Divorce & Separation lawyers in Illinois Jacob Fulk to Jessica Defino

Firm: Cox & Fulk LLC

202 North Center Street , Bloomington , Illinois 61701

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

J. Harrison Fulk, Esq., practices family law in various Illinois courts including Dissolutions of Marriage, Paternity/Custody/Support cases, Orders of Protection, Guardianships, Adoptions, Name changes including those connected with gender re-identification and blended families, Juvenile cases, Post-judgment disputes, Child Support, Appeals,  and other family and civil litigation.. “Jake” Fulk was born, raised and now resides permanently in Normal, Illinois with his wife and dogs.  He earned his B.A. in Religious Studies from Indiana University with High Distinction, General Honors and Departmental Honors, and his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law, cum laude.  He joined the firm in 2009 after practicing for some time locally as a legal aid attorney concentrating in family law matters.. Before becoming a private family and divorce lawyer, Attorney Fulk received the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ”I Have a Dream” Award for Outstanding Contributions to Human Relations from the Town of Normal in 2001.  He was Associate Editor of the Elder Law Journal at the University of Illinois College of Law and was President of the Undergraduate Religious Studies Association throughout college, where he completed his honors thesis based on thematic patterns in the temples of Varanasi, India and was a member of the National Championship Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl team in 2004.

Firm: Jeanneatte C. Zissis Attorney At Law

121 S. Wilke Rd. , Arlington Heights , Illinois 60005

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Ms. Zissis has vast experience in all aspects of family law, concentrating her practice in divorce; custody; child and spousal support; division of assets; parentage (paternity; negotiation of settlement agreements; and preparation of Pre-and Post-Marital Agreements.. As your attorney, she will offer personalized attention, guidance, emotional support, and common sense solutions to your unique circumstances.

Firm: The Law Office of Kim M. DiGiovanni

400 S County Farm Rd Ste 300 , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: The Law Offices of Christopher D. Edmonds, Ltd.

2255 Enterprise Dr., Suite 5503 , Westchester , Illinois 60154

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jennifer Howe focuses her practice on family law cases including divorce, paternity, child support, custody (now known as the allocation of parental responsibilities), parenting time (formerly visitation), pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and the enforcement and modification of court orders. Jennifer practices primarily in Cook, DuPage, and Kane Counties, and accepts matters in Will County on a case-by-case basis. She is also a court-certified mediator and provides private and court-appointed mediation services.. Every year since 2018, Jennifer has been nominated by her peers and selected to the Super Lawyers’ Illinois Rising Stars list. No more than 2.5% of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.. Jennifer has worked in the area of family law since 2007 when she began her career as a legal assistant for family law attorneys. In 2011, she entered law school and continued to work full time while obtaining her law degree. In 2015, she obtained her Juris Doctorate from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. In law school, she frequently made the Dean’s List and received the Dean’s Scholarship from 2011 – 2014.. Jennifer represents her clients in the manner best suited to the goals of each individual client. She has experience in all types of cases, from amicable, quick, cost-effective matters to highly litigious cases. She is as comfortable negotiating a settlement agreement as she is litigating a case in court. She values her ability to communicate, advocate, and work with her clients to achieve the best possible result during a difficult time. Jennifer has an eye for detail and a straightforward approach, and she strives to meet her client’s expectations.. Jennifer’s strong mediation and negotiation skills come into play both in her litigated matters and in her work with individuals who want to avoid court intervention and reach an agreement amongst themselves through mediation.. Jennifer is a member of the DuPage County Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association. To give back to her community and help those that cannot afford an attorney, she volunteers in the family law divisions of the DuPage County and Cook County courthouses.

Firm: Palmisano Law Group

10760 W 143rd St Ste 63 , Orland Park , Illinois 60462

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jennifer L. Clancy joined the Palmisano Law Group as an Associate Attorney in September, 2011. Jennifer attended Illinois Wesleyan University, where she graduated Cum Laude with a major in Political Science and a minor in Women's Studies. She later earned her law degree from the University of Notre Dame, where she was a member of the Women's Legal Forum and the Notre Dame Legal Aid Clinic.. A native of Oak Lawn, Jennifer  is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association, and the Will County Bar Association. She is also a lifetime member of the Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity.. During her time at Notre Dame, Jennifer  participated in the launching of the Pro Bono at NDLS Program where, in conjunction with the Family Justice Center of St. Joseph County, she assisted victims of domestic violence in the South Bend community obtain Civil Orders of Protection against the perpetrators of abuse. Jennifer  continued her service to victims of domestic violence in the summer of 2009 as a Rule 711 Student Attorney at the Domestic Violence Legal Clinic in Chicago.. At the Notre Dame Legal Aid Clinic, Jennifer  represented clients on both sides of guardianship proceedings, including family members wishing to become the guardian of an incapacitated loved one as well as disabled persons seeking to remove a guardian who didn’t fulfill the duties of the position.. Jennifer uses her passion for family law to zealously advocate for her clients and counsel them through an emotional and challenging time in their lives. At the Palmisano Law Group, Jennifer concentrates her practice on the complex issues that arise in family law matters including custody, visitation, child and spousal support, business valuations and the tracing of marital assets.

