Top Family Lawyers in ZIP 60601 | 49 available

Firm: Kamerlink Stark Powers & McNicholas LLC

221 N LaSalle St Suite 1800 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Beermann Pritikin Mirabelli Swerdlove LLP

161 N. Clark St.- Suite 2600 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Family , Divorce & Separation

Having spent my entire 42-year career in a law firm with a strong and prominent family law department, as well as a boutique commercial litigation group, I have been able to concentrate my practice in both areas. As matrimonial law has become more complex and often involves financial issues similar to what I deal with in the commercial arena, my experience in each area enhances the other. Beermann LLP has many skilled and dedicated attorneys who work with me on cases as needed.. Although I settle the vast majority of my cases (which is my main goal and usually in the client's best interest), I have extensive trial and appellate experience, including approximately 200 appeals in the state and federal appellate courts. Much of my appellate work involves referrals from other attorneys.. My family law practice includes prenuptial agreements and every aspect of parentage (paternity) and divorce, including complex financial cases, child custody and removal, and post-decree. I have represented clients nationwide in family law and other matters on a pro hac vice basis, as well as in international child custody and other family law disputes. In addition to traditional litigation, I represent clients in various Alternate Dispute Resolution Methods, including mediation and Cooperative Law to achieve fair settlements in an amicable and cost-effective way.. I am a Past President of the Appellate Lawyers Association of Illinois and have lectured and published widely on appeals, family law topics, and other legal subjects.. I am recognized in The Best Lawyers in America in the categories of family law and appellate law; by the Leading Lawyers Network in family law and civil appeals; Marquis' Who's Who in America (2011); and as an Illinois Super Lawyer in family law in Chicago Magazine every year since 2005. I rated "AV Preeminent" under the Martindale-Hubbell ® Lawyer Rating System (5.0 out of 5), based on performance in the following key areas: legal knowledge, analyticial abilities, judgment, communication ability, and legal experience.

Firm: Schiller, DuCanto and Fleck LLP

200 North La Salle Street 30th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: General Practice, Family, Family

For more than a decade, Jessica has served high asset professionals and their spouses to achieve directed and efficient resolution of the most complex family law issues with an emphasis on business valuation, businesses held in trusts and other estate planning vehicles and interstate child custody and child support disputes. She also has extensive experience in helping with asset protection through drafting of prenuptial and post nuptial agreements.. Jessica works with her clients to form goals and objectives, discuss available options, evaluate likely and desired outcomes, and help them achieve cost-effective and efficient methods for obtaining the most beneficial result.. Jessica received her Bachelor’s Degree from Georgetown University and her Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law. She joined Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 1999 as a law clerk and became partner with the firm in 2009. Jessica is a seasoned litigator, having graduated from the American Bar Association’s Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute, and is trained and certified in mediation and collaborative law.  Jessica is on the Domestic Relations Division's list of court-certified mediators. In 2010 and 2011, Jessica was named an Illinois Super Lawyers “Rising Star.” In 2012 and 2013, she was named a “Leading Lawyer.”. Not only can Jessica go the distance for her clients at the negotiation table and in the courtroom, but she has also completed four Chicago marathons.

Firm: Law Office of Jeffrey R. Esser

161 N Clark St , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

A licensed attorney since 2005, I have been representing clients in Divorce and Family Law for over 10 years. The Law Office of Jeffrey R. Esser was founded in 2011 to provide clients with personalized solutions for their legal issues.. After receiving a bachelor’s degree in Classics from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, I earned a law degree from the University of Southern California. I am licensed to practice law in Illinois and concentrate my practice on contested and uncontested divorce, child support services, wills and trusts, and prenuptial agreements.. Because I believe everyone should have access to a competent attorney, I take on pro-bono cases through Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, and have earned CVLS’s Distinguished Service Award in 2010 and 2012.

