Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law & Estate Planning Attorney in Woodstock, IL
The Law Office Of Jenette M. Schwemler, PC has provided dedicated legal services since 1997, specializing in family law, elder law, and estate planning. With over two decades of experience, our firm serves clients in McHenry, Kane, and Lake Counties, offering expertise in divorce, child custody, mediation, Medicaid planning, and asset protection. As a certified family mediator and court-approved Guardian ad Litem, we combine litigation skills with collaborative approaches to resolve disputes efficiently. Our practice emphasizes accessibility, with flexible consultation options and a commitment to demystifying complex legal processes.We prioritize client education, offering insights into Illinois-specific laws governing parenting time, maintenance, and estate administration. Our team actively contributes to legal discourse through speaking engagements and community outreach, maintaining membership in the Illinois State Bar Association and McHenry County Bar Association. We focus on delivering cost-effective solutions while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and client advocacy.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Mediation
Child Custody
Medicaid Planning
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Guardianship Services
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of family law experience in Illinois courts
- Certified family mediator with McHenry County court approval
- Court-appointed Guardian ad Litem for child custody cases
- Specialized Medicaid asset protection planning expertise
- Flexible consultation options including weekend appointments
What people say
Extremely pleased with the result
Very impressed with her attention to detail
Knowledgeable about eligibility rules
Ensured right power of attorney
Available to answer questions
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles all aspects of divorce, child custody, and spousal support. We represent clients in contested and uncontested cases, focusing on equitable asset division and parenting time arrangements. With over 20 years of courtroom experience, we provide strategic guidance through complex family law matters while prioritizing client objectives and emotional well-being.
Medicaid Planning
Specialized Medicaid eligibility planning helps clients protect assets while qualifying for long-term care benefits. We implement legal strategies like trust creation and asset repositioning to meet Illinois Medicaid requirements. Our approach balances immediate care needs with preserving family wealth for future generations through compliant five-year planning horizons.
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate plans include wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents tailored to individual needs. We help clients avoid probate through revocable living trusts and transfer-on-death instruments while addressing tax implications and multi-generational wealth transfer. Our planning ensures healthcare directives and financial authority are clearly established.
Divorce Mediation
Certified mediation services facilitate cooperative divorce settlements while maintaining courtroom readiness. We guide couples through property division, child support calculations, and parenting agreements using interest-based negotiation techniques. This cost-effective alternative to litigation preserves relationships and reduces emotional stress during marital dissolution proceedings.
Child Custody
Child custody representation focuses on creating workable parenting time arrangements that serve children's best interests. We handle modification requests, relocation cases, and enforcement actions while explaining Illinois' parenting allocation framework. Our experience includes high-conflict custody disputes and grandparent visitation rights advocacy.
People
Jenette M. Schwemler
Attorney & Owner
Practicing Illinois law since 1997 with focus on family, elder, and estate law. Certified mediator and Guardian ad Litem with appellate court experience. Active in McHenry County Bar Association and frequent legal education speaker.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, and parenting time arrangements. Our services include both litigation and mediation options for marital dissolution cases.
How does Medicaid asset protection work?
We use legal strategies like irrevocable trusts and asset transfers to help clients qualify for Medicaid while preserving wealth. Planning typically requires five-year look-ahead periods to meet Illinois eligibility requirements.
What's included in a complete estate plan?
Our estate plans typically include wills, revocable living trusts, power of attorney documents, and healthcare directives. We tailor each plan to avoid probate and address specific family wealth transfer goals.
Do you handle child custody modifications?
Yes, we represent clients seeking custody modifications due to relocation, changed circumstances, or enforcement issues. Our approach prioritizes children's best interests while protecting parental rights.
Are weekend consultations available?
Yes, we offer weekend appointments for initial consultations at an additional fee. This flexibility helps clients who cannot meet during standard business hours access critical legal guidance.
