serving clients in the Chicago area. In addition, in the past few years Peter made Bar News, a highly respected publication of the Illinois State Bar Association, which reported several times on his service as the President of the Advocates Society, an Illinois organization of Polish-American Attorneys that has existed since1931.. In addition to his excellent credentials, outstanding litigation skills, and genuine commitment to his community, Peter owes his success to his exceptionally caring and professional approach to his clients. Devoted to treating clients’ needs as his number-one priority, he approaches every case with the utmost seriousness and diligence. Peter, whose last name originates from the German “wach” (to “be awake”), likes to think of himself as a watchman who always guards and protects his clients’ rights.. Peter has developed numerous unique processes of handling cases that ensure that each client is always well informed and represented by a truly outstanding attorney. Throughout the entire process Peter always keeps his word, promptly returns clients’ phone-calls, meets all deadlines, works in a systematic and efficient manner, and screens prospective clients to ensure that each case receives his full attention. He does not tolerate being irresponsive to clients’ needs or wasting their time by “reinventing the wheel” every time. Peter requires that clients live by the same rules he demands of himself and his office staff. Peter believes that there is nothing worse than a disrespectful and arrogant attorney or staff member.. Despite his tremendous professional success, Peter never loses his desire to constantly grow in his vocation. His creative vision and professional vitality ensure that he will never stagnate, approaching his cases with perfunctory routine. Instead, he uses his exceptional skills and experiences to advocate for vulnerable victims, approaching each case with fresh energy and an unwavering commitment to improve his clients’ situation. No matter how much he has already accomplished, Peter always thinks for the future. Traveling the world, becoming a political leader in his community, and systematizing his office to serve his clients even more effectively are all important goals in his life and given Peter’s assiduousness and persistence, it is likely he will reach all of those and more. One thing is certain: Peter constantly works hard on remaining a first-rate advocate.. Peter is fluent in Polish and fully committed to helping Poles and his fellow Polish-Americans. In his practice, he often fights for blue-collar workers and people who often do not speak English and are non-citizens. He has served as the President of the Advocates Society, an organization that has existed since 1931, and marches in the Polish Constitution Day parade in Chicago, showing his solidarity with the Polish Nation. Peter also participated in many law fairs, voluntarily answering questions about important legal matters concerning the Polish community. In the future Peter hopes to establish a political organization that would support the rights and needs of Poles in Chicago.. It is also Peter’s dream to start an educational Fund. The way that the Fund would work is as follows: A certain amount of money would be donated to begin the Fund. The Fund would be used to educate children of Polish Ancestry. 90% of the profit generated from the investment would be awarded as scholarship. 10% would remain with the original donated amount. The amount remaining would consequently grow each year. Someday Peter envisions that every single Polish person in the world could be educated from the Fund. This is quite a dream. However, Peter believes that if we stop dreaming we stop growing. If we stop growing, we die.

Maxine Weiss Kunz is a Founding Member and Partner of Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC and has been practicing 100% family law since 2005, including traditional litigation, adoptions, and collaborative law. She is certified for appointment as a Child Representative or Guardian ad Litem in Cook County. She is also certified to practice collaborative law in Illinois. Maxine is on the board of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and a certified mediator through the Center for Conflict Resolution and the Cook County courts.. Maxine received her undergraduate degrees from Indiana University-Bloomington, where she double-majored in Psychology and Telecommunications. She earned her J.D. from the Chicago-Kent College of Law where she received a certificate in its Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution program, and was a member of Kent's prestigious Mock Trial Advocacy Team.. Maxine Weiss Kunz has published numerous articles, lectured on various family law issues, and is a member of the following professional organizations: Illinois State Bar Association, Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, Chicago Bar Association, and DuPage County Bar Association. She is substantially involved in the ISBA, including sitting on committees and frequent volunteer work. In March 2018, she was featured in a spotlight article in The Catalyst, the newsletter of the ISBA’s Standing Committee on Women and the Law. The newsletter highlights the passion and dedication that Maxine brings to her work in family law, as well as her achievements and the recognition she has received, including her selection as a 2020 Super Lawyer and as one of 40 Under 40 Attorneys to Watch by the American Society of Legal Advocates.. Maxine is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), and she sits on the organization's Board of Directors. AFCC is the premier interdisciplinary and international association of professionals dedicated to the resolution of family conflict. AFCC members include many of the leading practitioners, researchers, educators, and policymakers in the family court arena.. Maxine, her husband, three children, and their pets live west of the city. In her "free time," she enjoys swimming and yoga, and is involved in a monthly book club.

