Top Divorce Lawyers Near Me in Springfield Area

When facing a divorce or any other family law matter, life as you know it may be changing faster than you can keep up with. It is normal to have questions and not know where to turn. When these issues arise, having caring and diligent family law representation in your corner can make all the difference throughout your case. Thomas Ewick is a compassionate Senior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm. He can assist you with your family law matters throughout Sangamon County, and nearby, from the firm’s Springfield, Illinois office.. Thomas earned his Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University School of Law in May 2002. While in law school, he served as an Articles Editor for the Indiana Law Review and made the Dean’s List for three semesters. Before earning his law degree, Thomas obtained a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Indiana State University in May 1998. In undergraduate school, he made the Dean’s List for six semesters, was a member of the Golden Key National Honor Society, and was a recipient of the R. Christopher Perry Memorial Pre-Law Award. Thomas is currently licensed to help clients in the state of Illinois.. Before joining the Springfield, Illinois divorce and family law attorneys at Stange Law Firm, Thomas most recently worked for the Office of the Illinois Attorney General as an Assistant Attorney General and then as an Assistant Unit Supervisor. Here he was tasked with supervising the Assistant Attorney Generals in the Civil Trials Unit of the General Law Bureau, representing State agencies and employees in State and Federal courts and proceedings before the Illinois Civil Service Commission, State Police Merit Board, and the Illinois Humans Rights Commission, drafting and filing answers to complaints, pleadings, motions, and memorandums of law, responding to discovery requests, and trying cases before judges and juries. In total, Thomas brings over 20 years of legal experience as an attorney to his role at Stange Law Firm and he looks forward to using this experience to help his clients rebuild their lives.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.

Springfield divorce attorney Samantha M. Hodapp’s interest in domestic litigation piqued after she handled her own divorce.. “Helping people in their time of need became more than a passion, but a necessity,” Ms. Hodapp said. “I wanted to put more into my career and knew that family law as an area where I could get out as much as I put in.”. Ms. Hodapp knows from her time spent in the courtroom as a prosecutor that confidence is absolutely essential when it comes to advocating for her clients’ best interests.. “Confidence in all the details of a family law case is necessary to effectively represent your client,” she said.. Family law cases can be the most difficult time in a person’s life. Ms. Hodapp can’t guarantee the outcome of any particular case, but she can ensure that you have a representative in your corner who will do whatever possible to make sure your perspective is presented fairly.. “I’m here to make sure you have the guidance and support you need in order to succeed,” she said.

My name is Tyler Kenefick, I live and grew up in Western Massachusetts, I graduated from UMass Amherst with a degree in political science and Spanish. I then went on to Western New England School of Law graduating with a JD. My practice focuses on civil litigation, family law, and OUIs. Before school I lived for three years in Argentina teaching English and skiing where I became fluent in Spanish. Yo vivo y crecí en Springfield. Mi trabajo se centra en litigios civiles, derecho de familia, defensa criminal e inmigración. Consulta gratis

My name is Summer Masterson-Goethals and I am a divorce attorney in Springfield, Missouri and I have over 20 years of experience serving the families of Southwest Missouri.. As a former legal aid attorney, I believe every client should have access to quality legal representation at a reasonable price.. When you call me, you won't get re-routed to a paralegal. I take calls and return calls timely. I work with my clients to accomplish their goals efficiently, effectively, and with as little financial strain as possible.. FAMILY LAWAttentive representation on family law issues like child custody, child support, juvenile, parental rights, marriage law, and more.. DIVORCEQuality divorce representation with fair and clear pricing and the 1-on-1 attention you deserve during a difficult time.. DISPUTE RESOLUTIONA certified family and civil mediation practitioner, Summer Masterson-Goethals is an alternative dispute resolution specialist.. CONSUMER PROTECTIONRepresentation of consumers in a variety of areas including fair debt collection, wrongful repossession, auto fraud, and much more.

I started my career working on behalf of the people of Greene County because I like to help people achieve a fair and just result within our legal system. I fought for victims and sought to be fair to those I prosecuted. I will use that sense of justice to fight for your benefit so that you receive the result you deserve. When it is possible, I will encourage a fair settlement that does not unnecessarily drive up your legal costs, but when it isn't, I am prepared to take your case through trial and be a fierce advocate for your rights.