Firm: Ciesla Beeler, LLC

191 Waukegan Rd. , Northfield , Illinois 60093

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

An attorney who listens and takes action.  Jennifer has extensive experience in the courtroom to strategically position your case.  But she also has a certificate in mediation to solve problems in creative ways, tailored to your family.

Firm: Dillard & Noel

2024 Hickory Rd Ste 303 , Homewood , Illinois 60430

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I have practiced law for over 25 years, beginning as Corporate Counsel for Playboy Enterprises, Inc. and then in private practice as of October 1993.

Firm: Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Jacobson p.c.

430 West Roosevelt , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

For over 27 years, other attorneys have referred their friends, family and clients to our office to handle their legal matters.  I have lectured on divorce, GAL and eavesdropping.  I have written articles and made new law in Illinois and federal court.  I was the first attorney in Illinois to have a parent's driving privileges taken away for failure to pay child support.  Experience, leadership and professionalism. You know when it’s time…we know the law.

Firm: Flynn Parker-Ross & Associates, LLC

54 N Ottawa Street , Joliet , Illinois 60432

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Attorney Jeannine Parker-Ross has been licensed to practice law in Illinois since 2003 and practices almost exclusively in the area of family law In Will & Grundy counties. Ms Parker-Ross is a founding member of Flynn, Parker-Ross & Associates, LLC. Ms. Parker-Ross zealously represents her clients. She believes in negotiation, where appropriate, and is ready and very capable to represent your interests in court. Ms Parker-Ross will work to ensure your best possible outcome for your situation.. Attorney Parker-Ross represents clients in the areas of divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, DCFS Appeals, Guardianship, Orders of Protection and related family law matters. The initial 30-minute consultation is always free.

Firm: Traub Law Office

P.O. Box 77 , Yorkville , Illinois 60560

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

A general practice firm with an emphasis in the practice of Family Law and Criminal Defense.. At the Traub Law Office, every client matters. That is why extra effort is made to ensure each client is fully informed of their legal options so we can work toward the best possible result for your case.. If you are facing a difficult time in your life, whether it be a divorce, parentage matter, or an arrest, the Traub Law Office is here to help you maneuver the complex legal landscape that lies before you.. Let me put my experience and passion to work for you by scheduling a free initial consultation today!

Firm: Conniff & Keleher, LLC

224 S. Marion Street , Oak Park , Illinois 60302

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

James T. Keleher focuses his practice solely in family law. James began his employment with Conniff Law Offices as an undergrad, then as a law clerk, and, upon graduation from John Marshall Law School, as an associate attorney, and is now a Partner at the firm. James is well respected amongst his peers as a skilled practitioner who is honest and forthright about his client’s goals and objectives. James has a unique combination of knowledge and interpersonal skills that make him an exceptional family law attorney.. James strongly believes that family law issues are best resolved by the parties, particularly when there are children’s issues in dispute. As a father of three young children, James is philosophically opposed to a Judge’s making decisions about other people’s children, rather than the parties’ working together to reach solutions that work best for their unique family. Litigation should be used as a last resort. It is more expensive, and more likely to harm the parties’ post-divorce relationship - the importance of which should not be underestimated where children are involved, and, more importantly, litigation can have a very serious impact on the children.. However, James realizes that not all cases can be resolved through settlement for a variety of reasons, including personality differences, mental illness, and issues such as domestic abuse. James has an extensive litigation background which enables him to provide a full-range of services to his client both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. James has specialized experience in complex divorce litigation. He has been successful at the trial level in child custody and financial cases, and two of those rulings have been affirmed on appeal.. James has recently earned Avvo’s Clients’ Choice Award due to the large number of satisfied clients he has assisted, and he has been named to the National Advocates Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100 attorneys, and the American Institute of Family Law’s 10 Best Attorneys

