Going through a divorce or family law matter can be an emotional time. You may feel betrayed, lost, or overwhelmed. Having an attorney that can relate to you, and who focuses on divorce and family law, can make the process easier. Since our founding in 2007, we have dedicated our firm to the practice of divorce and family law because of the tremendous need for lawyers who focus on this area. We have since continued to grow and have over 25 offices throughout the United States. If you need help with a family law or divorce-related matter, our legal team can help guide you through the process. We have many offices in many local jurisdictions, which puts our firm close to you and your family. We have been ranked as one of the fastest-growing law firms in the United States by Law Firm 500. To schedule a consultation, you can contact us online today.

Family law encompasses various areas such as Divorce, Child Support, Spousal Maintenance, and more. If you have any family-related concerns, reach out to Ann O’Connell Law, Ltd. for assistance. I concentrate my practice on family law and divorce cases in Cook County and Lake County, Illinois. My approach prioritizes resolving family disputes with integrity and in the best interests of children. I assist spouses in divorces, address parenting plan issues, securing child support and maintenance, drafting legal documents, and represent clients at court hearings and meetings. While all lawyers aim to help their clients, as a family law and divorce lawyer, I understand the complexities involved, including children's well-being, justice for abused spouses, and property division matters. With specific experience in property division, backed by a history in finance and accounting, and 17 years of financial industry experience, I personally handle financial investigations and analyses for clients. I also collaborate with top financial experts in the divorce field to provide support if needed during trials. Having successfully managed numerous divorces, with a strong track record in negotiating settlements and trial work, I am well-versed in mediation and familiar with divorce judges in Cook and Lake County, Illinois. I emphasize mediation and negotiation but am prepared for assertive advocacy in court if necessary. My team and I are available to address your questions, keep you updated on your case progress, and share all relevant information. I will brief you on strategies before proceeding, ensuring that decisions are made with your input. My fee structure is competitive and hourly, with a commitment to fair and reasonable invoicing. If appropriate, I will seek court orders for your spouse to cover the fees. My strong communication skills allow me to interact effectively and empathetically with clients facing emotionally challenging family law issues. For more details or to arrange a free consultation, please contact me online or by calling our office at 847-859-6222.

CARRISSA M. ALVERS is Of Counsel to Klein, Daday, Aretos & O’Donoghue, LLC. Ms. Alvers received her law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1999. Ms. Alvers practices in the area of domestic relations.

Rory T. Weiler is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) who concentrates his practice in family law, with an emphasis on cases involving child custody and more complex economic issues, especially those involving family and closely held businesses. He is a member of the Leading Lawyers Network, and has been recognized as an Illinois “Super Lawyer” and as one of the “Best Lawyers in America.”

Tricia D. Goostree knew she wanted to be an attorney since she was a little girl. She was selected for Eastern Illinois University's mock trial in college. This experience made her realize how much she enjoyed litigation and courtroom work. She was accepted into John Marshall Law School with a Dean's Scholarship, and added excellent writing skills to her love of working in the courtroom, winning the Dean Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition. Tricia was awarded a Moot Court Executive Board scholarship and went on to compete in regional and interstate competitions during her law school career. While in law school, Tricia worked as an intern for the Illinois Attorney General's Office in the consumer fraud division and as a Supreme Court Rule 711 clerk for the Chicago Legal Clinic. While at the Chicago Legal Clinic, Tricia began assisting clients with family law cases, including divorces and Orders of Protection, as well as child support enforcement. This allowed her an opportunity to appreciate the needs of her clients and to appear in the Cook County Domestic Relations division regularly. After two years of practice primarily in Cook County, Tricia began practicing in Kane, DuPage, Kendall and DeKalb counties and has built an excellent reputation with judges and opposing attorneys. Since 2002, Tricia's practice has been solely concentrated in family law and domestic relations, including but not limited to complex financial cases, issues of maintenance, contested custody litigation, and appeals. For nearly 15 years, Tricia's goal has been to represent her clients zealously with integrity and compassion, whether during tough settlement negotiations or litigation. Tricia loves being in the courtroom and excels when presented with difficult legal problems or challenging opponents. As a small town girl who moved to Chicago to pursue her drive of being a lawyer, Tricia has the ability to relate to folks from all walks of life, regardless of what their legal or family issues may be. To schedule a free consultation with Tricia, visit her website, or call 630-584-4800.