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Our clients can fully expect and receive excellent communication, education, strategy, advocacy and outcome. Additionally, our clients know to expect candor and fairness regarding the fees and costs for the representation.. Our firm brings the wisdom and knowledge obtained from years of interaction with opposing counsel, family court judges and settings ranging from complex property division matters to more simple divorce proceedings.. Contact us online or call today to schedule your free initial consultation.

I am currently an associate at  Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer as a member of the family team. Prior to entering private practice I served as a law clerk to the Honorable Teresa Kondrup Coyle, at the Monmouth County Superior Court, Family Division. I am certified in Mediation and Conciliation Skills and am trained in Collaborative Law. I am also a member of the Monmouth Ocean Inns of Court, Family Division, Monmouth County Young Lawyers and the New Jersey and Monmouth County Bar Associations. I serve on the Family Law Executive Committee for the State Bar, sit on the Executive Family Law Committe in Monmouth County and am a member of the Middlesex County's Assignment Judge's Committee. I am the current co-chair of the family section of the Haydn Proctor Inns of Court. I am admitted to practice in New Jersey and Maryland.. I was born and  raised in Monmouth County. I'm a graduate of The George Washington University, and of the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. Throughout her time in law school, she was very active in The Columbus Community Legal Services, Family Law Clinic, providing pro bono services to women of domestic violence in custody and divorce cases and successfully represented a client in a contested custody case. I was a participant in Catholic’s National Trial Team, where I traveled around the country participating in mock trial competitions. This gave me the opportunity to prepare opening and closing statements, direct and cross examinations, and become intimately familiar with court procedure. I was awarded Best Overall Advocate in May of 2010 at the Capital City Challenge in Washington, D.C.

Awarded Top 10 Family Law Attorney under 40 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA). Awarded Top 10 Best under 40 Client Satisfaction Award by American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (AIOFLA). Best Attorneys of America Advisory Board

Rebecca J. Jaffe, Esq. is admitted to the New Jersey Bar and the United States District Court, District of New Jersey. Prior to entering private practice, Ms. Jaffe was a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Daniel H. Brown, J.S.C., a Family Part judge in Middlesex County Superior Court. During her clerkship, Rebecca worked primarily on matrimonial matters, as well as on non-dissolution matters.. Ms. Jaffe received her Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers School of Law – Newark. She enrolled in law school intent on becoming a matrimonial law attorney. While in law school, she worked as a student attorney for the Child Advocacy Clinic, representing victims of child abuse and neglect and immigrant children.

Miriam Zakarin is a partner at Treuhaft & Zakarin, LLP. Ms. Zakarin earned her Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School in 2004. Her practice experience primarily focuses on matrimonial and family law. Ms. Zakarin also handles immigration and class action matters. Ms. Zakarin is admitted in both New York and New Jersey federal and state courts.. Education. 2004 – J.D. Brooklyn Law School2001 – B.A. -Legal Studies -John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York. Admitted. New YorkNew JerseyUnited States District Court for the District of New JerseyUnited States District Court Eastern District of New YorkUnited States District Court Southern District of New YorkUnited States Court of Federal ClaimsUnited States Court of Appeals Second Circuit

Mr. Leininger graduated Fordham Law School in 1974 with a rank of #1 in the entire Evening Division. He has been practicing law for over 40 years - the last 35 years concentrating on Divorce and Custody Matters.  100% of Mr. leininger's practice is devoted solely to Divorce, Separation, Custody, Family Court, Divorce mediation, Parental Coordination and Collaborative Divorce.  Mr. Leininger has appeared on national TV and radio shows, including the Phil Donohue Show, Sallie Jessie Raphael Show, CBS Morning Show, the Today Show on the NBC network, etc.. Mr. Leininger is a member in good standing of the New York Bar, the New Jersey Bar, and the Florida Bar, and is also admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. He is a member of the Family Law Sections of the New York State Bar Association, the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association. Mr. Leininger is also a certified Divorce Mediator.