I mediate divorces for ALL Massachusetts courts and counties. Divorce is governed by state law, so no matter where you are in MA, I can mediate your divorce over Zoom and have a first draft of all court document to you within days. You will appreciate my flat-fee, affordable, Western Massachusetts prices. I have been mediating divorces online fulltime since March 2019 when COVID hit.. I have been practicing divorce law and mediation full-time in Massachusetts since 2003. Before moving to Massachusetts, I was Staff Attorney at the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law in Los Angeles, and I served as Director of the Feinstein Institute for Legal Service at the Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, Rhode Island. I have been admitted to the bar in Pennsylvania, California, New York, and Massachusetts. I received my BA from Brown University in 1987 and my law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1991.

I am a dedicated attorney, husband, and father whose desire is to use my law degree to help those in need during difficult family situations. I grew up in Jacksonville, Illinois, and graduated from Creighton University School of Law in 2007. Prior to focusing my practice in family law I worked as an assistant prosecutor and criminal defense attorney. When I'm not working as an advocate for my clients, I spend time with my wife and daughter, play golf, watch sports and movies, and solve puzzle games.. I have 11 years of legal experience and a strong determination to outwit and outwork the other side. If you are in need of an understanding and dedicated attorney to advocate for you, do not hesitate to contact me at Worsham Law Firm to set up your consultation!

Brennan is a Springfield native. He obtained his Juris Doctorate degree in 2014 from Saint Louis University School of Law, where he completed an externship with the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Office of Regional Counsel at Jefferson Barracks. He also completed externships with the VA in the District of Columbia, specifically with the Office of General Counsel and Office of Quality, Safety, and Value. During this time, he also served as Editor for the Saint Louis University Law Journal. He was privileged to serve as intern with the Honorable Magistrate Judge Shirley Padmore Mensah in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri.. After graduating from law school Brennan moved back to Springfield and has been practicing with Shannon Grisham and John Pratt since 2015, primarily in the area of Family Law.. In 2018 he participated in The National Family Law Trial Institute in Houston, and received specialized training in Custody, Business Valuation, Direct and Cross-Examination and actual mock court experience.

Attorney Cherie McKenna is a 1998 cum laude graduate of Suffolk University Law School and a 1995 summa cum laude graduate of the University of New Hampshire.  Licensed in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and the U.S. District Courts of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Attorney McKenna has been practicing for over 16 years with a wide range of experience, including criminal defense, appellate practice, insurance defense litigation and family law, and thoroughly enjoys providing compassionate representation for people during their time of need.. After graduating with honors from Suffolk University Law School and becoming admitted to practice in 1998, Attorney McKenna spent three years in the public service sector by providing criminal defense representation to under-privileged clients in the District Courts of Middlesex County.  Attorney McKenna was also accepted to the Post Conviction Relief Panel of public defenders, wherein she represented criminal defendants at the appellate level.  She has written several criminal appellate briefs, has presented oral argument before the Appeals Court of Massachusetts, and successfully reversed a criminal conviction on the basis of Fourth Amendment search and seizure violations.. Attorney McKenna entered private practice in 2001, where she began practicing civil litigation with a boutique law firm in Boston, focusing on the investigation of fraudulent insurance claims, personal injury liability defense practice, and insurance coverage issues.   In 2011, Attorney McKenna left her law firm to begin the pursuit of her own law practice.  Attorney McKenna has established herself in the areas of family law, criminal defense, and personal injury practice, and is also a trained mediator, and a member of the Hampden County Bar Association Mediation Arbitration Panel of Attorneys.  She is an active Member of the Hampden County Bar Association, a member of the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation, and was recently appointed to the panel of attorneys for the Children’s Law Project of Hampden County.. When Attorney McKenna is not working, she is an avid supporter of the arts.  She frequents local theater, museum and symphony events with her husband, participates in tap and jazz dance classes in Easthampton, and loves to sing and dance, especially with her daughter.  She is proud to be on the Board of Directors for the Community Music School of Springfield, and is actively involved on several sub-committees, from fundraising to strategic planning. She is also a committee member of the West of the River Chamber of Commerce, and a volunteer mentor for West Springfield High School Students.   Above all else, Attorney McKenna enjoys the thrills and challenges of raising a child, and is a devoted, loving mother and wife.

Anthony Phillips is a well-rounded attorney, able to meet the needs for his clients in a wide range of ways. People who have been injured in an accident, including on the job, come to us seeking a fair settlement. Those who have been charged with crimes come through our doors seeking fair treatment from the justice system. Those going through difficult family law legal issues within their family rely on us to fight for a fair outcome. Our clients want fairness. We aim to give it to them.  We Help Make it Right!

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Springfield and surrounding areas.