Christopher J. Zaruba is a founding partner of Smit Zaruba P.C. who represents clients in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, parentage, guardianship, post-decree disputes, mediation, and collaborative law. He is known for combining practical guidance with strong courtroom advocacy, helping clients pursue favorable outcomes through settlement when possible and litigation when necessary. Before co-founding the firm, Mr. Zaruba spent years handling family law matters in the Chicagoland area and also served as an Assistant State’s Attorney in DuPage County, where he gained substantial trial experience. His background in prosecution, along with his work in contested family law cases, gives him a sharp and strategic approach to representing clients facing difficult personal and legal challenges. To schedule your consultation with our Wheaton, IL Divorce Lawyer, fill out a form online or call us at 630-480-7600.

Leo Sokolov graduated from DePaul University in Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science in 2012, and in 2015 he graduated from The John Marshall Law School now known as University of Illinois Chicago Law School with a J.D. in 2015. He received his LLM degree at John Marshall Law School concentrating in Tax in 2018. While in the Juris Doctor program at John Marshall, he also worked as a teaching assistant to Professor Julie M. Spanbauer and earned a CALI award in Constitutional Law. Prior to passing the bar, Leo gained nearly two years of experience working as a clerk for the Law Office of Michael P. Doman from January, 2014 through November, 2015. He then transitioned to an attorney with the firm and was sworn in as an Illinois Attorney in November, 2015. Leo is a member of the Chicago Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association. He is fluent in Russian.

Adam J. Zayed and his firm Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys. offer unparalleled legal representation to people injured or killed because of the fault of others. Mr. Zayed has built a reputation among his peers in the legal field by providing vigorous yet compassionate representation. Mr. Zayed is a trial lawyer with an emphasis on trucking negligence, car accidents, highway accidents, medical malpractice, premises liability, product liability, construction accidents, and business law.Adam Zayed is active an active member of numerous Bar Associations including the Chicago Bar Association, the DuPage County Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.Adam Zayed obtained his undergraduate degree from Loyola University Chicago with High Honors, and later went on to attain his Juris Doctorate from Notre Dame School of Law, consistently heralded by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top law schools in the nation.In addition to founding one of the fastest growing personal injury practices in the nation, Adam Zayed makes time to represent individuals on a pro bono basis.

A native of Decatur, Illinois. Mr. Rowden graduated from University of Illinois in 1969 and received his Law Degree from University of Iowa in 1972. He is licensed to practice law in the States of Illinois, Iowa, and in United States Federal Courts. Mr. Rowden served as an Assistant State's Attorney in Sangamon County, Springfield, Illinois, from 1972 - 1974. He has been in continuous private practice of law with McCarthy, Rowden & Baker and its predecessors since 1974. He is a member of Breakfast Sertoma and serves on the Decatur Salvation Army Advisory Board. He is a member of the Decatur Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, and Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and serves on the Illinois State Bar Association Committee on Civil Practice and Procedure. He represents clients in Trial and Appellate Courts and before the Illinois Industrial Commission. Mr. Rowden's practice is concentrated in Adoption, Estate Planning/Wills, Family Law, Personal Injury, Probate, Real Estate, and Worker's Compensation.

Meet David Hernandez, a dedicated and experienced bankruptcy lawyer based in the bustling city of Chicago, IL. With a passion for helping individuals and businesses overcome financial challenges, David has built a reputation as a skilled legal professional in the field of bankruptcy law. He is committed to providing his clients with personalized attention and guiding them through the complex legal process with empathy and understanding. Whether you are facing overwhelming debt, creditor harassment, or the threat of foreclosure, David has the expertise to help you find the best path forward. With his extensive knowledge and compassionate approach, David Hernandez is a trusted advocate for anyone seeking relief from financial difficulties in the Chicago area.

Dennis A. Delman is a highly accomplished attorney and a key figure at Delman & Cohen, a reputable law firm situated in Skokie, Illinois. With a strong emphasis on business law, family law, and estate planning, Mr. Delman has built a remarkable career spanning over three decades. However, his expertise extends beyond these core areas, as he has successfully handled a wide range of legal cases, including chancery lawsuits, employer/employee disputes, Social Security disability claims, and mergers and acquisitions involving small businesses. A comprehensive overview of Mr. Delman’s practice areas can be found on the firm’s Practice Area Overview page. Born and raised in Chicago, Mr. Delman pursued his legal education at DePaul University College of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor degree in 1973. Prior to that, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Missouri in 1969. Soon after completing his studies, he was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1974, marking the beginning of his illustrious legal career. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Mr. Delman is frequently appointed by the court to serve as a court-appointed attorney or mediator in family law matters, a testament to his reputation and expertise in the field. Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Delman is an active member of the community, dedicating his time and effort to various philanthropic and recreational pursuits. He serves on the Board of the Cystic Fibrosis Scholarship Foundation, demonstrating his commitment to supporting educational opportunities for those affected by the disease. Additionally, Mr. Delman is involved with the Evanston Community Tennis Association, fostering a love for the sport and promoting its accessibility within the local community. In the past, he has also served on the Board of the Piven Theater, contributing to the vibrant arts scene in the region. Moreover, Mr. Delman’s dedication to the community has extended to youth sports, where he has been involved with Little League and swimming, shaping the lives of young athletes through mentorship and guidance. With his multifaceted legal expertise, distinguished background, and active engagement in community affairs, Dennis A. Delman is a well-respected and highly sought-after attorney. Clients seek his guidance and representation in various legal matters, confident in his ability to provide effective solutions and achieve favorable outcomes. Whether it’s navigating the complexities of business law, resolving sensitive family disputes, or developing comprehensive estate plans, Mr. Delman’s clients benefit from his wealth of experience and unwavering commitment to their best interests. As a principal at Delman & Cohen, Dennis A. Delman continues to make significant contributions to the firm’s success, leveraging his expertise and leadership to guide clients through even the most intricate legal challenges. His passion for the law, dedication to his clients, and involvement in the community exemplify the qualities of an exceptional attorney. With an illustrious career spanning over 30 years, Mr. Delman remains a trusted advocate, respected member of the legal community, and a valuable asset to those he serves.

Since 1985, Riccardo A. DiMonte has been our most active trial lawyer. He concentrates in commercial law matters, contract disputes, construction law, mechanic’s liens, mortgage foreclosures, bankruptcy, civil rights cases and corporate and partnership dissolutions. He has tried multi-million-dollar lender liability and lottery prize cases to verdict, handled numerous state and federal court appeals and regularly practices before the American Arbitration Association. Riccardo is a current member of RD’s Executive Committee. Riccardo has lectured at continuing legal education seminars on commercial law and bankruptcy topics.

Anthony B. Ferraro has extensive experience handling issues involving elder law and Medicaid asset protection planning for long-term care. His clients also come to him regarding assistance in traditional estate planning, “senior” estate planning, trust administration and probate administration. As a trusted legal advisor for over 40 years, Anthony regularly represents maturing families, aging baby boomers, seniors, and their families as well as various fiduciaries such as agents under power of attorney, executors, and trustees to achieve asset protection for individuals and families that have members who have begun the “long-term care journey”. Anthony provides strategies for family members and their fiduciaries regarding 1) Medicaid pre-planning, 2) Medicaid wait-and-see planning, and 3.) Medicaid crisis-planning and other matters pertaining to aging. Anthony’s substantial experience allows him to assist clients and their families in representation for: 1) long-term care planning for nursing home care, 2)nursing home admission contracts, 3) Medicaid planning and asset protection strategies, 4) Medicaid applications for long-term care, 5) Medicaid appeals, 5) special needs planning, 6) life’s inevitable changes from the need for traditional estate planning to planning for ill or institutionalized single persons or spouses, 7) individuals who have developed Alzheimer’s, MS, Parkinson’s and other degenerative health issues requiring a focus on governmental benefits eligibility. Through Anthony’s relationships with attorneys in elder law, locally and nationally, he is focused on the never-ending changes and issues brought to the forefront by state and federal legislatures, and governmental agencies. Anthony remains dedicated to providing service that will guide clients and their families through life’s three phases: maturing years, senior years, and post death years. Anthony has been selected to the Illinois Super Lawyers® list. 2026 marks his tenth year receiving this honor.

Eric G. Patt has a broad-based transactional practice, with a focus on contracts, business acquisition, real estate, and employment-related issues. He also has extensive experience representing municipal governing bodies in the Chicago area, and in counseling their various boards and commissions in municipal law and land use issues. Additionally, Eric has extensive litigation experience, having conducted numerous bench and jury trials in state and federal courts, with substantial appellate experience. Eric is Chair of the Firm’s Municipal Law Practice Group and is actively involved in all aspects of RD’s municipal client representation. He also is the author of Chapter 9: “Representing a Home Rule Municipality” for IICLE’s Municipal Law: Contracts, Litigation, and Home Rule, 2024 and 2020 Editions.

Lee Poteracki concentrates his practice on transactional matters such as business acquisition and sale, entity choice and formation, and commercial real estate transactions as well as leasing of commercial premises. He also counsels on estate planning and administration of trusts and estates, including not only straightforward distributions but also the disposition or succession to ownership of family business interests owned by the trusts or estates of entrepreneurs.