Family Law

As a family law firm, we are dedicated to helping you make the best of a challenging situation. Our attorneys have represented clients across Lake County, Illinois for a number of years. We have over 24 years of combined experience serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding communities. Our team is well-respected and well-connected and knows the county’s legal system and personnel extremely well. We are committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcome and pride ourselves on client communication.

Serving Clients in Waukegan & Across Lake County, Illinois

Divorce & Paternity Cases

We provide representation for divorce and paternity cases. During your free consultation, we will discuss the applicable laws, the process, and the expectations for everyone involved or considering the dissolution proceeding or paternity matter. We will draft the paperwork (link to forms page) and represent clients in contested and uncontested matters.

Parental Allocation Responsibilities

Formerly called custody, parental allocation responsibility rulings determine the best allocation of decision-making and parenting time for individuals. We work with our clients to help them understand the current law and their options. Our goal is to help you find the solution that best fits the needs of your child and family.

Maintenance

Formerly known as alimony, maintenance matters help to determine if a party is eligible to receive support or is subject to pay support to their ex-spouse. We will work with you to determine your eligibility or the appropriate type of support you should provide.

Child Support

There are many factors which play into child support, such as parents’ incomes, custody agreements, daycare expenses, health insurance coverage, and more. We will provide you with an explanation of the current statute and considerations by the court in calculating the appropriate support amount. Our goal is to protect your interests and help you get a fair result.

Mediation

When you choose us for mediation services, you will work with a neutral third party to help both parties reach a mutual agreement on unresolved issues. Mediation can help both parties achieve more satisfactory results in their case and resolve issues without litigation. We offer voluntary mediation and court-appointed mediation services.

Guardian ad Litem & Child Representative

To assist in the determination of the best interests for children, Ms. Anderson serves as court-appointed Guardian ad Litem or Child Representatives. In this role, she submits a report or testifies as to what situation meets the best interests of the child.

When you choose our firm, we will take the time to get to know you, your situation, and your needs. To schedule your free consultation, please contact us today at 847-336-7373.