Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Wheaton Family Law Attorney
Since 2004, our firm has dedicated itself to providing compassionate yet assertive legal representation in family law matters. We specialize in guiding clients through divorce, child custody disputes, mediation, and other family law issues with personalized attention and cost-effective solutions. Our attorney brings extensive experience as both a certified mediator and court-appointed guardian ad litem, ensuring comprehensive understanding of both procedural and emotional aspects of family law. We serve clients across DuPage County and surrounding areas, prioritizing client education and tailored legal strategies.Our practice emphasizes collaborative approaches while maintaining readiness for litigation when necessary. We focus on protecting clients' rights while minimizing conflict, particularly regarding child-related matters. Our office maintains transparent communication and offers free initial consultations to ensure accessible legal support. Through decades of combined experience, we deliver practical solutions for complex family law challenges.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Family Mediation
Prenuptial Agreements
Child Support
Post-Divorce Modifications
Guardian Ad Litem Services
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Certified mediator with specialized family law training
- Court-appointed guardian ad litem experience since 2004
- Personalized legal strategies for complex family matters
- Free initial consultation for all family law services
- Serving DuPage County and western Chicago suburbs
Associations and certifications
- Mediation Council of Illinois
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation focusing on equitable asset division, spousal support, and financial settlements. We guide clients through both contested and uncontested divorces while protecting their financial interests. Our experience with complex property division and retirement asset valuation ensures informed decision-making during emotionally challenging times.
Child Custody
We specialize in creating child-centered custody arrangements that prioritize children's well-being. Our services include developing parenting plans, addressing educational and medical decision-making responsibilities, and modifying existing custody agreements. We help clients navigate both temporary and permanent custody determinations while maintaining focus on children's best interests.
Family Mediation
As certified mediators, we facilitate confidential negotiations for divorce settlements and custody arrangements. Our mediation process emphasizes collaborative problem-solving while maintaining strict neutrality. This approach often reduces conflict and costs compared to traditional litigation, while still ensuring legally sound agreements.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial and postnuptial agreements that clearly define property rights and financial responsibilities. Our customized agreements address both current assets and future earnings while ensuring legal enforceability. We help clients protect personal assets and establish clear expectations for potential future proceedings.
Child Support
Our child support services include establishing initial support orders, modifying existing arrangements, and enforcing payment obligations. We analyze income, custody time-shares, and additional expenses to determine appropriate support levels. We also assist with addressing deviations from standard guidelines when circumstances warrant.
People
Elizabeth J. Chacko
Attorney & Certified Mediator
Elizabeth Chacko has practiced exclusively in family law since 2004. She serves as court-appointed guardian ad litem and certified mediator through the Mediation Council of Illinois. Her experience includes complex divorce cases, child custody disputes, and collaborative law solutions.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, mediation, child support, prenuptial agreements, post-divorce modifications, and guardian ad litem services.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations for all family law matters.
Are mediation services confidential?
Yes, our mediation process maintains strict confidentiality with no court testimony from mediators.
How are child custody decisions made?
Illinois courts use the child's best interests standard, considering parental cooperation and decision-making capabilities.
Can child support be modified?
Yes, we help clients modify support orders based on changed circumstances like employment changes.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout DuPage, Cook, Kane, and Will Counties in Illinois.
