Divorce & Separation lawyers in Illinois Michele Jochner to Peter Dluski

Firm: Schiller, Ducanto & Fleck, LLP

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

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Effective appellate advocacy requires specialized skills to analyze the pertinent legal issues and see the case the way appellate justices do, ensuring that the law and applicable procedure were followed in the trial court.  An effective appellate lawyer must be well-versed in pertinent case law and applicable procedural rules, with the ability to identify those issues and arguments which are likely to be most successful.   Ms. Jochner is such a lawyer.. Ms. Jochner served for 15 years as a judicial law clerk to two Justices of the Illinois Supreme Court: the late Hon. Mary Ann G. McMorrow and the Hon. Charles E. Freeman.   During her tenure  with our State's highest tribunal, she has worked on numerous high-profile matters involving cutting-edge issues of first impression, providing her with a unique breadth and depth of experience in all areas of substantive law combined with a keen understanding of the mechanics of our courts of review.   Her first-hand experience and crucial insights into the State appellate court system provide her with the basis to craft and communicate compelling appellate strategy and arguments.. A recognized legal scholar, expert writer and educator to law students and attorneys, Ms. Jochner has authored more than 150 articles on a wide array of legal topics appearing in publications nationwide, and her two columns, “Law From a Different Perspective” and "On Appeal," appear regularly in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.  In addition, she is listed in several “Who’s Who” publications, and was previously recognized as one of “40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch” by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.  She also regularly speaks on legal issues to various groups across the State, including seminars on effective legal writing and appellate advocacy.   In addition, for the last decade, she has appeared as part of the “Illinois Law” television broadcasts as a panelist for that series’ annual review of United States Supreme Court decisions.  She has also served as an adjunct professor at both DePaul University College of Law and The John Marshall Law School.  In testament to her career-long commitment to legal education, The Illinois Supreme Court appointed Ms. Jochner to serve on its Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) Board.. As a well-known leader in the Chicago legal community, she is active with many organizations, including the Chicago Bar Association (CBA), where she serves as a member of both the Executive Committee of the CBA’s Alliance for Women and of the Editorial Board of the CBA Record, and chairs the CBA's Committee on Public Affairs.   She is similarly active with the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA), where she is a past member of the Board of Governors and the Editorial Board of the Illinois Bar Journal.  Currently, she is a co-editor of both the Bench & Bar Newsletter and Trial Briefs, serves as a member of the Family Law Section Council, and is an elected member of the ISBA Assembly. She also serves on the Board of Directors of the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE), as well as on two panels at her alma mater, DePaul University College of Law: the Dean’s Council and the Advisory Board for the Center for Public Interest Law.  She also holds several leadership positions within the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and serves on the Leader Council for Mercy Home for Boys and Girls.. Recognizing the importance of ensuring that the future of the legal profession is in good hands, Ms. Jochner also actively mentors numerous law students at DePaul, as well as through Phi Alpha Delta.  Her mentoring efforts were recently recognized by The Chicago Lawyer Magazine in naming her one of 2013's "Women Making an Impact."

Firm: Law Offices of Nicolas Nelson

45 S Park Blvd , Glen Ellyn , Illinois 60137

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I have been practiicing law since 2008. Throughout the years I have gained a broad range of experience including divorce cases, estate planning, construction litigation, representing associations, collections, criminal cases, and real estate. The enjoyment I gain helping people through difficult time and decision keep sme motivated practice the law. Prior to entering the legal profession, I worked extensively in sports journalism.. My client's benefit from dedication, outgoing nature, experience, knowledge and communication skills.

Firm: The Law Office of Peggy M. Raddatz

512 West Burlington, Suite 1 , La Grange (a suburb of Chicago) , Illinois 60525

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

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.

Firm: The Law Office of Paul A. Frigo, LLC.

18311 North Creek Dr Ste G , Tinley Park , Illinois 60477

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Paul D. Nordini, Esq.

50 S. Main Street , Naperville , Illinois 60540

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Mr. Nordini is one of the few lawyers in the United States that have presented arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court.  He provids strategic approaches to settlement and tactful litigation strategy to achieve the best outome for his clients and their families.  Mr. Nordini believes that the outcome in Court is a measure of his dedication and research based approach to litigation. He practices in Commerical, Real Estate, Contract, Divorce, Custody, and UCCJEA litigation in multiple jurisdictions.. Mr. Nordini has conference room privleges throughout Illinois and Arizona. Mr. Nordini's focus is on achieving dynamic courtroom results while streamlining the litigation process to save clientele from the customary heavy costs and expense of litigation.. When not working on his case files, Mr. Nordini enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, sailing, and typing out many unfinished books.

