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After completing her undergraduate degree at Maryville University - St. Louis, law school took Sara Marler to Boston. She attended New England University Law School, where she graduated cum laude and Top 10% of her class. It was Sara's sense of hometown and community that brought her back to Southeast Missouri. A respected attorney once told her "Caring makes this job hard, but caring is what makes you good at what you do," and she's kept those impactful words with her over the last 15 years of her career. Sara is a compassionate advocate, having been the voice of children, victims of abuse, and people that are simply trying to hold on to what's most dear to them. Within that compassion is a skilled, very capable attorney who will be exactly what's needed in the courtroom.. Sara is the Managing Partner of Marler Law Partners. While she has the ability and does work on many of the varying cases through the firm, she lends a majority of her expertise to Family Law cases.. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri/Illinois nor The Missouri/Illinois Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or specialist designations. The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. 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 that every case is different and must be judged on its own merits.

Exclusively focused on family law for over a decade.  Let me apply my experience, knowledge and relationships with the court's of St. Louis County, St. Louis City, Jefferson County and St. Charles County to help get you the results you need!

Professional, vigorous, insightful and effective representation.

Mr. Strauss joined the Law Office of Gary L. Schlesinger in March, 2006, and he became a partner on September 1, 2010, when Schlesinger & Strauss, LLC, was formed.  Michael has handled family law cases in seven counties in the state of Illinois.  Michael also serves as a mediator and is frequently appointed to represent children as well.

I am an experienced litigator who has been practicing law since 2005 concentrating in the areas of family law and civil litigation. Since 2012, I have exclusively practiced in the area of family law. I have handled hundreds of uncontested and contested family law cases, including pre-decree and post-decree divorce cases, child support enforcement, paternity and parenting time matters, custody and removal cases, and orders of protection. I am a zealous advocate who determines my client’s individual needs and makes every effort to resolve cases amicably but remain prepared to try cases. Formulating strategies that further my client’s interests is one of my strong suits.. In addition to family law, my earlier career focused on civil litigation where I was responsible for managing my own caseload, analyzing cases, covering court calls, arguing at hearings, and preparing and trying a variety of bench cases. I also prepared and defended witnesses for direct and cross-examinations, including expert witnesses, drafted jury instructions; and organized and marked trial exhibits. I worked on diverse matters including, but not limited to, personal injury, breach of contract, breach of partnership agreements, breach of fiduciary duty, corporate shareholder disputes, eviction proceedings, and federal-based cases.

REAL PROBLEMS. REAL SOLUTIONS.. Our fundamental success as a law firm has been in building quality relationships with our clients, who are treated with respect for their individual goals and objectives. We listen to their concerns and respond with focused legal advice and assertive representation designed to resolve their problems quickly and efficiently.. Our law firm is dedicated to personal attention, responsiveness, and accessibility. We answer phone calls promptly and are available to meet with our clients and their families at times that are convenient to them, in our offices in Woodridge, Illinois and downtown Chicago.. We assist individuals and families facing tough legal issues related to family law issues and criminal defense matters.. For a free initial consultation call us to a schedule an appointment: DuPage County Office - Cook County Office .  We look forward to meeting you.

Brad A. Guillory is dedicated to his clients. As an experienced attorney, he has successfully represented clients in cases ranging from divorce and custody cases to personal injury death cases. He is a hardworking and passionate litigator who knows how to obtain results for his clients.

Jonathan K. Nelson built his legal career on a foundation of business insight, client dedication, and a vision for accessible, high-quality legal services across Southern Nevada. After earning his Bachelor’s in Finance (2001) and M.B.A. (2003), Jonathan obtained his J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2008 and was admitted to the Michigan Bar the same year. He spent a decade in corporate banking, negotiating complex, high-value transactions—experience that sharpened his analytical skills and reinforced his commitment to client success.In 2012, Jonathan was admitted to the Nevada Bar and launched J.K. Nelson Law with a single office dedicated to delivering affordable, results-driven legal representation. That vision resonated with clients, and the firm has since expanded to three convenient locations—in Las Vegas and Pahrump—to better serve communities throughout Southern Nevada.Today, Jonathan and his team represent clients in family law, personal injury, probate, estate planning, and criminal defense, providing both strong advocacy and personalized attention. Licensed in Nevada, Michigan, and the Federal Courts for the District of Nevada, Jonathan also serves as Official Legal Counsel to the Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce. His work has earned recognition including Legal Elite, Top 40 Under 40, and myVegas Top 100 Lawyers.From one office to three, Jonathan’s growth story is rooted in a simple principle: put clients first, and results will follow.

