Matt Shaw is a knowledgeable attorney who concentrates his practice in the areas of family law, divorce, and mediation. Having more than 30 years of legal experience, Attorney Shaw understands how to help his clients achieve legal success through the use of effective and efficient strategies. Located in St. Charles, Attorney Shaw and his legal team provide legal help to individuals and families throughout Northern Illinois, including Kane County, DuPage County, DeKalb County, Kendall County, and the surrounding areas. To schedule a free consultation with Attorney Shaw, visit his website or call 630-584-5550.

Attorney Alex Fawell is a second-generation family law and divorce attorney based in Wheaton, Illinois. He is well versed in a wide variety of family law and divorce issues including, child support and custody, visitation, alimony, adoption and more. Currently, he serves on the Editorial Board of the DuPage County Bar Association and was also formerly a member of the DCBA Membership Committee. He has litigated hundreds of family law cases in DuPage, Kane, Will, Cook and several other counties throughout Northern Illinois, which has given him the necessary experience to help advocate for individuals and families. To schedule your free consultation, contact them at 630-871-2400.

Jessica Sendek is a knowledgeable family law and divorce attorney who represents individuals and families throughout DuPage, Cook, Will, and Kane counties. Understanding that every case is unique, Attorney Sendek personally works with each of her clients to better understand their needs. Experienced with settlement negotiations and contested litigation, Attorney Sendek is always prepared to help. Having practiced in family law her entire career, Jessica is also trained as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in DuPage County, practicing mediation and collaborative law. Located in Wheaton, IL, Attorney Sendek offers a free consultation. For legal help, visit her website, or call 630-358-9029.

Marissa’s main areas of concentration are family law matters such as Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Visitation and Adoption. Marissa is also a court approved family Mediator and Guardian ad Litem in Kane and Dekalb County. In addition, Marissa is one of the few Kane County foreclosure mediators for the sixteenth judicial circuit. Marissa is an active member of the Kane County Bar Association, DeKalb County Bar Association, Du Page County Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association. In addition, Marissa is a member of the Kane County Family Law Committee.

Tricia D. Goostree knew from childhood that she wanted to become an attorney, and her passion for litigation took shape at Eastern Illinois University, where she competed on the mock trial team. She later attended the John Marshall Law School on a Dean’s Scholarship, won the Dean Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition, earned a Moot Court Executive Board scholarship, and competed in regional and interstate moot court competitions. During law school, she interned with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office in the consumer fraud division and served as a Supreme Court Rule 711 clerk with the Chicago Legal Clinic, where her commitment to family law began through work involving divorce, Orders of Protection, child support enforcement, and appearances in Cook County’s Domestic Relations division. Since 2002, Tricia has devoted her practice exclusively to family law and domestic relations, handling complex financial disputes, maintenance, contested custody matters, and appeals throughout Kane, DuPage, Kendall, DeKalb, and Cook counties. As the founder and managing partner of Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois, she is known for combining courtroom strength with integrity, compassion, and a practical understanding of clients’ lives. Her service includes work with Prairie State Legal Services, the Northern Illinois Food Bank, pro bono clients, and the Kane County Bar Association & Foundation. She has also earned recognition as an Illinois Super Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyer, and Best Lawyer. Outside the office, Tricia enjoys baseball, competitive bodybuilding, traveling, and exploring new places with her husband. To schedule a consultation with Tricia, visit her website, or call 630-584-4800.

Chuck’s practice includes family law, divorce and business litigation, representing a wide range of clients, including business owners, medical professionals, and individuals with offshore interests. He holds Fellowships in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers, distinctions recognizing attorneys with exceptional skill and integrity. Recognizing that preparation is vital, he devotes substantial time to client meetings and remains accessible at all hours, ensuring immediate support when emergencies arise. Raised in Naperville, Illinois, Chuck studied engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and worked at Ford Motor Company before earning his law degree from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 1983. He is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and is a member of the Federal Trial Bar in Chicago. Recognized by the Illinois Supreme Court for his service to the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, he also speaks frequently on ethics, professionalism, and Guardian ad Litem issues. Chuck enjoys snowmobiling, spending time on the water, and sharing life with his wife Linda—a registered dietician—and their extended family, which now includes four lawyers, a paralegal, a television news producer, and two grandchildren. Call 630-668-4211 or complete our contact form for your free consultation today or to learn more about our services and fees.

Wendy M. Musielak is a partner at Musielak & Rosinski LLC in Wheaton, Illinois. Admitted to the Illinois bar in 2003, she represents individuals and families in divorce and other family law matters, including complex litigation and appeals. Her practice includes child custody and parental responsibilities, parenting time, child support, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements. Wendy also helps clients explore collaborative law and mediation as alternatives to traditional litigation. These approaches give families opportunities to work toward agreements on financial and parenting issues outside the courtroom. She is a fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Wendy earned her undergraduate degree in Finance and Management, summa cum laude, from DePaul University in 1999 and her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2003. Her professional background includes serving as a staff attorney for the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit Court and teaching in DePaul University's Department of Management. She is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. Supreme Court. A past president of the DuPage County Bar Association, Wendy served in that role during 2020–2021 and received the association's Lawyer of the Year award in 2013. Her recognition also includes the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers' Inspirational Woman Award in 2021 and selection to Illinois Super Lawyers beginning in 2018.

At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, our attorneys are highly experienced in their areas of practice. If you are seeking a modification of a child support order, are considering filing a claim against your employer for wrongful termination, or planning to file a suit against a contractor who provided shoddy construction, contact our Wheaton, Illinois, lawyers to discuss your legal needs. Family Law Attorneys Our family law and divorce lawyers believe that clients educated about the divorce process make better decisions. To that end, we spend the time needed to describe what is likely to occur during the legal proceedings, the options available, and the pros and cons of each option. Our comprehensive divorce and family law practice includes helping clients facing matters such as: Divorce / Family Law Mediation / Collaborative Family Law Child Custody and Visitation Maintenance / Alimony Child Support Property Distribution Enforcement and Modification of Orders For more information about divorce and family law, visit our Family Law Practice Center or our Family Law FAQ . Employment Litigation Attorneys Our employment litigation attorneys help employees whose rights have been violated under both federal and state employment laws. Whether you have been the victim of sexual harassment, or believe that you have suffered employment discrimination because of your sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, or veteran status, our employment lawyers can help. For more information about sexual harassment.

William J. Stogsdill is the founder and managing member of The Stogsdill Law Firm, P.C, a ten-attorney firm, concentrating in domestic relations law, located in Wheaton, Illinois. William earned his Juris Doctorate from John Marshall Law School in 1974 and was admitted to the Bar on October 1, 1974. William was also licensed to practice in the Northern District Federal Court since 1974 and licensed to practice in the United States Supreme Court in 1980. To schedule a consultation with Attorney Stogsdill, visit his website, or call 630-462-9500. After Hour New Client Telephone Number: 630-690-6077

Nicholas W. Richardson is a Palatine, Illinois, divorce and family law attorney serving clients throughout Chicago’s northwest suburbs, including Cook, DuPage, Kane, and McHenry counties. He founded The Law Office of Nicholas W. Richardson, P.C. in 2009 and provides personalized guidance to individuals and families navigating difficult transitions. His practice includes divorce, child custody and parenting matters, child support, spousal support, property division, paternity, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri School of Law in 2003 and was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2004. Attorney Richardson takes a straightforward, attentive approach, listening to each client’s concerns and developing a legal strategy around their circumstances and goals. Trained in divorce mediation and collaborative law, he helps clients explore cooperative solutions while providing courtroom advocacy when litigation is necessary. He emphasizes direct communication, regular case updates, and practical guidance throughout the legal process. Prospective clients can schedule a free initial consultation, with evening and weekend appointments available.