Firm: Stern Perkoski Mendez

1200 Jorie Blvd , Oak Brook , Illinois 60523

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

We’re proud to announce that Jason Shore, divorce, family and immigration lawyer, joined Stern Perkoski Mendez as Partner on May 1, 2022.. Jason brings more than a decade of immigration law and divorce experience to our firm, as well as a wealth of knowledge to our clients. As a compassionate advocate, he focuses on ensuring children’s best interest in both family and immigration law cases. Jason also works as a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) and provides recommendations to the Court for minor children during parentage (formerly known as custody) cases.. Jason recognizes that when people contact Stern Perkoski Mendez to dissolve their marriage, it’s not just a legal issue—but also a personal challenge. He’s a careful listener who is committed to understanding your situation and ensuring that you understand every step of the legal process as you separate from your spouse.. An expert immigration attorney and strong believer in immigrant rights, Jason also works with clients to obtain the documentation needed to live and work in the United States—including H1B, O-1 and F1 visas. His compassion and determination, along with his fluency in Spanish, make him an asset to each of his immigration clients.. Whether he’s working with a divorce client, on an immigration case or as a GAL, Jason’s biggest priority is keeping kids and families happy. We’re proud to have him on our team. Welcome, Jason!. Jason is accepting new clients for divorce and family law cases, as well as both family-based and employment-based immigration cases. If you’d like to work with Jason, please request a free consultation online or give us a call at. Jason can meet with you at our office in Oakbrook Terrace, via Zoom, or at another location convenient for you.

Firm: Majer, Sheen & Piereth PC

101 E. Somonauk St , Yorkville , Illinois 60560

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: January Family Law, LLC

111 W. Washington St., Suite 1601 , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Law Office of Janice A. Dantes

35 East Wacker Drive Suite 650 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Janice Dantes is a solo practitioner focused on practice areas affecting families namely, estate planning, real estate, family law, and immigration.  As a proud Filipino-American lawyer with humble beginnings at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines, she is committed to serving her fellow kababayan with their legal issues.  As a board member of the Filipino American Lawyers Association of Chicago (FALA), she hopes to continue promoting the interests of Filipino-American attorneys and also pave the way for young Filipinos interested in a legal career. Janice completed her undergraduate education at the University of Chicago and received her JD from DePaul University College of Law.  She is also a wife and mother to a wonderful little boy who accompanies her to many of her legal functions.   Janice can be reached by phone at or by email at

Firm: The Law Offices of Janet K. Maxwell-Wickett

1855 Rohlwing Road , Rolling Meadows , Illinois 60008

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

When I started my own practice, my goal was to provide my clients with compassionate, competent legal representation, and open, effective communication. That was and continues to be my goal with each and every client. My practice focuses mainly on family law issues including divorce, parentage, child custody and support, post-decree issues, pre-marital agreements, adoption and guardianship and I am a trained divorce mediator. I also frequently represent clients in domestic violence and order of protection cases, criminal misdemeanor, traffic offense, and landlord/tenant cases.  The divorce process is emotional and life changing and the associated legal process can be daunting. My goal is to listen carefully to my clients, provide them with excellent legal representation, and ease the transition through the divorce process. My philosophy is to reach amicable solutions whenever possible in order to reduce stress, emotional strain, and litigation costs. However, amicable resolutions are not always possible. In those instances, as a trained litigator, my philosophy is to protect the rights of my clients and zealously advocate for their interests.I believe in educating and empowering my clients and assisting them in moving past adversity. I pledge to provide you with competent legal representation and open, accessible communication whether you are involved in a contentious or uncontested family law matter, domestic violence, order of protection, criminal misdemeanor, landlord/tenant or traffic offense matter. I provide a free 30-minute consultation. Please contact me by phone at or email.

Firm: Family Law Solutions Chicago

180 N. LaSalle St , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Working through some of the hardest times in people’s lives and helping them start a new life is why Janet Boyle focuses her practice on family and matrimonial law.. Family law is complicated. The impact on the lives of everyone involved cannot be minimized, but Janet helps her clients discover that life will go on, and in many cases, will be better. Her clients quickly learn they are not on this journey alone, but have a partner and advocate who is personally involved, particularly through the significant events in their cases. It’s rewarding to find the right solution for them whether through mediation, negotiation or litigation.. More than 35 years in the field of family law has solidified Janet’s expertise in helping to prevent family problems and avoid issues catching her clients by surprise. With a Masters in Taxation and superior expertise in the financial implications of divorce, Janet is adept at sorting through complex financial matters that arise during the separation of assets. Divorces involving high-net-worth individuals, business owners, professionals, and executives can become extremely complicated and require her expert level of knowledge and experience.. Janet serves on a number of professional organizations and is a guest speaker at bar associations, law schools, and continuing legal education programs. She also gives back to her community serving on committees and boards of several organizations in the northwest suburbs, including three terms as the Chair of Northwest Community Hospital Foundation Board in Arlington Heights, where she continues in a leadership role.

Firm: Nagle & Giese, P.C.

