Family Law & Criminal Defense Lawyers

When you are arrested and/or charged with a crime in Illinois, a criminal record is created, even if you are not found guilty. Your criminal records can be read by the public, your friends, your family, banks, employers, trade organizations, and credit agencies. If you want to have your record hidden or erased, you must … Continue reading How to Get an Expungement in Illinois

If you are going through a divorce, you may be tempted to handle it yourself, but this could be a costly mistake. Even if you and your spouse agree and the divorce is friendly, this often changes without warning as unexpected situations arise.  Issues arise with children; spouses become jealous or spiteful over new relationships … Continue reading Why You Need an Attorney for Your Divorce

The trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd drew worldwide attention. Chauvin was convicted of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter in 2021. By 2023, the three other officers involved had all been convicted of aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter. Although George Floyd’s case has been finalized, it lives on … Continue reading What Is Aiding and Abetting Second-Degree Manslaughter? Aiding and Abetting Second-Degree Murder?

Being charged with a DUI is a stressful event. This is especially true if you are based in Illinois, where DUI charges and the associated penalties are severe. It may leave you pondering an important question: Should you get an attorney for a DUI? The answer is almost always yes. You may not be able … Continue reading Should You Get an Attorney for a DUI?

DUI is a serious charge in Illinois that can come with serious consequences. Many clients facing such charges wonder whether jail time is inevitable. While a DUI conviction can involve a jail sentence, whether you go to jail for a DUI in Illinois depends on several factors. Some of these factors include whether this is … Continue reading Can You Go to Jail for DUI in Illinois?

No matter what the charges may be, a defendant always has the right to confront the charges against them with a criminal defense. When facing charges of assault and battery in Illinois, it is particularly important to exercise your right to a defense due to the serious nature of potential consequences. With the right approach, … Continue reading Facing Serious Charges of Assault and Battery? Know Your Rights

In 2014, an Illinois man faced charges of murder and use of a deadly weapon after a bank robbery resulted in the death of two bank employees. The bank robbery occurred earlier in the year, but details of the incident became public after a judge unsealed a warrant. The defendant faced very serious consequences, including … Continue reading Murder Charge Follows Use of a Deadly Weapon During Robbery

Child support issues are common; in fact, parents and legal guardians throughout the state and across the country struggle with them every day. In Illinois, both parents have a legal obligation to provide support for their children. The combination of the daily expenses (including housing, food and clothing) when combined with the additional costs of … Continue reading What Happens if Child Support Is Not Paid in Illinois?

In Illinois, crimes are classified according to how serious they are.  Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies, which are broken down into five classifications, from most serious to least: Class X, Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Class 4. Although a Class 4 felony is the least serious of all felony charges, it still … Continue reading What Is a Class 4 Felony in Illinois?

Working out a shared parenting time schedule can be difficult under the best of circumstances, but when long distances are involved, it becomes much more complex. The schedule of visitation should depend on the child’s age, the needs of the child, and what works for the parents. Illinois child visitation guidelines are flexible; as long … Continue reading Handling Long-Distance Visitation