Finding an attorney who is a “real person” can be difficult. Many attorneys surround themselves almost exclusively with other attorneys and are accustomed to speaking in ivory tower legalese. You should be able to connect with your attorney on a personal level, and he or she should speak to you in plain language that you can understand. You will be working very closely with this person on issues that are very important to you. It is important that he or she be down-to-earth and someone that you connect with.
The most common complaint that clients have of their attorneys is that the attorney is unreachable, does not communicate with them regularly, or does not promptly return your calls. Your attorney should reach out to you about your case regularly and respond within 24 hours to calls and e-mails. An open line of communication between you and your attorney is essential to building trust.
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Your attorney’s goal should not be to win at all costs. Rather, it should be to achieve a favorable outcome for you as efficiently as possible. It is important that your attorney set realistic expectations at the outset as to the costs you should expect, the concerns that the attorney has about the outcome of your case, and the length of time that you should expect your case to take.
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Family law covers a lot of ground from divorce to child custody each with its own set of challenges and emotional tolls. Our Palatine family lawyers are well versed in these issues and take a holistic approach to each case with compassion and understanding.
Divorce and Separation: Divorce brings about big life changes and uncertainty, especially when it involves complex asset division or child-related issues. A divorce lawyer is essential in navigating these complexities to ensure all legal procedures are properly followed. Here’s how we can help:
Success Story: Client Focused: Meet Sarah, a Palatine mom of two who was facing the possibility of losing primary custody to her ex-husband. Sarah was overwhelmed, worried about the impact on her children and their future. We stepped in to mediate, using collaborative law techniques to address the concerns of both parents. Through mediation, we not only preserved Sarah’s custody rights but also improved the co-parenting relationship, reducing future conflict and providing stability for the children.
Post-Divorce Modifications: Life doesn’t stop after a divorce decree is entered. Changes in jobs, relocation, or changes in a child’s needs may require changes to custody or support orders. We help clients:
Our Palatine divorce lawyers, and experienced attorneys, will guide you through the process, armed with up-to-date knowledge and years of family law experience. We understand the emotional and financial burden our clients face and tailor our approach to your individual needs and exceed your expectations.
Our family law practice areas include divorce, child custody, visitation, domestic violence, and prenuptial agreements.
Mediation and Conflict Resolution: We believe in the power of mediation to resolve disputes quickly. By creating a collaborative atmosphere we often help clients find common ground on issues like spousal support and property division that might otherwise turn into lengthy court battles.
Whether you’re facing a family law challenge from the uncertainty of a contested divorce to post-divorce modifications, our Palatine family law attorneys are here to help. We want to minimize stress for you and your children and get you the representation you need to get the best result. If you’re overwhelmed by family law issues, let us help you get clarity and solutions today.
Our law office offers comprehensive legal services, with our lawyers and paralegals having experience with the subtleties of your legal issue while also considering how other areas of law impact your case. We look at angles that an attorney who only practices in one area of law might not see.
Some issues, including family law cases, are quick and need to be done fast. You want those done quickly and at the lowest cost possible. But for more complicated cases we take the time to get it right and work hard to get the result you want.
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The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team. Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys. Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us. They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates. We are here to help!
Family mediation is one of several alternative dispute resolution options available to couples in Illinois seeking to resolve issues involving either a divorce or parenting issues. Other alternatives to litigation include collaborative divorce, cooperative divorce, and arbitration.
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For unwed mothers, if the father's name is not on the birth certificate, he has no legal relationship to the child and no legal rights to the child. Unwed mothers can refuse the child's father's name be added to the birth certificate, but this has legal ramifications that should not be ignored.
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