Divorce & Separation lawyers in Illinois Donna Polinske to Jaclyn DeSana

Firm: Polinske & Associates, P.C.

701 North Main Street , Edwardsville , Illinois 62025

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I have been licensed since 1991, and have worked in various fields, including Federal section 1983 actions and as a prosecutor for the St. Louis County Counselor's Office.  For the past 14 years I have specialized in Family Law.. I am married with 3 children.  I love to spend time with my family, going to their sporting events or just being home.   I'm an avid runner, and have run 7 marathons and countless half marathons.

Firm: The Law Office of George J. Skuros

1580 N. Northwest Highway, Suite 12 , Park Ridge , Illinois 60068

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

George J. Skuros is a versatile family law and divorce attorney who represents individuals and families from his offices in Park Ridge and Downtown Chicago. Having more than 30 years of legal experience, Attorney Skuros works diligently to help his clients achieve their goals both inside and outside of the courtroom. Understanding that the legal system can be intricate and overwhelming, Attorney Skuros utilizes open communication to ensure that his clients are knowledgeable of all aspects of their case. Recognized as a passionate advocate, Attorney Skuros offers free consultations.

Firm: Slingerland & Clark, P.C.

499 E. State St. , Sycamore , Illinois 60178

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jack C. Slingerland received a Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola University of Chicago School of Law.. Jack is the city Attorney for Genoa, IL. He has served as a DeKalb County Assistant State’s Attorney, as the DeKalb County Public Defender, and as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Illinois. He served as a member of the legislative staff of the Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, Michael J. Madigan.. Jack has been in private practice of law for more than 23 years, and now is the co-owner of Slingerland & Clark, P.C. He is admitted to practice in federal and state courts, is a member of the Kane County Bar Association, and is a member and past president of the DeKalb County Bar Association.

Firm: Diamond Legal, P.C.

3431 W. Elm Street, Ste A , Mchenry , Illinois 60050

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

In recognition of J.P.'s skill set, he was named to the Super Lawyers list as Illinois’ “Rising Stars” in the area of Family Law in 2024 and 2025. This peer nominated honor is bestowed on only a small fraction of the attorneys in Illinois.. During J.P.'s law school career, he was awarded a Certificate in Family Law through achieving a high-grade point average in courses geared towards Family Law. He is dedicated and motivated to attain the best possible outcome for every client.

Firm: Baba Law LLC

7330 N. Cicero Ave. , Lincolnwood , Illinois 60712

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: McSwain Nagle Giese & Rapp P.C.

400 South Knoll St. , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Hannah concentrates her practice in the areas of divorce, post-decree, child custody and probate matters. While attending law school, Hannah spent two years working for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office. During this time, Hannah drafted numerous appellate briefs that were filed with the First District Appellate Court of Illinois, and tried over twenty bench trials within the Felony Trial Division under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711. Understanding the emotional strain and the uncertainty of many of her client's situations, Hannah values her clients' well-being and works efficiently to settle conflicts outside of court, as well as resolving these conflicts through litigation. Every day, Hannah's main priority is to achieve successful outcomes for her clients.. Hannah is a graduate of The John Marshall Law School. As a student, Hannah was a member of the John Marshall Moot Court Competition team, finishing as an Octofinalist in the National Child Welfare and Adoption Moot Court Competition, and served as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Skills II.. Hannah is a member of the DuPage County Bar Association, the Illinois Bar Association, and the Chicago Bar Association.

Firm: Rohan Law, LLC

111 West Jackson, Suite 1700 , Chicago , Illinois 60604

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Grace Rohan (formerly Doherty) is the owner and principal attorney at Rohan Law, LLC, a family law firm she founded in January of 2019. Grace counsels clients on a wide range of divorce-related matters, such as child custody/decision-making, child support, college contribution, maintenance/alimony, visitation/parenting time, relocation and removal, property division, parentage, contempt and enforcement proceedings, legal separation, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, LGBTQ family law matters, domestic violence, post-dissolution conflicts, and financial planning.. Grace has completed the Divorce Mediation Skills Training program at Northwestern University, which skills and techniques she uses to resolve both amicable and high-conflict family matters. She has received a Clients' Choice award on the online attorney rating system AVVO because of her positive reviews from former clients. She has also been recognized as an Emerging Lawyer by Leading Lawyers Magazine, a designation given to fewer than 2% of the attorneys in Illinois.. Grace spent eight years practicing exclusively family law at a large well-known Chicago family law firm prior to beginning her own practice. She continues to exclusively practice family law. Grace is a graduate of Chicago-Kent College of Law, the University of Illinois- Urbana-Champaign, and Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School. She resides in Beverly, on the southside of Chicago, with her husband and two children.. Bar Admissions:Illinois Supreme Court. Education:Northwestern University Divorce Mediation Skills Training, Certified MediatorChicago Kent College of Law, Dean’s Honor List, Juris DoctorateUniversity of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign, Dean’s Honor List, Bachelor of ScienceMother McAuley Liberal Arts High School. Awards and Recognitions:Named an Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyer’s MagazineRecipient, AVVO Client’s Choice Award. Professional Memberships and Volunteer Services:Professional Women’s Club of Chicago, MemberIllinois State Bar Association, MemberWomen's Bar Association of Illinois, MemberLady Lawyers Who Lunch, Member