Lynn has an extensive, diversified background to include business leadership and management, law and the military. An experienced trial attorney and law firm executive, he has held leadership positions in several companies, to include: General Counsel-Mail Boxes, Etc., Chief Operating Officer-Colt’s Manufacturing (Colt Firearms), Chief Operating Officer-Submarina, Inc., Chief Executive Officer-Everest, LLC, Chief Operating Officer-2Toots Train Whistle Grill® and President-Recon6 Consultants.. Lynn is a dedicated advocate on veterans' issues to include: VA educational - healthcare benefits, PTSD, veteran employment, small business and veterans' advocacy initiatives. A past Director of Military and Veteran Services (University of Central Missouri), he was responsible for the ongoing support of all active-duty military and military veteran students. Foundational priorities were: education, mental wellness and job placement. *Under his leadership, UCM was recognized by the Missouri National Guard and the Missouri Veterans Commission as a leading veteran-supportive university.. Voluntarily enlisting in the USMC, Lynn went on to serve as an infantry officer and later as a JAG officer. A  decorated combat veteran, he served as a team leader with 1st Force Reconnaissance Company (Special Operations) in South Vietnam. His combat experience is profiled in two books: First Force Recon Company - Sunrise at Midnight by Dr. Bill Peters and Inside Force Recon - Recon Marines in Vietnam by Michael Lee Lanning and Ray William Stubbe. His post-Marine Corps civilian accomplishments are profiled in the book, Above & Beyond: Former Marines Conquer the Civilian World by Rudy Socha and Carolyn Darrow.. Lynn is an author, career/life coach, motivational speaker and past board member of for-profit/non-profit entities.. Specialties: Business Management (Operations, Administration, Sales, Legal Compliance); Military Veteran Issues/Advocacy; Motivational Speaker (Character and Leadership)

John N. Skoubis is a Partner at Skoubis Alikakos LLC, and concentrates his practice primarily in two complementary areas of law: (i) real estate sales/acquisitions, financing, development and leasing; and (ii) business organization, development, manage­ment, ac­qui­si­tions and sales.. John’s background in finance, coupled with his intimate involvement as a co-founder of businesses in the banking, real estate development, technology and restaurant industries gives him the unique insight and experience to advise and provide practical solutions to entrepreneurs in a wide array of trans­actions and business settings. John strives to help corporate leaders think creatively to address the challenges that confront their businesses in their daily operations and strategic transactions. In every transaction, John offers practical, responsive guidance that allows his clients to understand and manage risk while achieving their business goals.. For more than 35 years, John has served as an advisor to many privately held companies, entrepreneurs and investors involved in all types of complex transactions. He guides clients through the myriad of issues of purchasing and selling a business, including organization of the appropriate entity, due diligence reviews for sellers and buyers, efficient sales and acquisition structures, and interacting with various banking, finance and accounting professionals.. EDUCATIONThomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D. (1984)University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, B.S. Finance (1981). BAR ADMISSIONSIllinoisU.S. District Court for the Northern District of IllinoisThe Supreme Court of the United States of America. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONSChicago Bar AssociationIllinois State Bar AssociationHellenic Bar AssociationNorthwest Suburban Bar AssociationIllinois Real Estate Lawyers AssociationChicagoland Restaurant Brokers AssociationLicensed Illinois Real Estate Managing Broker

Jennifer is a partner at Larsen, Edlund, and Ernest, PC. A graduate of Loyola University School of Law, she was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1999. Jennifer was admitted as a member of the bar for the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, in 1999; U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit, in 2001; and the United States Supreme Court in 2003. Jennifer is also Certified as a Mediator for Family Law matters.