With over 30 years of legal practice, Sandra Petras Bruckner is adept in assisting clients with navigating complex financial matters & providing options that maintain assets within families as they transition. In addition to her deft analytical skills, Sandra Petras Bruckner is known for her compassion, always carefully respectfully recognizing each client’s unique interests and concerns.. As a trained family law mediator & collaborative attorney, Sandra Petras Bruckner believes that the mediation & collaborative process options can better help people resolve family related legal disputes. In these roles, she helps clients unravel their legal issues, analyze their situation, and get to a resolution that promotes peace of mind.. Prior to founding Bruckner Hernandez Legal Solutions, LLC alongside Rachel Hernandez, Sandra Petras Bruckner served as Deputy Director of the Children’s Advocacy Center in Kane County for many years, also having prosecuted all types of cases (traffic, misdemeanor, child support, juvenile delinquency, abuse, neglect, & felony cases). Sandra Petras Bruckner has been in private practice since 1999 & in addition to family law, has handled cases involving personal injury, social security disability, real estate, commercial & civil litigation.. Sandra Petras Bruckner is a member of the Kane County Bar Association (KCBA), DeKalb County Bar Association (DCBA), Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA), International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois (CLII), and the Association of Family & Conciliation Courts (AFCC).. Sandra Petras Bruckner graduated from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 1986 with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.), & in 1983 from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance.. Sandra Petras Bruckner currently represents clients in family law matters out of the Bruckner Hernandez Legal Solutions, LLC offices based in St. Charles, Illinois & Sycamore, Illinois.. Practice Areas:•Family Law•Collaborative Practice•Mediation•Uncontested Divorce•Limited Scope Representation. Bar Admissions•Illinois, 1986. Education:•Northern Illinois University, College of Law, J.D. – 1986•University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana), Bachelor of Science (Finance) – 1983. Professional Associations & Memberships•Illinois State Bar Association•International Academy of Collaborative Professionals•Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois•Association of Family & Conciliation Courts•Kane County Bar Association•DeKalb County Bar Association

I am pleased that you stopped by to read my message.  I have been a lawyer practicing in the area of family law (divorce) for about 23 years.  I have represented both men and women in fairly straight forward matters, as well as highly contested cases.  Having practiced in the suburban areas of Chicago has taught me that the majority of clients value:. * Efficienty;. * Experience; and. * Expertise. Money is at a premium, and clients seek rapid resolution of their contested matters. The most effective lawyers anticipate problematic issues and determine the most practical and cost-efficient approaches to resolving thorny matters before they grow out of control.. Clearly, this is a bad time for you.  Whether you are bringing the action (petitioner), or defending a petition brought against you (respondent), you need experience...where it counts.  Let me give you an idea as to what I mean by "experience."  It is vital that you retain a lawyer who has appeared before the various judges in the Domestic Relations Division often, and who have a sense of what the judge wants, and if the particular judge is amenable to your theory of the case.  Also, you cannot underestimate the value of having built up credibility before a particular judge and with colleagues who practice in the area of family law.  Reputational excellence is what I call it.  And believe me, "you gotta' have it!"  There is nothing more valuable than a reputation for knowing the law, and for being reasonable in your requests before the court.  Being given the benefit of a doubt is an earned asset, and smart lawyers guard it jealously.. What makes family law (divorce, support, and custody) matters so difficult are the emotions attending these cases.  The actual rules and laws related to these matters are rather clearly defined.  As a client you need a guide through the turmoil...not a cheerleader.  You are paying for a subject-matter expert in the substance of the law, and the court procedures needed to obtain relief.  I can promise you that I will  give you my best hard-earned judgment and skill to help you through this difficult journey.. Christopher Watts

My client's come to me by word of mouth from other satisfied clients and other lawyers and judges.    I represent many lawyers in their divorce cases.  I have devoted myself to the areas of Divorce Law, Matrimonial Law, Domestic Relations, and Family Law for my entire law career.. I represent men and women just as aggressively.  I am a trained mediator, negotiator, and litigator.  I have an old fashioned practice in that I am available to my clients 24/7.  Everyone gets my cell phone number and they are always welcome to call my office or cell phone, or contact me by text and email.  I am a lawyer who returns all calls promptly.  You can ALWAYS contact me.. I know that client's are especially concerned with the costs of their case so I am extremely sensitive to their concerns and I work hard to keep their legal costs down. I take most cases as FLAT FEE cases where you only pay once.   I have represented large cases worth millions and small cases.  I work just as hard on both.. I make myself available during convenient hours for clients so that they do not have to miss work to come in to see me.  I do not have my client's attend court unless it is absolutely necessary so they do not have to miss work needlessly.. I believe my job is to educate my client's about the law so that they can make their own informed decisions about their case and about their future.. I have the experience, expertise, and reputation in this field to do the best job possible for you and I will not let you down.

I founded Schiffman Family Law, LLC, because from the start of my legal career I always felt a personal calling to assist people during one of life's most significant transitions. I treat each and every case with close personal attention to resolve the issues for every one of my clients.  When not attending to my cases, I believe it is essential that I remain aware of emerging practices by pursuing the latest issues and trends within the practice of family law.. While the name recognition and cache of larger law firms leads some to believe that the level of expertise or success rate would be greater, after a career that included my working at various size firms, I came to the realization that founding my own practice allowed me the greatest freedom and opportunity to provide a higher level of personal service and attention to my clients, eliminating the non-casework distractions of a law firm practice.. I am here to personally answer your questions and address all your issues during this process so you may resolve matters and move forward with your life. It is my priviledge to be of assistance to my clients and I am proud to have worked with well over two thousand people thus far in my career.