Firm: Bruning & Associates, PC

1990 E. Algonquin Road , Schaumburg , Illinois 60193

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: The Law Office of Gina L. Colaluca, LLC

444 West Lake Street , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Gina L. Colaluca began working as an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Laura A. Holwell in 2013, where she practiced family law. In 2016, Gina continued to work with the Holwell family as an Associate Attorney at Holwell Law Group, LLC. Recently, Gina opened her own practice and is now the owner of The Law Office of Gina L. Colaluca, LLC, where she continues to focus her practice in Family Law, Domestic Violence, and Civil Appeals. Gina has extensive experience managing both contested and uncontested divorces, custody disputes, child support matters, cases involving domestic violence, and civil appeals. Recently, Gina successfully argued an attorney fee issue at the Illinois Supreme Court.. In 2012, Gina graduated Magna Cum Laude from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. During law school, Gina served as a Lead Articles Editor on The John Marshall Law Review Editorial Board (Fall 2011, Spring 2012) and also obtained CALI awards for Criminal Law (Spring 2010) and Children and the Legal System (Spring 2011) for the highest grade in these classes. During law school, Gina gained valuable experience as a law clerk for a boutique family law firm, an intern for the Department of Children and Family Services, and an intern for the Domestic Relations Division of the Office of the Public Guardian. Prior to beginning her legal career, Gina attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, where she graduated with Highest Distinction in 2009. She earned a bachelor's degree in English, and obtained minors in Psychology, Music, and Political Science.

Firm: Fred A. Joshua P.C.

10005 South Roberts Road , Palos Hills , Illinois 60465

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

With a reputation among judges and peers alike, Fred A. Joshua has dedicated his career to guiding families through legal challenges with empathy and expertise. As one of Illinois’s foremost family law attorneys, he skillfully handles everything from divorce and custody disputes to child support, parentage, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. His deep knowledge of evidence rules and civil procedure makes him a powerful advocate in the courtroom, where he tried multiple significant cases in 2020. Mr. Joshua prefers to achieve fair outcomes through negotiation and mediation but does not hesitate to go to trial when necessary, believing that only the prospect of a formal hearing can secure just settlements in difficult cases. Serving clients in Cook, DuPage, and Will Counties—including service members, police officers, firefighters, and union workers—he combines strategic legal advice with a compassionate approach to help families move forward.

Firm: Law Firm of Duane St Pierre, PC

855 E Palatine Rd Ste 220 , Palatine , Illinois 60074

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Leaving the farmlands of central Illinois, Duane graduated in 1973 from Southern Illinois University with Bachelor of Science Degrees in both Accounting and Finance. After a few years of practice as a Certified Public Accountant, Duane was awarded the Juris Doctor degree from the Illinois Institute Technology-Chicago Kent College of Law. Duane is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and the United States Supreme Court.. Having received the coveted American Jurisprudence Award in Criminal Procedure while in law school, Duane also pursed his interests in the field of forensic accounting and investigative techniques, surveillance, and security. Duane is a Licensed Private Detective by the State of Illinois.        Because of his accounting and legal background and sensitivity toward the vulnerable and unprotected, Duane was often appointed Guardian ad litem by the Cook County Probate Judges to represent minor children, the elderly, and disabled persons.. Establishing his law firm in Chicago and Palatine, Illinois, Duane represents clients in family law matters where he litigates diverse and sophisticated property and family law issues at the trial and appellate levels.

Firm: Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C.

1990 E Algonquin Rd Ste 230 , Schaumburg , Illinois 60173

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

The Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C. is an experienced Family & Divorce Law Firm representing clients throughout the greater Chicago area in a variety of legal matters related to family law.  Our experienced attorneys understand that navigating your way through divorce and separation can be one of the more difficult times in one’s life.  Having an attorney that can understand your personal and legal issues is extremely important when going through a matter such as a divorce.  Our dedicated family law team will work closely with you to help ensure the best possible outcome in divorce or other family law issue.. We have convenient office locations both in Schaumburg and downtown Chicago.  Contact our offices today to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.

