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Attorney William A. Deitch founded The Estate Planning Law Group in 1996. His practice is dedicated to assisting successful individuals, families, and business owners create a secure and prosperous future. He built the practice upon a commitment to provide the highest possible level of service to client families. The focus of Bill’s estate planning practice is based on his own straightforward personal goals — fortifying families, protecting legacies, shielding against the problems brought about by incapacity, and ensuring that the dreams parents have for their children are not lost to taxes, poor planning or procrastination. In particular, Bill enjoys working with business owners who are planning to transition their business to the next generation. He provides comprehensive and customized planning solutions to address the individual needs and concerns of his clients.. Bill has assisted over a thousand clients in creating estate plans that work. Each client receives personal attention and the time necessary to ensure that their individualized plan meets their needs and is well understood. Clients often comment on Bill’s ability to make complex concepts understandable so that they can make the best possible decisions to protect themselves and their families. The Estate Planning Law Group is committed to fostering a team oriented planning model which actively includes our client’s trusted advisors in our unique planning process.. Bill will get to know you as a person and ask about your hopes and dreams so that he can understand what makes you most proud about your life and family. That’s the foundation. From there, he applies a mastery of the law, legal theories, taxes, and court and administrative decisions to create an estate plan that’s not only technically airtight but is animated by the spirit and values that define you—your work ethic, your devotion to family, your generosity.. The plan, and the documents that make it work for you, will be explained in straightforward language you and your family can understand. And, if you become incapacitated, or when you pass away, the caring staff at The Estate Planning Law Group will be there to assist your loved ones in protecting and settling your estate.. Bill received his B.A. from the University of Illinois at Champaign/Urbana and his J.D. from DePaul University, where he was involved in student government, the International Law Society, and the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Bill is an Adjunct Professor at the College of DuPage, where he teaches a highly regarded estate planning course to C.P.A.’s. He is also a frequent speaker on the topic of Estate Planning and Business Succession Planning and is a contributing author of the Estate Planning book titled “Your Life, Your Legacy,” which was published in 2003. Bill has taught thousands of accountants, financial advisors, insurance professionals, and members of the public about the full range of estate planning topics.. He is a member of WealthCounsel, a nationwide organization of attorneys and financial advisors dedicated to providing their clients with the most sophisticated and comprehensive planning solutions available. He also participates in the Illinois Wisconsin Forum of Estate Planning Attorneys.. Bill is a lifelong resident of the Chicago area and has lived in Winfield for the past 20 years.  He is married to Amy and has four children.  Bill keeps busy chasing his kids around and enjoys his workouts and family vacations.

As a tenacious criminal defense attorney, Paulette has represented clients facing a myriad of charges, from violent offenses to highly complex white-collar crimes. Her deep understanding of criminal law and her relentless pursuit of justice form the bedrock of her ability to secure the best outcomes for her clients. Paulette takes great pride in establishing effective lines of communication with her clients, recognizing the personal toll and stress associated with facing criminal charges.. Her unparalleled expertise and experience make her a true force to be reckoned with, having successfully tried numerous jury trials and securing favorable outcomes for her clients. She has fearlessly defended clients facing charges such as murder, conspiracy, fraud, sex crimes, and gun-related charges, among others. She had represented a vast range of individuals, from CEOs charged with fraud to alleged leaders of international drug trafficking organizations.

As a former prosecutor who worked in all ares of the State's Attorneys Office for 13 years, I have a very rounded knowledge of the criminal justice system. I've worked with thousands of police officers over the course of my career, and feel that I know what they look for when they investigate and arrest defendants. The best way to know how to win a criminal case is to know what the State needs to prove in order to win the case. I prosecuted every type of case, from traffic tickets to first degree murder. That is excactly why I am skilled at defending all types of criminal cases.