Firm: Manassa Law

1000 Hart Road , Barrington , Illinois 60010

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Oren Graupe has a deep and diverse legal background, which includes experience in plaintiff’s personal injury, commercial litigation, residential real estate, estate planning, bankruptcy, criminal defense, and family law. Oren regularly handles all aspects of family law and domestic relations, including: pre and post nuptial agreements, non-contested flat fee divorces, complex child related issues, business valuation, support, post-decree, and alternative dispute resolution. He strives to be available for his clients. Oren combines an aggressive, straightforward approach with an ability to make difficult topics easier to access.  In addition to litigation, Oren recognizes that many clients want and need swift resolution to conflict and Oren always keeps that in mind. Oren is a trained in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) as certified Neutral, able to mediate disputes of all types and sizes. Oren integrates his transactional, litigation, and ADR background to develop cohesive and comprehensive case plans in all realms of practice.. Prior to hanging out his own shingle early in 2016, Oren began his career at a small personal injury firm where he litigated catastrophic personal injury matters, ranging from municipal tort immunity cases and devastating brain injuries to fender-benders. Oren developed his abiding dedication to family law after joining another firm and revamping the family law division, transforming it from a fast paced practice handling only uncontested matters to a customer oriented litigation practice. From there Oren was hand selected by one of Chicago’s most prestigious family lawyers to join his boutique firm where he learned a great deal and fine tuned his craft. Over his career Oren has represented indigent clients, small and business owners (and their spouses), stay at home moms and dads, professional athletes, and wives and girlfriends. Oren has protected generational wealth and helped to make his client’s whole in the face of contentious law suits. Oren has tried both bench and jury matters and regularly appears in Cook County, Lake County and the surrounding collar counties. The high regard in which Oren is held by those he works with is reflected by his unsolicited selection to Illinois' Super Lawyers - Rising Stars list in 2017, which is selected by his colleagues in the legal community.

Firm: Hurst, Robin & Kay, LLC

30 N La Salle St Ste 1210 , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Olga A. Allen concentrates her practice on all areas of family law, including complex settlement and litigation, negotiating marital settlement agreement and custody agreements, financial issues including bankruptcy and asset tracing, and appellate practice.

Firm: Birnbaum Haddon Gelfman & Arnoux LLC

180 N. LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Noelle C. Cislo is a licensed attorney concentrating in the areas of divorce, including pre-decree and post decres issues, as well as child custody, child support. Noelle is able to demonstrate her passion for family law both in and out of the courtroom. She understands that choosing a lawyer to represent you in one of the hardest times of your life is not always an easy choice, and Noelle is here to listen and zealously advocate on her client's behalf.. Noelle graduated from DePaul University in 2011 where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree, Cum Laude, in Political Science. While at DePaul, Noelle made the Dean’s List and was a recipient of the DePaul Scholars Award for her strong academic achievements.. Noelle received her Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude, from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2014. During law school, Noelle served as a Notes and Comments Editor on the school’s Law Review and wrote an article regarding grandparent visitation rights. Additionally, Noelle was an active member of the Child and Family Law Society, Society of Women and Law, and Phi Alpha Delta.. During law school, Noelle clerked for the Honorable Raul Vega in the domestic relations division of the Circuit Court of Cook County and volunteered with Family Rescue at the Cook County Domestic Violence Courthouse where she dedicated her time to assisting victims of domestic violence obtain Orders of Protection. Noelle’s passion for family law began after her first year of law school when she joined Chicago-Kent’s Family Law Clinic where she was able to obtain hands-on experience by helping low income clients receive the representation that they deserved.. Noelle is an active member of the legal community as member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association and Will County Bar Association.. Noelle serves clients throughout the Cook County, DuPage County, and Will County areas.

Firm: The Cosentino Law Firm, LLC

213 S 2nd St , Dekalb , Illinois 60115

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Law Offices of Robert F. Kramer, Ltd.