Firm: Chicago Mosaic Law LLC

4311 N Ravenswood, Suite 100 , Chicago , Illinois 60613

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Evan D. Whitfield brings a 21st century touch to family law. As a former elite athlete having competed on a world stage, Whitfield brings the same tenacity, discipline and commitment to his family law practice. His unique perspective and diverse leadership experiences on the field have translated to courtroom success. Whitfield is an astute legal strategist whose focus, determination and competitive spirit are equally matched with his personable, relationship focused style of counsel. He connects with his clients and collaborates with them to bring about the best possible result for their cases. Whitfield makes the complex understandable, builds trust quickly and shepherds his clients through difficult terrain with ease.. Whitfield has made his mark as a family law counselor being recognized by many in the industry most recently as a 2018 Illinois Rising Stars by Super Lawyers Magazine for the 3rd straight year. He’s also been named to the Leading Lawyer’s Emerging Lawyer lists from 2015-2018 as well as a Top 40 Trial Lawyer Under 40 back in 2014.. After a professional soccer career that took him to the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and to Belgium’s 1st Division of Soccer, Whitfield earned his Juris Doctor degree from DePaul University, College of Law with a certificate in family law.  While still playing professional soccer he earned an MA in Organizational Management from the University of Phoenix.  Whitfield obtained his Bachelors of Arts in Biological Anthropology & Anatomy with a focus in Primatology from Duke University.. In addition to his law practice, Whitfield gives back to his communities by volunteering for the American Bar Association, the Midwest Olympic Committee and Good Sports, Inc. When not practicing law, Evan enjoys reading and quality time with his spouse and young daughter.

Firm: Benckendorf & Benckendorf, P.C.

101 NE Randolph Ave , Peoria , Illinois 61606

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Blacha Law Office, LLC

40 Shuman Blvd., Ste. 118 , Naperville , Illinois 60563

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Birnbaum, Haddon, Gelfman & Arnoux, LLC

400 Knoll St Ste A , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Law Office of Elizabeth Lidd Factor, P.C.

1030 S La Grange Rd Ste 5 , La Grange , Illinois 60525

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

17070 S Park Ave Ste K , South Holland , Illinois 60473

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

The Law Office of Elfreda Dockery is a woman owned, general practice firm providing legal services in the areas of Domestic Relations, Probate, Real Estate, Administrative Hearings, Civil Litigation, Criminal defense and document drafting.. The primary goal of this practice is to provide excellent legal service based on sound, practical legal advice through the utilization of creative solutions on a cost effective basis while maintaining the utmost professional and ethical standards.. As a means of working towards reducing a client’s legal costs, when possible, the firm will provide services on a flat fee basis, and work hard to avoid the high costs of litigation. For matters requiring on-going litigation over an extended period of time, services will be provided at an hourly rate and payment plan. All will be discussed and agreed upon prior to the first meeting.. Elfreda Dockery is a title agent for First American Title and South Suburban Title Companies and the firm has represented clients in all six (6) districts of Cook County, Will County, DuPage County and Rock Island, Illinois in addition to the states of Michigan and Ohio on a pro hac vice basis.

Firm: Urban & Burt , Ltd.

5320 159th Street , Oak Forest , Illinois 60452

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Merel Family Law

440 W Randolph St. , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jackie is a skilled and compassionate attorney who is dedicated to helping her clients deal with difficult situations. During her time at the John Marshall Law School, Jackie dedicated her time to helping underserved communities at the John Marshall Law School Pro Bono Clinic representing individuals in foreclosure and bankruptcy proceedings, as well as victims of State violence and excessive force in Federal Court. While in law school, Jackie also practiced at the Cook County Public Defender's Office, Juvenile Justice Division, and using her Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 license, tried two full jury trials and numerous bench trials. Jackie was also a member of the John Marshall Trial Advocacy Team.. Following law school, Jackie worked as an Attorney and Volunteer Recruitment Specialist with First Defense Legal Aid, a non-profit that represents individuals arrested in Chicago and conducts Know Your Rights Trainings for low-income communities in Chicago. Through her work there, Jackie became and effective and confident communicator and learned how to keep calm in the face of adversity and how to counsel clients through the most difficult of situations. It is Jackie's care and compassion for her clients that makes her a fierce advocate for their rights and drives her to work hard to get them the outcomes they deserve.. Jackie now practices in the area of Family Law concentrating on Divorce and Child Custody cases. Jackie brings her best client counseling and advocacy skills to each and every one of her cases and does her best to settle her client's conflict efficiently and outside of court. Jackie is currently a member of the Dupage County Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, and the National Lawyer's Guild.