I first moved to Nevada in 1991 and have lived here exclusively since 2001.  I have been married for 20 years and have three children.  My oldest child just started college and I have a Junior in High School and an eighth grader.  My family is the most important thing in the world to me and I work very hard to protect my clients' families, just as I would if it were my own.

State Bar of Nevada Certfiied Family Law Specialist serving Las Vegas, Henderson, and Clark County.. As a native Las Vegan, I have lifelong ties to our community. After graduating with my bachelor’s degree from the UNLV Honors College in 1999, I worked for several years at a local ambulance company as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-I) and as an American Heart Association certified CPR and First Aid Instructor. While working full-time as an EMT, I attended the William S. Boyd School of Law where I earned several academic awards and graduated in the top 10% of my class. Since 2007, my practice has focused almost exclusively on family law.. I am a member of the Nevada State Bar Family Law Section. I am also a member of the State Bar of Southern Neavda Attorney Discipline Panel, the State Bar of Nevada Fee Dispute Committee, and was chosen as a Super Lawers Mountain States Rising Star in 2016 - an award given to no more than 2.5% of the attorneys in Nevada.. EDUCATION. William S. Boyd School of Law. Las Vegas, Nevada. J.D. 2007, Magna Cum Laude. University of Nevada, Las Vegas. B.A., Political Science, 1999, with University Honors. HONORS AND AWARDS. William S. Boyd School of Law:. Top Grade Award (CALI) – Legal Processes I (legal research and writing). Top Grade Award (CALI) – Legal Processes III (legal drafting). Top Grade Award (CALI) – Property I. Top Grade Award (CALI) – Property II. Academic Merit Scholarship. University of Nevada, Las Vegas:. Pi Sigma Alpha Political Honor Society. Dean’s List. Bluecoats Academic Scholarship. Sylvan Century III Leaders Scholarship. Liberal Arts College Academic Scholarship. Rotary Club 4-Way Speech Scholarship. Nevada Boys State, 1994. ADMISSIONS. State Courts of Nevada, 2007. U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, 2009. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE. Truancy Diversion Judge – Legacy High School, 2011-2013. Pro Bono Attorney for Foster Children (CAP Attorney Project), 2008 to Present. Pro Bono Guardian ad Litem for Child (Appointed by Court), 2006 to 2008. TEACHING EXPERIENCE. The ABC’s of Family Law CLE Instruction for Non-Family Law Attorneys – Spousal Support and Attorneys Fees, 2014. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS. State Bar of Nevada, Family Law Section. Clark County Bar Association, Publications Committee Member

The Grimes Law Office has joined The Roberts Stoffel Family Law Group. This decision was made in an effort to provide more services amd better service to my clients.

Summer was born and raised in PRC’s capital city Beijing. She came to the United States as an international student in 2010. Summer is a graduate of Indiana University Bloomington, and DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada, Illinois, and the United States District Court of the Northern District in Illinois. After living in the Midwest for 13 years, Summer moved with her young family to Nevada.. During law school, Summer clerked for Judge Mark J. Lopez (retired) in the Domestic Relations Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County. She also practiced in the DePaul Domestic Violence Project to assist domestic violence victims. Summer is a past president of the DePaul Pacific American Law Students Association and a two-time Diversity Scholarship winner. She started volunteering at Chicago Chinatown Pro Bono Clinic as a Mandarin- English interpreter during her first year in law school. Due to her community service, she was awarded the DePaul Dean’s Certificate of Service and the Chancellor’s Award for Service.. In Chicago, Summer worked in a Fortune 500 company, a municipal law department, and a big family law firm. She gained extensive and sophisticated civil litigation experience with a focus on Matrimonial Law. Summer is a certified Child’s Representative by Chicago Volunteer Legal Service who is appointed by the court and represents the minor children’s best interests. She has also been a fierce advocate for the Asian American community in Chicago. Summer was the communication chair and officer of the Asian American Bar Association of Greater Chicago, and a board member of the Chinese American Bar Association. Summer also participates in the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association lobby day at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. annually before covid pandemic. She continues her volunteer and community service with the Chinese Mutual Aid Association and Chinese American Service League with her legal and bilingual skills.. As a new mother and recent immigrant, Summer empathizes with her clients’ struggles and goals, which she has fought for in and out of the courtroom. Summer is a voracious reader because of her father, her primary caretaker with his flexible schedule as a small business owner. She also got her passion for sports and politics from her father. But Summer received the best advice on how to be a good parent from her mother: just be a role model.