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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In family law, choosing the right attorney is crucial. At our Aurora law office, we focus on building a strong attorney-client relationship with you, grounded in open, honest communication. Our attorneys in Aurora, IL, are dedicated to guiding you toward the most favorable outcomes in your family law cases. We appreciate the significant impact these decisions can have on your personal life, financial security, and future, and we're committed to helping you navigate these challenges effectively.
Divorce, especially when children are involved, can be complex and emotionally taxing. As your legal advocates, we ensure your future interests are protected, prioritizing the welfare of your children as a Certified Guardian Ad Litem. Our team in Aurora is adept at handling sensitive issues like the allocation of parental responsibilities, parenting time, and property division, striving to make the process as smooth as possible for you and your family.
Family law encompasses a wide range of issues, from divorce to paternity cases and adoption. Our law office in Aurora offers comprehensive services in this emotionally charged and complex field. Whether you're navigating the challenges of an amicable divorce, determining parental responsibilities, or exploring adoption, our team is here to support you every step of the way. We aim to handle your legal matters in a way that benefits not only your present situation but also your future, ensuring the well-being of your family is at the forefront.
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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.
Schedule a ConsultationLearn More About The FirmI 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!
In this article, our Aurora lawyers explain the current state of Illinois child support law. We discuss the new "income shares" model for calculating child support obligations, how child support is treated differently in "shared parenting situations," when Illinois courts can deviate from child support guidelines, and when child support orders can be modified in Illinois.
In this article, our Aurora attorneys explain why revocable living trusts are an important part of a good estate plan. The most common purpose of a revocable living trust is to ensure that if you own real estate or more than $100,000 in assets, a costly, stressful, and lengthy probate case will not be necessary to distribute your assets to your loved ones when you pass. If you have a revocable living trust, your loved ones will have immediate access to your assets without a good portion of their inheritance being consumed in probate attorney fees and court costs.
In this article, our Aurora attorneys explain when probate is required in Illinois. Probate is a court case in which the court oversees the distribution of a deceased person's ("decedent") assets to creditors and heirs. Probate is generally required in order for the estate executor or administrator to have the power to collect and distribute assets if the decedent owned real estate individually outside of a trust or had more than $100,000 in assets outside of a trust or a payable-on-death account with a living beneficiary.