Firm: Berger Schatz

161 North Clark Street   2800  60 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family

Firm: Beermann, Pritikin and Mirabelli

161 N Clark St Ste 2600 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family , Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation

As an attorney who has focused his career in the practice of family law, Jared Pinkus has negotiated settlement agreements and engaged in litigation pertaining to complex financial disputes, child custody and out of state removal matters, jurisdictional disputes (including disputes related to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act) and paternity actions.. Jared takes a measured yet calculated approach when representing clients who are going through difficult times in their personal lives.  In Jared’s experience, a well-negotiated settlement agreement frequently offers his clients the best value and security for both the client and their family.  When negotiating settlement agreements, Jared works with his clients to formulate and implement a strategy always keeping the client’s final objectives at the forefront.. Unfortunately, settlement is not always an option.  Keeping that in mind, throughout the negotiation process Jared utilizes discovery tools, motion practice and the rules of procedure and evidence to position his client’s case for litigation.  At trial, Jared takes an aggressive yet reasonable approach arguing the particular facts of each case to the applicable law.. Jared has tried and received favorable results in actions pertaining to the following:. ·         Allocation of complex marital and non-marital estates, including the valuation and allocation of privately held businesses.. ·         Forensic accounting and tracing of income and other funds over a significant period of time.. ·         Determination of appropriate child and spousal support (maintenance or alimony).. ·         International jurisdictional dispute between Illinois and India.. ·         Initial child custody disputes and modifications to child custody and visitation schedules.. ·         Child custody and visitation issues involving drug and alcohol abuse.. ·         Seeking and defending against out-of-state removal of a minor child.. Super Lawyers Magazine named Jared as a Rising Star in the area of Family Law in both 2012 and 2013, a designation reserved for the top 2.5% of all Illinois attorneys under 40.

Firm: Beermann Swerdlove LLP

161 N. Clark St., Suite 3000 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family , Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Litigator, James M. Quigley has tried Divorce cases in Cook, Lake and DuPage Counties for 26 years. Prior to becoming a Senior Equity Partner at Beermann LLP, he founded Quigley & Associates, P.C., a full-service Divorce/Family Law firm providing a wide range of legal and paralegal services to a broad-based clientele. Before pursuing his entrepreneurial endeavor of running his own firm, as an associate, Mr. Quigley headed the Family Law Department of a firm providing legal benefits for the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), representing a wide array of Chicago Police Officers, Chicago Firemen, Illinois State Police Officers and their families.. With a wealth of legal expertise and industry accolades, Mr. Quigley is driven by an unrelenting desire to help families navigate the complexities of litigation, in a way that preserves the family's relationship during distressing times. With a stronghold on the belief that there is nothing more precious than the sanctity of family, Mr. Quigley is particularly passionate about helping parents resolve custody disputes - including visitation, paternity and all other child support matters - in a manner most beneficial to the best interests of the children involved. Mr. Quigley is also recognized for his experience in the negotiation and trial of cases involving complex financial issues and property matters, and also represents clients in the drafting and enforcement of Prenuptial and Postnuptial agreements.. Mr. Quigley is highly regarded for his work and discretion representing an array of high-profile athletes, celebrity entertainers, politicians and other high-wealth individuals, including Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan. He provided legal expertise on a number of local and national media outlets including MSNBC, Fox News Channel, The Today Show, NBC Chicago, CBS Chicago, ABC Chicago, Fox News Chicago and has appeared and been quoted in various celebrity outlets such as People Magazine, Life & Style Weekly, OK! Weekly, US Weekly and more.. Mr. Quigley is a Fellow in the exclusive organization, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - an honor that requires the recommendation of a panel of existing members after passing a series of written and oral exams based on complex divorce and family law-related issues nationally and in the State of Illinois.  Other notable distinctions include being named a 2008-2018 Leading Lawyer; an honor awarded to fewer than 5% of lawyers in Illinois, a 2008-2018 Super Lawyer by Chicago Magazine and was elected the 2007-2008 Vice President of the DePaul University College of Law-Family Center Advisory Board. Mr. Quigley also received a 2008-2009 Martindale Hubbell (BV Rating), a peer-reviewed rating identifying lawyers with high, to very high legal ability.  Mr. Quigley is also a member a various Bar Associations and a member of the Sports lawyers Association, for which he heads the Midwest chapter and has lectured on Family Law issues Affecting Athletes and Entertainers.. In addition to his daily practice of divorce and family law, Mr. Quigley has assisted his Partner, Miles N. Beermann, in teaching a family law trial skills class at DePaul University College of Law, and has lectured for the Lake County Bar Association regarding marital property rights business valuations. He has also lectured for the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education on recent case law developments in family law cases in Illinois as well as lecturing on Asset Protection.. Mr. Quigley's practice includes clients of diverse income levels, races, religions and ethnicity and prides himself on providing skilled, honest, experienced and professional service to all clients.  As a partner in a law firm that also provides additional legal services, Mr. Quigley is able to oversee matters handled by his Partners for his clients needing services in the areas of Estate Planning, Business counseling and litigation, Personal Injury, Real Estate and other areas of law.  This provides added value to his divorce/family law clients not available in a divorce firm the size of Beermann LLP.  Also, because of the firm's size, Mr. Quigley is able to utilize the services of skilled Associates and Paralegals that bill at lower hourly rates and that allow Mr. Quigley to handle cases of every size and complexity.  All of this translates to the experience, personal service and attention every client is entitled to during the difficult process of a divorce, custody dispute, prenuptial agreement negotiations and other family law matters.. Mr. Quigley was elected into the prestigious American College of Family Trial Lawyers (ACFTL), a national organization comprised of only 100 of the country's top divorce/family law trial attorneys who are also Fellows in the American Academy of Materimonial Lawyers (AAML).  Mr. Quigley is also a member of the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the American Law Society.