123 W. St. Charles Road , Lombard , Illinois 60148

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Nigohosian & Dahlquist, PC

2150 Manchester Rd, Suite 200 , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Michelle Dahlquist is a partner at Nigohosian & Dahlquist, PC.  Ms. Dahlquist concentrates her practice in complex family law matters, including divorce, legal separation, paternity, pre- and post-judgment issues, premarital agreements, and appeals.  She has extensive experience handling issues of child custody and visitation; relocation; property identification, valuation, and distribution; child support, maintenance and unallocated support; orders of protection; contribution to college expenses; and various other issues relating to pre- and post-judgment family law litigation.. Ms. Dahlquist is a Certified Guardian ad Litem with the Circuit Court of the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, DuPage County.  Ms. Dahlquist was named an Emerging Lawyer by the Leading Lawyer Network in 2015 and 2016 in the area of family law.  She was the recipient of the DuPage County Bar Association Pro Bono Service Award in 2011, and the DuPage County Bar Association Board of Directors Award in 2013.  She chaired the Continuing Legal Education and Membership Committees of the DuPage County Bar Association from 2011-2015, and served as Secretary of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers from 2011-2013.  In 2015, Ms. Dahlquist was appointed by the President of the Illinois State Bar Assocation to serve on an Illinois State Bar Association special committee for proposed reform of Supreme Court Rule 711, and in 2014, she was appointed by the Presiding Judge of the DuPage County Domestic Relations Division for proposed reform of local court rules regarding mandatory financial disclosure statements.  Ms. Dahlquist remains an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the DuPage County Bar Association.. Ms. Dahlquist has concentrated her practice in family law since the inception of her legal career.  Prior to forming Nigohosian & Dahlquist, PC, Ms. Dahlquist was a partner at Momkus McCluskey Roberts, LLC and was an attorney at Botti Marinaccio, Ltd.. Ms. Dahlquist earned her Juris Doctor degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2008, and her Bachelors of Science degree, cum laude, from Illinois State University in 2005. During law school, she was named to the Dean’s List on several occasions. During law school, Ms. Dahlquist served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Judge Hardy-Campbell in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Domestic Relations Division, as a legal intern for the Chicago-Kent Family Law Offices, and as a law clerk for a prominent Chicago matrimonial law firm.. Ms. Dahlquist is a native of the Western Suburbs, where she currently resides with her family.

Firm: Galasso P.C.

311 S. County Farm Road , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

My son, Nicholas R. Galasso, and I formed GALASSO P.C. in December, 2014, and I was excited to combine my talents and experience with my son’s to provide clients with a wide and varied expertise in a plethora of legal areas.. I joined Haskin, Corrigan & Galasso P.C. (HCG) as a partner on July 1, 2013 where I worked until the formation of GALASSO P.C. While at Haskin, Corrigan & Galasso P.C., I had the pleasure of working with my son, Nicholas R. Galasso. In July of 2014, I was appointed as a Special Assistant State’s Attorney representing DuPage County Adult Protective Services, a governmental department who provides services to the elderly and protects the elderly from abuse and neglect by others. I concentrated my practice at HCG in family law and probate matters.. Prior to that, I worked at The Stogsdill Law Firm following a successful and distinguished career as both attorney and judge. After twelve years as a private practitioner concentrating in the areas of corporations, tax, probate and divorce matters, I began my judicial career in 1995 when I was appointed Associate Judge in DuPage County. I presided over a number of different court calls during my twelve year career as a judge, including serving in the criminal, civil, juvenile and domestic relations divisions. While serving on the bench in the Domestic Relations Division, I made numerous presentations to practicing lawyers and other judges in multiple areas of family law and participated as a panelist at seminars for judges and lawyers.. While in the Domestic Relations Division, I also presided over several hundred cases at one time, and either settled or tried cases involving complex business litigation, contentious child custody and visitation disputes and other contested matters involving all aspects of family law.. My judicial experience bolsters my legal expertise and experience in handling disputes involving maintenance, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, removal, alienation of affections, marital and other parental rights, valuation and disposition of assets, equitable division of assets and enforcement of legal obligations required by Court Orders. My prior judicial experience as a divorce judge also allows me to assess each case from the perspective of a judge hearing the case, a valuable benefit my  clients have enjoyed since I have been in private practice. I am also widely recognized as an accomplished trial attorney and skillful negotiator.. I received my undergraduate degree from Illinois Wesleyan University and my Juris Doctorate from DePaul College of Law. I have served as an adjunct professor at Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois where I taught Advanced Business Law and Advanced Estate Planning, among other classes. I am married and have two grown children, a son who is now an integral part of GALASSO P.C, and a daughter who lives in Naperville, is a legal secretary at GALASSO P.C. and also is pursuing a career in nutrition and healthy living.. While in private practice before I  became an Associate Judge, I practiced in the area of taxation and accounting related to individuals and corporations, both those closely held or family owned and publically traded corporations. My experience in taxation and accounting of corporations lends itself well to representing divorce clients who have an ownership in an ongoing business, particularly those clients who have a family or small business. Additionally, I also have wide experience with respect to taxation and accounting related to partnerships, sole proprietorships and other forms of business ownership. My tax and accounting background also allows me to understand and provide sound advice regarding all issues of taxation in divorce matters. I also published numerous articles dealing with intricate aspects of the formation and maintaining of corporations.. In 1991, the Governor of the State of Illinois appointed me as Public Guardian of DuPage County, and I served in that capacity until my appointment as an Associate Judge for DuPage County in 1995. As Public Guardian of DuPage County, I was appointed to protect the interests of disabled adults and minors, and I proudly served DuPage County in that capacity. I also worked closely with the Public Administrator of DuPage County during the same period of time and assisted in handling all aspects of the probating of decedent’s estates.. Since 2007, I have been appointed by the Courts to serve as an arbitrator in divorce cases, an expert witness, I have been trained and certified as a Guardian ad Litem for the 18th Judicial Circuit to represent and protect the best interests of children and have been appointed as a Guardian ad Litem numerous times by Judges.. In 2013, I received an award from DuPage County Legal Aid for my distinguished service providing pro bono legal services.