If you want to get to know me, take a look at what my peers and my former clients say about me.  For example,  Mr. Eugene Lee on Linkedin said:. “My recommendation for Ken Alpert can be summed up in one simple word…EASY. He’s easy to talk too, makes your case easy to understand and turns the most uncomfortable and confusing ordeals into easy to deal with situations. If you’re looking for a lawyer who uses an abundance of legal terminology, impossible for anyone without a law degree to understand and that generally makes you confused and unsure of your situation, you’ll be able to find plenty of those in any internet search. For a straight forward, goal ordinated, results driven lawyer, call Ken.”. February 23, 2012. Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity. Eugene Lee hired Kenneth as a Attorney in 2011. Similar to Mr. Lee, I can protect your rights, provide you with an informed legal defense and try to make this hard time in your life easier for you!. I provide legal representation to individuals all over Chicagoland, including:• Criminal cases• Traffic and DUI• Personal Injury• Felonies• MisdemeanorsThe Law Office of Kenneth M. Alpert is always there for you, every step of the way.. Give me a call today for your free consultation and get your life moving in the right direction. Or email me for any specific questions:. 2010 – Present. On a daily basis, I travel the court system of Illinois fighting for my clients. I use my extensive experience, litigation skills and honed negotiation ability to get my clients their best possible outcome! I strive to make sure each of my clients feel that they are my most important client!. January 2000 – March 2010. Overview Of Positions Held:Felony Prosecutor: Criminal Enforcement DivisionBranch 66 Homicide/Sex Division AssistantPreliminary Hearings AssistantGrand Jury Assistant Felony Review AssistantMisdemeanor Prosecutor (Traffic and Misdemeanors)Domestic Violence Assistant Bond AssistantChild Support Division AssistantSynopsis:My litigation experience has been varied and extensive. I ran hundreds of criminal, traffic, bond, domestic violence, felony preliminary hearing and jury court calls and have tried numerous cases.My ten years as a prosecutor gleaned me a vast treasury of experience in: Trying cases; negotiating pleas; arguing motions; obtaining/preparing discovery and witnesses (lay and expert); research; interrogating suspects, taking written statements, criminal charging, developing/maintaining positive relationships with law enforcement agencies.My duties as a prosecutor also included community outreach and training. I have also instructed at the Evanston Citizens’ Police Academy.. Call me today!!!

I work as a commercial litigation insurance defense attorney. I have taken and defended over 150 depositions. I have attended over a 100 court hearings and have drafted and argued dispositive motions. I am passionate about my work and take pride in working hard.. I have a quick grasping capacity and effective interpretation and research skills. I have excellent skills in addressing complex and difficult legal and factual issues. I develop and implement litigation, discovery, settlement, and trial strategies. I prepare legal documents such as briefs, motions, memoranda, and discovery devices. I prepare cases for trial, including preparing trial briefs and motions, witness preparation, and trial binders.. I continually consult with clients on the facts of the litigation, and provided insight on how the facts best match the clients’ legal strategies. I also consulted with litigators providing insight into the legal issues and potential defenses, and best approaches to effectively utilize the discovery process.

I received my  undergraduate degree with honors from Northwestern University and mt  law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law (1973). I have served as Managing Partner of the firm. I am an accomplished litigator with an emphasis in construction law, including mechanic's lien and construction contract litigation. Among my numerous builder and contractor clients are the largest roofing contractor in the Chicago area and the largest design build landscape company in the country. I have  represented the Adler Planetarium in construction arbitration. I also have  expertise and broad experience in zoning and land use development law. I have written for the Illinois Bar Journal on zoning and land use matters and speak for the National Business Institute and Lorman Educational Services on real estate and zoning issues. I am  a past member of the Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals and served as Chairman of the Kildeer Plan Commission. I  served as a trustee for the Village of Kildeer and Chairman of its Building and Zoning Committee. I was theMayor of the Village of Kildeer from 2001 to 2009.

I provide strategic counseling, where litigation and transactions are tools used to achieve my small business client and individual client's objectives. Decisions regarding litigation and debt restructure cannot be made in a vacuum. My legal advice explains how use of legal tools and strategies can advance or impair the company's progress toward its goals. From global strategy to next steps, I provide counsel and perform the immediate tasks at hand. I offer a depth of experience in complex commercial litigation, creditors rights, bankruptcy, and construction litigation. I will also get your corporate transactions (including real estate) closed.. I am currently practicing in the areas of contract law, condominium law, construction litigation, surrogacy law, estate planning and bankruptcy.. I am passionate about representing businesses and individuals as debtors in reorganizations, bankruptcy and debt restructuring.. I also represent creditors protecting their rights when navigating the bankruptcy system. I also have substantial experience in representing lenders in lien disputes and commercial collection, as well as contractors and homeowners in construction and mechanic's lien litigation.  I also represent condominium and homeowners’ associations with litigation, collection, negotiations with vendors and resolving disputes with utilities and municipalities.. Specialties: consumer bankruptcies, construction litigation, debtor/creditor relations and negotiations, collection of debts and judgments owed

I have been an attorney since 1982. I worked for corporations from 1982 to 1995 mostly doing real estate work. I have been in private practice since 1995 and concentrate mostly in real estate but also in several other practice areas.