Firm: Women's Divorce and Family Law Group

77 W. Wacker , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Nadler, Pritikin and Mirabelli, L.L.C.

One Prudential Plaza   130 East Randolph Drive I , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family ,Paternity,Prenuptial Agreement

Firm: Beermann LLP

161 N Clark St Ste 3000 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Heather J. Rosen is a partner at Beermann LLP and focuses her practice primarily in the area of Family Law.  From simple non-contested divorces to some of the most high-profile disputes involving multi-million dollar businesses and professional athletes, Ms. Rosen counsels clients on various issues such as: pre-nuptial agreements, divorce, paternity proceedings, child custody proceedings, parenting time, support, property division, financial issues related to divorce, enforcement, and post-divorce matters.. Ms. Rosen has been practicing in the area of Family Law since graduating from law school and is committed to offering her clients the highest level of compassion and professionalism while tailoring a specific strategy for each client, on a case-by-case basis.  While Ms. Rosen has handled numerous litigious matters and has been involved in highly contested/high profile trials, her goal is to settle all of her cases outside of the courtroom.. Ms. Rosen has been named a Rising Star in the area of Family Law by Super Lawyers Magazine, a designation reserved for the top 2.5% of all Illinois attorneys under 40, and named an Emerging Lawyer by Leading Lawyers, a designation given to fewer than 2% of the attorneys in Illinois.. Ms. Rosen received her Juris Doctorate from Chicago-Kent College of Law, where she was named to the dean's honor list.  Ms. Rosen received her Bachelor Degree from The Pennsylvania State University where she became a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Society.. Ms. Rosen lives in Chicago with her husband and daughters.