Firm: Farooqi & Husain LLC

2 Trans Am Plaza Dr. , Oakbrook Terrace , Illinois 60181

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Attorney Naveed Husain is the managing partner of Farooqi & Husain, LLC. He specializes in the areas of family law, estate planning, and business for clients in DuPage County and Cook County in Illinois.. Naveed’s primary area of practice is family law. He has handled a wide range of complex divorce litigations, including multi-million dollar marital estates, contentious custody battles, and issues related to international law and child abduction. He routinely assists clients in child support, child custody, father’s rights, and other related issues. He often uses his background in business, estate planning, and asset protection to approach divorce litigation from a unique and creative perspective.. Naveed is constantly innovating in the practice of law. Through the use of technology and other business disciplines, he is able to implement systems which allow him to complete matters for his clients more efficiently and at a substantially lower cost.. Outside of the area of family law, Naveed also works with a number of individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits. For individuals, Naveed is an accomplished estate planning attorney with a deep knowledge of the various tools and resources available to assist clients in preserving their assets and passing their assets along to the next generation at the lowest cost and lowest risk possible. For small business and nonprofits, Naveed routinely assists them in ensuring they remain in compliance with all legal requirements in their day to day business, plans ahead with his clients to avoid potential future pitfalls, and defends his clients vigorously if a litigation was to ensue.. Naveed couples his legal expertise with a broad knowledge of Islamic family law and Islamic estate planning. This knowledge provides him with a unique perspective to assist the Chicago Muslim community in understanding the intersection of law with their religious practice and achieving their goals in and outside of Court.. Naveed received his J.D. from Marquette University Law School and is admitted to practice law in Illinois and Wisconsin. He is often invited to give lectures, presentations, and speeches across the Chicago area on a wide variety of legal topics such as estate planning and civil rights.. Schedule your initial, $100 consultation today.

Firm: Cappetta & Associates Ltd

1900 Spring Rd Ste 102 , Oak Brook , Illinois 60523

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: BLACHA LAW OFFICE LTD

1230 E. Diehl Rd, Suite 325 , Naperville , Illinois 60563

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I started my own practice after thirteen years of practicing with one of the largest law firms in Chicago.  While there, I represented clients in complex cases proving myself as a trial lawyer and making sure that the end result of each case met the clients' needs and interests.  My practice is no different.  I believe that my clients' needs have to be met in each and every case.  All of the areas of our practice involve complex emotional times for you and your family.  The law can seem very intimidating.  My job is to alleviate those stresses and be on your side during this difficult and complex time in your life.

Firm: Peskind Law Firm

2445 Dean St Unit E , Saint Charles , Illinois 60175

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Mollie Peskind has a knack for getting even the most difficult cases resolved.. Mollie Peskind has an exceptional ability to think outside the box. As a result, she develops unique approaches to overcome road blocks to settlement. Creative problem solving combined with thorough preparation and relentless drive helps Mollie resolve even the most difficult disputes.. Mollie prides herself on her case management. She always is well prepared, investigating and analyzing all aspects of the case. She takes a “no stone unturned” approach to the case. One of her best memories was the time she won a case by discovering certain admissions from the opposing party on his social media.. Like the other lawyers in the firm, Mollie believes that the team approach allows her to better help her clients. “I often call upon the expertise of others in the office to address an unusual or difficult issue. Their insights help me focus my efforts.” Mollie uses all resources available for the benefit of her clients.. Clients appreciate that Mollie is a good listener and understands their fears and concerns. She lends an empathetic ear and is always responsive. She ensures that all her clients feel heard and understood before deciding on a course of action. Her clients regularly recognize her in client testimonials. As one former client noted about Mollie, “She is a skilled attorney, a good listener and a nice person. The problem with most client-attorney relationships is the lack of mind share the attorney has outside the few minutes they are working on your case. Mollie was engaged in my case and delivered effective documents and arguments in an extremely efficient manner.”. Mollie Peskind works hard to get the job done.