Marie Sarantakis is a prominent family law attorney, bestselling author, and nationally recognized divorce coach. She has appeared on the long-running daytime television program “Divorce Court”, Fox News Radio, and in Chicago Magazine.. Marie is licensed to practice law in Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin. She concentrates her legal practice exclusively in family law. In 2024, Marie received distiction from the Greek America Foundation by being recognized with the prestigious 40 Under Forty Awards and was inducted into Wilmot Union High School's Hall of Fame. In 2023, the Illinois State Bar Association named Marie ‘Young Lawyer of the Year’. She was also recognized as one of the Top Forty Young Attorneys in the United States by the American Bar Association (as a 2023 On the Rise Award recipient). Marie has been named a Rising Star by Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers and featured in Chicago Magazine for five (5) consecutive years. She has earned numerous other recognitions in the legal industry, some of which include, being named one of the Top Ten (10) Family Law Attorneys in Illinois by Attorney & Practice Magazine, Ten (10) Best Attorneys in Illinois by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, and a Fellow of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.. Marie has earned the designation of a Certified Financial Litigator (“CFL”) with the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators. She is also trained as a mediator (by the Center for Conflict Resolution), arbitrator (by the DuPage County Bar Association), guardian ad litem/child representative (by Chicago Volunteer Legal Services), and collaborative law practitioner (by the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois).. Marie is very active in the legal community having published over thirty (30) articles in legal publications and taught over seventeen (17) continuing education seminars to Illinois attorneys. In addition to her own Amazon best-selling book, “How to Divorce a Narcissist and Win”, she has also authored a chapter on orders of protection for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education’s “Family Law: Dissolutions of Marriage Court Proceedings” instructional handbook for attorneys. Marie has been appointed to numerous bar leadership committee roles, including but not limited to, Vice Chair of the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Family Law Committee, Chair of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association Ethics Committee, and the Board of Governors of the West Suburban Bar Association.. Prior to starting her own practice, she interned for Justice Thomas Kilbride of the Illinois Supreme Court, the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office, and the Kenosha County Public Defender’s Office. Marie earned her Bachelor of Arts degree (manga cum laude) from Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin and her Juris Doctor degree (cum laude) from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. During law school she received CALI Excellence for the Future Awards receiving the highest grades in her class for white collar crime, constitutional law, and evidence. She was also recognized with the inaugural Anthony J. Fornelli Emerging Leaders Award from the Justinian Society of Lawyers. During her undergraduate studies, Marie was a Wingspread Fellow of the Johnson Foundation, Clausen Scholar, and received a Patterson Leadership Award from Lake Forest College. Marie attended high school at Wilmot Union High School and in 2024 she was inducted into the Wilmot Hall of Fame.. Outside of work, Marie enjoys automobiles, cooking, and traveling with her German Shepard, Athena.

The Coleman Law Firm, Ltd. is committed to serving the needs of clients going through a divorce, adopting a child, enforcing a custody order or related family law matters.  We also serve the needs of those facing criminal proceedings for driving under the influence (DUI) and all other misdemeanor & felony matters.In addition to traditional full service representation, Coleman Law Firm, Ltd. also offers limited-scope representation in various areas of law.  Under this type of representation, the attorney handles some aspects of a legal matter, while you handle others. It is an efficient way to reduce your legal costs, while still benefiting from the expertise of an attorney.

St. Louis family lawyer Evan Buxner is a dedicated advocate for clients facing emotionally stressful legal matters. He applies his more than two decades of professional experience to help families, children, and individuals in and outside of the courtroom and has gained a reputation for having thousands of successful outcomes. This is because he employs creative and strategic solutions to assist clients through complicated issues that others may believe are impossible. He is AV® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® is recognition of his legal skill and knowledge in representing a diverse range of clients, from every day individuals to Fortune 500 companies and even a sitting judge. To benefit from Evan’s experience, call The Buxner Law Firm and schedule a free in-person consultation.

It is my goal to empower clients through life's transitions.  Whether that transition is a divorce, legal separation, personal injury, or the need for estate planning, I represent clients with compassion and knowledge. I have extensive trial and litigation experience which informs how I serve my clients at my private practice. Please call our office to schedule a consultation. There will be a $ consultation fee for all family cases. Remember upon entering our office to please wear your face mask and practice all social distancing guidlines.

I graduated from Western Illinois University on May 16, 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts.  At that time, I was employed as a paralegal in the Central Illinois area.  I joined Anderson Law Offices as a paralegal in November, 2001.   In January, 2005, I decided to pursue law school, and enrolled at John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois.  I continued working full-time as a paralegal at Anderson Law Offices and would commute to Chicago, Illinois where I studied law part-time.  After six years, I obtained my juris doctorate on January 16, 2011.  I was admitted to the bar of the State of Illinois on November 10, 2011.  In September, 2018, I opened Harper Law Office in Pekin, Illinois.  I am a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and Tazewell County Bar Association.