Firm: Schiller, Ducanto & Fleck, LLP

200 N La Salle St Fl 30 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: General Practice, Family

Recognizing that, regardless of whether you are a stay at home parent, a business-person or a professional, experiencing any legal process in your personal life is unnerving, Anita Ventrelli focuses her practice on getting to know each client as an individual and tailoring communications and the case strategy to his or her needs and goals which can sometimes be moving targets.  Anita, a partner in the firm, represents professionals, athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and those who value their wealth, lifestyle, and well-being.  Although she is an experienced litigator, she is equally comfortable devising smart settlement solutions for her clients.  She utilizes her analytical skills to master both facts and finances for an optimum position for her clients at trial or settlement.Anita prides herself on giving each client an honest assessment of how the process will work for him or her.  She educates clients on their available options and the consequences of those options.  As a result, her clients are confident in the plan of action they choose to pursue their goals.  Knowing that their lawyer is planning for their interests, investigating all options, and keeping their cases focused, helps Anita’s clients reduce their stress and stay strong throughout the process.Anita’s peers respect her courtroom results and have recommended her for inclusion amongst a group of elite family law practitioners.  Since 1997, she has been a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.  In 2003, the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin named her one of  “40 Attorneys Under 40 Illinois Attorneys to Watch.”  Since 2005, she has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer.  Anita has also been included in the Leading Lawyers Network and the Best Lawyers of America. Anita is also On the Board and Faculty of the American Bar Association/National Institute of Trial Advocacy Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute.

Firm: Kogut & Wilson, L.L.C.

180 N. Michigan Avenue , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce, Prenuptials, Child Support

Eva Kogut practices exclusively in the area of family law, including but not limited to, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, child support matters, child custody, parenting time/visitation, property division, domestic violence, post-divorce issues such as enforcement and modifications and complex litigation.. With a commitment to helping her clients achieve the best possible results in their personal circumstances, Eva addresses how each client’s unique family challenges may be resolved and what each path may look like by educating her clients on the different approaches available. She helps them understand the benefits, risks, and costs of each approach to best meet their unique needs.. Many of Eva’s clients prefer to stay out of court, and she believes that the collaborative process is a good alternative to the traditional divorce process. Applying her litigation experience, supported by on-going education, she sees a consistent pattern: a less painful settlement process truly helps clients move forward in a way they chose and not in an arrangement imposed upon them by an impartial judge.. As a trained mediator, Eva believes that mediation can be an effective process for resolving divorce and family law issues in a manner that allows clients to maintain control over the process. Additionally, she handles process consultations, designed for those who are considering divorce via mediation.. Eva began her career in the demanding and litigious area of personal injury law. She was instrumental in helping clients negotiate settlements while becoming well versed in the areas of personal injury and medical malpractice.. Eva speaks fluent Polish, serving Chicago’s extensive Polish-speaking community in addressing all their family law issues.. Awards. Eva was recognized by Chicago Daily Law Bulletin on their 2022 Top Women in Law list for her commitment to the advancement of women in the legal field and improving the divorce experience of her clients. The award honors the most inspiring women in Chicago’s legal industry who emphasize mentorship of other women in the field and are successful in the legal community.. Beginning in 2018, Eva has been selected annually by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America list in the areas of family law, mediation and collaborative law. She is also named the 2021 Chicago Lawyer of the Year in Collaborative Law: Family Law and Family Law: Mediation.. Eva is proud to have been named to the Illinois Super Lawyers list since 2017 and the Illinois Leading Lawyer list since 2014. These distinguished lists are reserved for fewer than five percent of the lawyers in Illinois and recognize those who have attained a high degree of recognition and professional achievement.. In 2015, Eva was also recognized by the Chicago Law Bulletin for the “40 Under Forty: 40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch.” Each year, the publication evaluates hundreds of peer nominations from the Illinois legal community to identify the most talented and well-respected attorneys working in the industry.

Firm: Schiller, DuCanto and Fleck LLP

200 North La Salle Street 30th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: General Practice, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family

Divorce becomes a critical stage in the lives of individuals going through it for many reasons; a predominant concern is the threat to their quality of life. With balanced, yet aggressive advocacy, Eric L. Schulman helps protect the lifestyle of clients and their children, especially if a spouse lacks experience in managing family finances. Mr. Schulman is diligent about examining income, spending and assets to make sure that all resources are known for the benefit of his clients.. Since every divorce, like every person, is different, Mr. Schulman provides clients with individualized attention from start to finish of their case. A careful listener, he helps clients identify goals, then keeps their needs at the forefront as he works towards a favorable result. Known for hard work and exceptional effort, Mr. Schulman also strives to manage cases with efficiency and consideration to cost. Above all, honesty and integrity characterize his counsel.. Elected a partner at Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 2004, Mr. Schulman lectures in the areas of family law and has taught classes on Illinois divorce law for the College of Lake County and has served as a guest lecturer for Loyola University School of Law. He is a former Family Law Co-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section and previously served as a member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee for the Chicago Bar Association.. Since 2006 Mr. Schulman has been named a "Leading Lawyer" in the practice of Illinois family law by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company, and in 2007 was chosen as one of the "40 Attorneys Under 40 in Illinois to Watch.” He was previously named a "Rising Star" Illinois attorney, and in 2012, an Illinois Super Lawyer.  He also has been named as one of the Nation's Leading Matrimonial Lawyers in Best Lawyers in America by Neifeh and Smith.  Mr. Schulman is also a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

Firm: Law Offices of Debra DiMaggio

161 North Clark Street Suite 4700 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Berger Schatz

161 N Clark Street, Suite 2800 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Family

Firm: Katz & Stefani, LLC

222 N. LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: BEERMANN LLP

161 North Clark Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family , Family

Candace Meyers is a natural born advocate whose overarching goal is to guide her clients through what is oftentimes the most challenging experience of their lives. As far back as she can remember, Candace has always had a passion, and a calling to protect those who were unable to defend themselves. She believes that innate drive is at the core of why she chose to be a family law attorney as her professional career path.. Candace expertly handles a variety of family law cases, including complex parenting rights and responsibility disputes, tracing assets and advocating for clients through negotiation, mediation and cooperation. She is intently focused on empowering her clients through educating them on the divorce process through solid counsel, in order to obtain the most favorable results for them. She is admired by her peers for her knowledge, integrity and sense of humor. In recognition of her talents, she was made partner at Boyle Feinberg in 2014.. Candace is an associate board member of the Anti-Defamation League, participating in the Glass Leadership Institute and serving as one of the co-chairs for the ADL Outreach Network. She has been an avid fundraiser for cancer awareness and prevention organizations, including participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and serving as team captain for American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

Firm: Kogut & Wilson, L.L.C.

180 N Michigan Ave , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

I concentrate mypractice in the area of family law with extensive experience involving finances, child custody, and domestic violence.  These areas are often complex and can be very emotional for the parties involved.. For 2012 through 2015, I was recognized by his peers and named a “Rising Star” attorney by Illinois Super Lawyersmagazine, a designation limited to less than 2.5% of lawyers under 40 years of age in the state of Illinois.. I am a board member of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division (2008 – current).  Within the Young Lawyers Division, I serve on the Children’s Assistance Fund Grant Subcommittee, which seeks to provide grants to organizations across the state related to children and law.. I am currently an adjunct professor at John Marshall Law School where I co-teach a course titled “Family Law Advocacy,” which teaches students to effectively and compassionately assist survivors of domestic violence in a divorce or paternity action.  Through this course, I have partnered with Between Friends to offer legal assistance to victims of domestic violence.. I am one of the founding members of the Associate Board of the Legal Aid Society (2010 – 2014), which operates as the legal arm of Metropolitan Family Services.  I previously served as the chair of the Pro-bono Committee. With the assistance of another board member, I implemented a Family Law Mentoring Panel to assist pro-bono attorneys when volunteering their time. I also teach the Simple Divorce Training to pro-bono attorneys with the Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services.. In 2011, I volunteered at the Cook County Domestic Violence Court Project to assist victims of domestic violence in obtaining orders of protection.

Firm: BERGER | SCHATZ

161 North Clark Street Suite 2800 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Family

Firm: Beermann Pritikin Mirabelli Swerdlove

161 North Clark Street, Suite 3000 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Family , Real Estate , Divorce & Separation