Firm: Law Offices of Modupe A. Sobo PC

161 N. Clark Street, , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Modupe Sobo was born and raised in London, England. In 1993 she graduated from the University of Wolverhampton in England with a Bachelor of Law Degree with Honors LLB(Hons). In 1997 she graduated from Chicago Kent-College of Law-Illinois Institute of Technology with a Juris Doctorate of Law (JD).. Less than a year after graduating from Law school, Modupe Sobo, began working for herself as a solo practitioner, specializing in the area of Family Law. She, therefore, handles divorces, both contested and uncontested, Paternity, child support, parenting time (visitation/custody), and decision making. "I enjoy helping people get through what is often, one of the most stressful times in their lives. There is nothing more rewarding to me than having a client say a heartfelt Thank You".. Modupe is a Certified Arbitrator with the Mandatory Cook County Arbitration program, where she hears and decides civil disputes.   In addition, Modupe Sobo is a Certified Mediator, having trained with the Center for Conflict Resolution.. Modupe is a firm believer in the mantra "To whom much is given, much is expected." She volunteers at her church, thereby providing legal advice and representation to people who are less fortunate. As a result of her work with her church legal clinic, Modupe has received multiple  Community Service Awards, from the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services.. Modupe enjoys traveling, playing tennis and cycling.

Firm: Riewer & Collins, LLC

900 N Shore Drive , Lake Forest , Illinois 60044

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Michone J. Riewer received her Juris Doctor from Georgia State University College of Law in 1996. She has been practicing law for over 20 years with experience in all areas of family and matrimonial law, including custody and visitation, maintenance, child support, financial issues, corporate valuations, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, adoptions, post-decree actions, financial litigation and civil litigation. Ms. Riewer is a Lake County approved mediator. She also has experience in corporate law. Ms. Riewer is a member of the Illinois Bar Association, Lake County Bar Association, The Association of Women’s Attorneys of Lake County, Lake County Bar Family Law Committee, and the American Bar Association.

Firm: Michelle R Mosby-Scott

210 1/2 N Williamsburg Dr , Bloomington , Illinois 61704

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Michelle R. Mosby-Scott is the founder and Managing Partner of the firm Allison & Mosby-Scott where she heads the firm’s Family Law practice and leads and directs the firm’s overall practice. Michelle limits her practice to the area of family law. She regularly represents clients in divorce/dissolution of marriage, child custody, child support, pension division, removal, maintenance/alimony and post decree matters. She has tried hundreds of family law matters during the course of her practice. From this Michelle has developed excellent skills both in trials and negotiations which she leverages to the benefit of the firm’s clients.. Michelle is proud that most of her clients have been referred to her by previous clients or fellow attorneys. These referrals recognize Michelle’s experience, commitment to aggressive representation and focus on achieving client goals. Michelle knows that going through a family law matter is difficult and provides each client with the personal attention they need to accomplish their goals.. A native of Illinois, Michelle R. Mosby-Scott grew up in Southern Illinois. She obtained her Bachelors of Arts Degree from Eastern Illinois University. Michelle then attended Southern Illinois University where she obtained her Juris Doctor. In law school, Michelle served as Survey Editor of the Law Journal and was selected to participate in the Moot Court program her second and third years. Immediately after graduation, Michelle relocated to Central Illinois where she began practicing law. Michelle founded the law firm of Allison & Mosby-Scott in 2000 with William Allison.. Michelle is a published author and has held leadership positions in the Illinois State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. In 2016 Michelle was selected for membership in the The National Advocates: Top 100 for the state of Illinois. Membership in the The National Advocates: Top 100 is limited to the Top 100 Lawyers from each state or region who serve individuals and families in the legal system.. Michelle and Michael, her husband of over two decades, have three children and live in Bloomington, IL. Michelle enjoys spending time with her family and friends and travel

Firm: Addy, Bush, Neiner & Associates, P.C.

257 East Washington Street , East Peoria , Illinois 61611

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation