Divorce & Family Law

James A. Fisher is a shareholder and President of the Vandervoort, Christ & Fisher, P.C. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and his law degree from Wayne State University. Jim's practice is now focused on providing the highest level of client services and legal representation in the areas of Family Law (Divorce, Custody, Alimony, and related tax issues, Post-Judgment Modification issues, complex Property Division cases and Pre/Post Nuptial Agreements) and Estate and Tax Planning. Jim practices in Calhoun, Branch, Kalamazoo, Barry, and Eaton counties. Jim has been recognized as a Fellow of the Michigan State Bar Foundation, a distinguished group of attorneys chosen for their professional excellence and service to the community. He was also selected and named one of Michigan's "Super Lawyers" in the area of Family Law. Super Lawyers identifies the top 5 percent of attorneys in each state, as chosen by their peers through the independent research of law. Jim has an "AV" rating by Martindale-Hubbell, the facilitator of a peer review process. The legal ability rating of "A" indicates a very high to preeminent legal rating. A General Ethical Standards rating of "V" indicates a very high ethical standard. Based upon a survey of his peers, Leader Lawyers.com and the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys have recognized Jim for his excellence in the field of Family Law. In addition to being a member of the State Bar of Michigan, wherein he is a member of the Family Law section, he is also involved in several professional associations including the American Bar Association, the Calhoun County Bar Association of which he is a past president and member of the Friend of the Court/Family Law Committee, and the Branch County Bar Association. Jim has been an active member of many community organizations and nonprofit corporations. He is past Chairman of the Board of the Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce and also a past President of the Rotary Club of Battle Creek, where he has been recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow.

Stephen A. Brundage, Attorney at Law is a Wheaton, Illinois, criminal defense law firm serving clients throughout DuPage County, Kane County and Cook County. I am a veteran trial lawyer and criminal law attorney committed to vigorous defense on all criminal charges relating to sex crimes, traffic violations, theft, burglary, robbery, assault, domestic battery, juvenile offenses and white-collar crimes. Family Law and Other Legal Matters In addition to criminal defense, I am able to handle personal legal issues for clients in the DuPage County area, including divorce and family law personal injury, real estate and estate planning. Former Wheaton Police Officer • 20 Years of Legal Experience I worked in law enforcement for nine years before becoming an attorney, serving as a Wheaton police officer and for four years as police commissioner for the village of Winfield. I have been a DUI enforcement instructor, licensed breathalyzer operator, accident investigator and evidence technician. These experiences gave me a comprehensive understanding of police procedure, allowing me to understand how to develop the most effective defense when you are charged with a crime, such as drunk driving. My contribution to the community includes having served as an instructor at the Suburban Law Enforcement and Police Academy and the College of DuPage and North Central College. I have taught courses on criminal law, unlawful use of force, searches and seizures, the rules of evidence, constitutional law, criminal justice and criminal procedure, and have published articles on arrest, search and seizure.

Stephanie Palo, Esq. devotes her practice to the litigation of family law, criminal defense, and commercial civil litigation matters. Although Stephanie always strives to efficiently resolve cases in her clients’ favor, she is an experienced litigator who when necessary zealously advocates for her clients in court. She is admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey, the District Court of the District of New Jersey, and the State of New York. While attending Rutgers School of Law-Newark, Stephanie served as Co-Chair of the Moot Court Board, a Legal Research and Writing Teaching Associate, and a Submissions Editor on the Women’s Rights Law Reporter. Stephanie additionally served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Katharine S. Hayden of the District Court of the District of New Jersey. After graduating from Rutgers School of Law – Newark in 2009, Stephanie was a judicial clerk to the Honorable Rudy B. Coleman of the New Jersey Appellate Division. As a law clerk, Stephanie was dedicated to conducting legal research, drafting bench memoranda, and assisting Judge Coleman in the composition of judicial opinions. The skills Stephanie developed as an Appellate Division law clerk have been invaluable in her appeals practice. In her family law practice, Stephanie prides herself on assessing and attentively addressing the unique challenges of each case. Stephanie is prepared whether the case presents with contested child custody issues, complex distribution of marital property, cash-flow disputes, marital business distribution, domestic violence, or need for appeal. She is also dedicated to resolving disputes through alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation, arbitration, cooperative divorce, and collaborative divorce. Stephanie also regularly serves as a mediator and as an Early Settlement Panel panelist in Monmouth County. Stephanie is an energetic and compassionate advocate who takes pride in assisting her clients during what for many is one of the most difficult times in their lives.

I am a divorce attorney who is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialists, and a managing attorney of the Family Department at the Plano Office of Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law. Not only am I a dedicated lawyer but I am also a dedicated family’s man and member of the community. I understand the stress, time and responsibilities of raising a family in my North Dallas community. I have been married for 25 years, I am raising two children who are attending Brentfield Elementary and J.J. Pearce High School. Bailey & Galyen practices in many areas of law and can provide our clients with expertise in many areas. I have been practicing law for 27 years, I am licensed in Texas, California, and Pennsylvania, and I am Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I have vast experience in custody litigation, property division litigation, divorce, mediation, examination of complex financial documents, valuing and dividing business entities and interests, real estate division, mineral rights, partition agreements, along with the myriad of issues that surface in family law. There simply is no case too complex that myself and Bailey & Galyen cannot handle. The dedication and hands on approach of all of the lawyers, provides the highest quality of legal representation to our clients. The recognition of our peers and clients indicates That we are certainly doing something right.

For over twenty-nine years Paul M. Gaide has been an accomplished litigation and transactional lawyer and advisor. When aggressive representation is desirable and appropriate, the Law Offices of Paul M. Gaide is quite capable of advocating for you. When a subtle approach will benefit you most, Attorney Gaide is fully capable of utilizing a collaborative approach and applying all pertinent facts and law to obtaining an acceptable and timely resolution of client matters. Paul M. Gaide’s law practice has emphasized superior representation of clients: (a) in conflict resolution, including litigations before probate courts, state trial courts, state appellate courts, United States District Courts, and United States Bankruptcy Courts; and (b) in connection with transactional and planning matters. Prior to relocating back to Colorado, Attorney Gaide practiced law in New England with the Am Law 100 firm of Edwards & Angell, LLP, n/k/a Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP, now having over 620 lawyers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia, with Schatz & Schatz, Ribicoff & Kotkin, the then third largest law firm in the State of Connecticut with 135 attorneys, and in his own firm. Attorney Gaide is admitted and licensed to practice law in Colorado, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Paul M. Gaide is a graduate of the University of Colorado School of Law, Juris Doctor, Emphasis in Taxation (1989) (Research Assistant: N. Steuben, Real Estate Planning (Cases, Materials, Problems, Questions and Commentary) (3d ed. 1989)); and a graduate of the University of Denver, College of Business Administration, B.S.B.A. - Finance (Bal F. Swan Scholar, Dean’s Lists). You are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Paul M. Gaide to confidentially communicate your concerns and determine if the firm can be of assistance to you. The firm offers a no-cost initial consultation of up to one hour. Weekend and evening appointments may be available. The website of Law Offices of Paul M. Gaide may be found at www.Law-Or-Equity.com Paul M. Gaide maintains a physical presence at the Law Offices of Paul M. Gaide, 417 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado 80521.

Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, Nicole has a passion for serving local residents. Nicole serves as an advocate for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (“CASA”), volunteering her time to assess the needs of neglected and abused children who have been placed in the local court system. Nicole also volunteers her time to Legal Aid of the Bluegrass, providing pro bono representation to individuals lacking the financial resources to pay for legal services. Nicole’s commitment to the community was recognized in 2014 when she was named Pro Bono Attorney of the Year. Nicole Iuliano is committed to client satisfaction, which is supported by her Avvo five (5) star client rating. Nicole Iuliano’s legal practice is heavily concentrated in the area of family law and child custody. She also provides legal services in a broad array of other practice areas, including: animal law, contracts negotiation, criminal defense, DUI defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, wills and probate. Prior to attending law school, Nicole Iuliano served as a legal assistant and legal office administrator to the late Henry E. Davis for nearly a decade. During her tenure in that position Nicole worked closely with Mr. Davis in various areas of his general practice, including domestic relations/family law, animal law, equine litigation and administrative hearings, real estate litigation, business litigation, business formation and probate/estates. In that capacity, Nicole Iuliano gained a great deal of experience in the area of family law, and developed a passion for serving clients with an eye toward amicable resolution of their very personal divorce and custody matters. Nicole Iuliano earned her law degree from the University of Kentucky College of Law and undergraduate degree from Eastern Kentucky University.

I utilize the depth of my many years of relevant experience to assist people to transition into their new life and thrive during an otherwise trying time. I do this by reasonably resolving matters through settlement and, if necessary for achieving the correct result, litigation. I am highly professional, respectful, sensitive, and discreet to the private and delicate nature of people's lives inherent in these types of legal proceedings. I am successful because I listen to you. I have many referrals built up since my admission in 1992. You can also feel confident and assured knowing that if the time for litigation exists in your life because of an unreasonable adversary, I am up to the task and will help you. Judges respect my honesty and ability to reasonably advocate for my clients. If that time has arrived for you and your situation in life, help yourself move on with your life. Call me today for a free initial consultation and discover why over 12,000 people since 1992 have trusted and turned to me to consult, represent, or otherwise advise and assist them in their legal matters. Very few attorneys can assure their clients that they have "personally" been involved in over 12000 family law and legal matters, but I can. Such experience teaches practicality and wisdom. The Law Office of Aniello D. Cerreto, Esq. puts clients first. Learn the benefit of my vast experience. I often assist clients "less expensively" than many of the other larger, higher overhead and thereby more expensive, law firms. I pay attention to the details and perhaps most importantly, unlike many lawyers, I will both take and return your phone calls. I help people. Let me help you.

I am Randy Saint Onge. I am a Family Law and Civil Litigation Attorney, representing people in need for 19-years. I attended the University of Oklahoma Law school, graduating in 1999. I represent diverse clients that have family law and civil litigation conflicts. My office is located near the Denver Tech Center and walk-ins are welcome.

Attorney Jaime Barker is known throughout Cook County for offering dedicated and personable legal representation. With keen insight and a determined approach, he has successfully guided individuals through family law, criminal defense, and personal injury matters, providing the focused attention needed to achieve positive results. Graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management (2009). He then earned a Doctor of Law from the John Marshall Law School (2013). He served as an associate attorney at an Orland Park law firm for over two years, gaining significant experience in the Cook County court system. Currently he leads the Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C. in Orland Park, serving clients throughout Cook County. At the Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C., Mr. Barker handles real estate, DUI, traffic, personal injury, and family law cases. Clients appreciate his prompt communication, thorough guidance, and commitment to reaching the best possible outcomes. Anyone seeking a knowledgeable attorney who will prioritize their goals can turn to Mr. Barker with confidence. He ensures clients remain informed about their rights and takes a hands-on approach to every case. For a free consultation or to learn more about how the Law Office of J. Francis Barker, P.C. can assist with a legal matter, contact the office today. Discover the difference that dedicated representation can make.