A graduate of University of Illinois and DePaul University College of Law, Attorney Anthony Abear has been practicing law for over two decades. He began his legal career in the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. A former felony prosecutor, Mr. Abear gained valuable experience in complex litigation and investigative interviewing. He has extensive advanced litigation experience, which includes numerous jury trial prosecutions of major felonies which includes the prosecution of 2 murder cases.. In 2003, Mr. Abear established his own law firm, the Law Office of Anthony Abear P.C., which is dedicated to family law matters. Mr. Abear brings the skill set of a seasoned prosecutor into his family law practice. He offers clients aggressive representation, compassion and care for his clients and children, and he is well capable and ready to argue on his clients’ behalf.. Since its inception, the Law Office of Anthony Abear P.C. has operated primarily on referrals and word of mouth from satisfied clients. Attorney Anthony Abear makes client satisfaction a number one priority. He understands that family law proceedings can be difficult emotionally, financially and logistically for his clients and strives to make the legal process as painless as possible. Whether it’s a divorce, child custody, adoption, paternity or any other type of family law case, Mr. Abear offers strong and compassionate advocacy.. Some family lawyers impose total control over a case once they are hired. Mr. Abear, however, works along with his clients as a team. He stays in regular communication with his clients and discusses all aspects of the case. All decisions are made jointly with informed advice. When you hire Attorney Anthony Abear to handle your family law matter, you can have confidence that your lawyer is working with you and for you.

"The successful outcome of a case must be driven by the client’s priorities. Clients are unique and representing them requires an attorney to be not only competent, intelligent and creative, but it also requires her to listen to the client and understand his or her goals in order to pursue them aggressively." Erika N. Walsh is a partner at Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP whose practice is devoted exclusively to family law. She represents affluent clients and has successfully litigated and settled many cases involving complex and/or unique financial and custody issues. An ardent proponent of marriage equality, in 2011, Erika settled the first civil union dissolution case filed in Sangamon County, Illinois. With her background in psychology, Erika focuses on working with her clients to determine their goals for the dissolution process and beyond. She prioritizes what is important for her clients, educates them on their available options, and guides them through the decision-making process. In order to obtain the best result possible for each client, Erika utilizes all available methods, including settlement, negotiation, and litigation. Erika earned her Bachelor’s degree with high honors from the University of Illinois (Chicago) and her Doctor of Law degree from the University of Chicago Law School, where she participated in the Mandel Clinic representing indigent victims of police abuse. At University of Chicago, she won the prestigious Mandel Award for her exceptional contributions to the clinical education program. She joined Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 2006 following several years of commercial litigation practice, including the representation of major corporations in both federal and state courts and litigation cases involving sophisticated bank fraud, complex breach of contract, ERISA, personal injury, employment issues, and equine law. Erika is passionate about animal law and welfare. She is a competitive dressage rider and an active member of the dog fancy. In 2009, she was appointed to the Illinois Joint Congressional Task Force on Breeders and Pet Stores to give recommendations to the Illinois General Assembly regarding comprehensive legislative changes proposed to the Animal Welfare Act and the Humane Care for Animals Act. She has testified before multiple state legislatures regarding animal legislation. She is the Vice-Chair of the DuPage County Animal Law Committee, a member of the Illinois State Bar Association Animal Law Section, and an officer of two national not-for-profit kennel clubs. Education University of Chicago Law School, J.D. (2002) University of Illinois at Chicago, B.A. (English and psychology) with highest departmental distinction in English and honors (1999) Admissions Illinois (2003) U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2003) Memberships American Sloughi Association (Vice President) DuPage County Animal Law Committee (Vice Chair) DuPage County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Committee, Animal Law Committee) DuPage County Domestic Relations Court Custody Advisory Committee (Chairperson) Golden Key National Honor Society Illinois Joint Congressional Task Force on Breeders and Pet Stores (2009) Illinois State Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section, Animal Law Section) Kane County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Committee) Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago PsiChi National Honor Society United Sloughi Association (Secretary) United States Dressage Federation United States Equestrian Federation University of Illinois at Chicago Honors College (1994-1999) Awards and Honors DuPage Legal Assistance Foundation Pro Bono Service Award (2009) DuPage Bar Legal Aid Pro Bono Award (2006-2007) Edwin F. Mandel Award (2002) Bernard Shaw Scholar Van Keuren Award Winner Listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities (1999) Academic Positions Lecturer at Law, University of Chicago Law School, 2012 – present Speaker Exotic Animal Legislation Affecting Herpetoculture (DuPage County Bar Association Animal Law Committee CLE, 2012). The Federal Animal Welfare Act (DuPage County Bar Association Animal Law Committee CLE, 2012). Proposition 8 and The Illinois Religious Freedom Protection and Civil Unions Act (ACLU of Springfield, 2011). Representing Upscale Victims of Domestic Violence (Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP, 2011). Fee Awards Under Section 508(b) (DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law Committee CLE, 2011).