400 S. Knoll St. , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jane E. Nagle is a founding partner of Nagle & Giese, P.C., and she concentrates her practice primarily in the areas of divorce and family law in DuPage, Cook, Will, Kane, Kendall, Lake and surrounding collar counties. Over the years, Jane has handled numerous pre-decree and post-decree divorce cases as well as paternity, child support enforcement, and contested cases involving the allocation of parental decision-making and parenting time. Jane is also experienced in handling chapter 7 bankruptcy cases as well as negotiating various types of unsecured debts, obtaining excellent settlements for her clients facing financial hardship.. Through her years of experience, Jane has developed the ability to determine the most effective strategy to help her individual clients reach their goals and desired outcomes in their cases. She understands that some cases require an aggressive litigation strategy, while others benefit from and are quickly resolved with skillful negotiation and settlement discussions. Jane is compassionate toward her clients as she helps them navigate through the litigation process.. Jane has been named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star for six consecutive years, a designation reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys under forty years old in Illinois and was named an Illinois Super Lawyer in 2024 and 2025. Jane currently serves as the Chair on the Standing Committee on the Illinois Bar Journal Editorial Board, is on the board of the DuPage County Bar Association, is a member of the DCBA Bar Journal editorial board and the former Chair of the DuPage County Bar Association Family Law Section.  Jane is an active member of the DuPage County and Illinois State Bar Associations.. Jane received her law degree from DePaul University College of Law and graduated from Indiana University – Bloomington with her Bachelor of Arts in both International Studies and Spanish with a minor in Italian. During law school, Jane worked as an extern for the Honorable Judge Michael Panter in both the Domestic Relations and Law Divisions. Jane was a member of and associate editor for the DePaul Law Review in which she had an article published in 2012.

Firm: The Law Offices of James M. Kelly

600 N. North Court, suite 115 , Palatine , Illinois 60067

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Attorney James M. Kelly believes that every case is really a matter of problem-solving. Drawing on his 20 years of legal experience, James M. Kelly helps clients in Palatine, Illinois, and the surrounding areas find effective solutions in family law, bankruptcy, estate planning and criminal defense.. He understands the financial and emotional difficulties his clients face. As such, he works personally with each one toward the most cost-effective and fair resolutions for his or her case.. Attorney Kelly is deeply committed to finding amicable solutions wherever possible. As an active member of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, he uses his negotiation and mediation skills to help clients work through their issues without going to trial wherever possible. However, he is always prepared to represent their interests in court if necessary.. To learn more about our lawyer's qualifications, commitments and accomplishments, please follow the link below.

Firm: McSwain, Nagle & Giese, P.C.

400 S. Knoll Street Suite B , Wheaton , Illinois 60187

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

From a young age, Jessica knew that she had a passion for family law. Jessica finds family law extremely rewarding because she has the ability to counsel and advise clients during the hardest time in their lives. She particularly enjoys being a certified Guardian ad Litem for minor children in DuPage County while helping parents resolve issues of parenting time and allocation of decision-making responsibilities.. Jessica is a graduate of The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois and is authorized to practice law in the State of Illinois. Throughout law school, Jessica worked as a law clerk at a DuPage County family law firm, concentrating on family law and plaintiff employment law matters. In her last year of law school, Jessica worked as a judicial extern with presiding Judge Pamela Loza in the Cook County Domestic Relations Parentage Division, where she gained extensive knowledge in parentage cases and assisted Judge Loza with preparing her written decisions and assisting pro se parties. During her time in law school, Jessica maintained herself on the Dean’s List. She graduated from the University of Iowa with honors, earning a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Communication Studies (with a focus on debate) and a double minor in Spanish and Human Rights. During her time at the University of Iowa, Jessica was a co-founder of the Students for Human Rights Group. Jessica was also inducted into the Lambda Pi Eta Honors Society, which was given to students that obtained a 3.6 or higher GPA in their Communication Studies classes. Jessica also worked closely with one of her professors on a gender studies research and writing project that was ultimately published.. Before joining Kollias & Giese, P.C., Jessica worked at a mid-size family law firm in DuPage County where she gained extensive knowledge and experience in the domestic relations area of law. Since graduation from law school, Jessica has concentrated her practice solely in family law matters. Jessica has handled numerous pre-decree, post-decree, parentage, child support, adoption, appeals, relocation, orders of protection, and Guardian ad litem cases, including contested cases involving the modification of parenting time and allocation of decision-making responsibilities.. Jessica is the Treasurer for the DuPage Justinian Society of Lawyers and Vice Chair of the DuPage County Bar Association New Lawyers Division. Jessica is an active member of the DuPage Justinian Society of Lawyers, DuPage County Bar Association, DuPage Association of Women Lawyers, Kane County Bar Association, and the Illinois State Bar Association.