I began practicing Elder Law over 25 years ago, and in that time, my team and I have had the chance to help people in all walks of life. Our focus has been on creating solutions, planning for the future, and helping our clients weather the storm of a crisis with their financial well-being intact.. Because we have been involved in the drafting of legislation and administrative rules relating to Medicaid for long-term care in the state of Illinois, we have a thorough understanding of the current state of affairs and a keen eye for where the future may take us.. What’s more, we have developed certain care and support system relationshipsto help you and your family deal with the actual care needed by you or a loved one, as well as the emotional and physical aspects of growing older, in addition to the devastating cost of care issues.

I am certified to practice law in state courts in Illinois, and federal court in the Northern District of Illinois and the Eastern District of Michigan.  I work as an attorney for a criminal law solo practitioner in Park Ridge, IL, where I have gained experience in the defense of a wide variety of criminal cases, including a high profile 3-week murder jury trial, a high profile police misconduct bench trial, and a federal fraud conspiracy jury trial.. Before attending law school, I spent approximately three years as an assistant to a family law solo practitioner in San Diego, CA, where I learned many valuable lessons about the day-to-day operations of a law practice.. In law school, I gained extensive experience with the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois; between working in a District Judge's chambers, working as a Law Clerk with the United States Attorney's Office, and doing federal 1983 litigation with the Illinois Attorney General and City of Chicago, I had the opportunity to appear in front of Federal District Judges and Federal Magistrate Judges, write motions, respond to discovery, take a deposition, and observe jury and bench trials.. I plan to use the skills I've gathered to continue a career in the courtroom, working as a trial lawyer in the field of criminal law.

George J. Skuros is a versatile family law and divorce attorney who represents individuals and families from his offices in Park Ridge and Downtown Chicago. Having more than 30 years of legal experience, Attorney Skuros works diligently to help his clients achieve their goals both inside and outside of the courtroom. Understanding that the legal system can be intricate and overwhelming, Attorney Skuros utilizes open communication to ensure that his clients are knowledgeable of all aspects of their case. Recognized as a passionate advocate, Attorney Skuros offers free consultations.

David T. Arena received his Bachelor’s Degree in political science from Loyola University of Chicago in 1993, where he was a member of the Phi Sigma Alpha National Honor Society and recipient of the Presidential Scholarship. David received his law degree from Cleveland Marshall College of Law with honors in 1996. In 1995, David took first place in the Cleveland Marshall College of Law Moot Court Competition, where he received the Dean’s Moot Court Award for Outstanding Advocate and the Hugo Black Award for Outstanding Oralist. David participated in the 1995 ABA National Moot Court Competition, where his team was awarded Best Ohio School and Best Respondent’s Brief. In addition, David was awarded the Cleveland Marshall Law Alumni Scholarship Award consecutively in 1995 and 1996.. In 1998, David joined DiMonte & Lizak and in 2005 he became an equity partner at Di Monte & Lizak.  After 23 years of practice, David left to start his own firm - Arena Law Office, LLC.  David is an accomplished trial lawyer.. David is an accomplished trial lawyer. He handles matters in state and federal court, including trial and appellate work, and represents clients in mediations and arbitrations. David’s practice focuses on commercial law matters, including business disputes, contract and construction law, mechanic’s liens, mortgage foreclosures, debt collection, municipal law and probate litigation..

Candidate for judge the 12th judicial sub circuit of Cook County 2006, rated qualified, recommended, or highly recommended by the judicial screening committees.

Bankruptcy Attorney Daniel Podkowa helps you file Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. He will effectively resolve your case, find the best options for you, explain the benefits of bankruptcy, and provide you with compassionate and dedicated legal guidance throughout the process. Attorney Daniel Podkowa has over 23 years of legal experience, and has represented countless clients, who were subjected to aggressive debt collection tactics and lawsuits. He serves Chicago and its suburbs. Contact his Bankruptcy Law Office today, or visit his website for more info.

Adam J. Poteracki graduated from the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., Management), and the University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D., cum laude).  While at Wisconsin, he received the State Bar of Wisconsin Academic Achievement Award for highest achievement in both Secured Transactions and Trademarks.  Upon graduation from Wisconsin, Adam joined Di Monte & Lizak.  He currently practices in the areas of probate and trust administration and litigation, bankruptcy, estate and trust planning, real estate, and entity formation.  Adam is licensed to practice law in both Illinois and Wisconsin.