Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Family Law & Civil Litigation
At Gray & Gray, we combine decades of legal expertise with a personalized approach to serve families during challenging times. Founded in 2014 by attorneys Paulette M. Gray and Robert L. Gray, our firm brings nearly 60 years of combined experience in family law, civil litigation, personal injury, and estate planning. We prioritize client needs, offering tailored representation that balances compassionate counsel with aggressive advocacy when necessary. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in their fields, with AV ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and leadership roles in state and local bar associations.We serve clients across McHenry, Lake, Kane, Boone, DuPage, Winnebago, and Cook counties, focusing on protecting family interests through divorce proceedings, child custody matters, estate planning, and more. With a commitment to transparency and ethical practice, we guide clients through complex legal processes while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Representation
Personal Injury
Civil Litigation
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ combined years of family law expertise
- Our attorneys maintain AV ratings for legal ability and ethics
- We provide personalized representation for each unique case
- Our team includes former bar association presidents and lecturers
- We serve 7 Illinois counties with local court knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce, child custody, and paternity cases with compassionate counsel. We guide clients through complex emotional and financial matters, focusing on negotiated settlements while maintaining courtroom readiness. Our attorneys combine decades of experience with AV ethical ratings to protect client interests in McHenry County and six surrounding Illinois counties.
Divorce Representation
We handle all aspects of divorce proceedings including property division, spousal support, and child-related issues. Our attorneys specialize in navigating complex marital estates, hidden asset discovery, and post-divorce modifications. With combined experience since 1996, we provide strategic counsel for both contested and uncontested divorces across northern Illinois.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice covers auto accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and abuse cases. Attorney Robert Gray leverages litigation expertise to pursue fair compensation for medical expenses and damages. We handle cases from initial claims through trial, ensuring clients understand their rights and options under Illinois law.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in civil litigation matters including probate disputes, contract conflicts, and appeals. Our approach combines thorough case preparation with strategic negotiation, while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy. Services extend to will contests and business litigation matters across multiple practice areas.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include will creation, trust formation, and power of attorney documents. We help clients establish comprehensive end-of-life plans while providing probate litigation support when disputes arise. Attorney Robert Gray offers guidance on simple estate plans and complex inheritance matters.
People
Paulette M. Gray
Attorney & Co-Founder
Paulette Gray specializes in family law with 30 years of experience. A former President of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Illinois Chapter), she holds the highest AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. She focuses on divorce, child custody, and complex property division cases.
Robert L. Gray
Attorney & Co-Founder
Robert Gray practices family law, personal injury, and civil litigation with 30 years of experience. Recognized for his trial skills, he handles complex litigation matters including probate disputes and appellate cases. He previously served as a board member for local legal associations.
Questions
What areas of law does Gray&Gray specialize in?
We focus on family law (divorce, child custody, paternity), personal injury, civil litigation, and estate planning. Our attorneys also handle appellate cases across these practice areas.
How much experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have nearly 60 combined years of experience. Paulette Gray has specialized in family law since 1996, while Robert Gray has practiced civil litigation since 1994.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all practice areas. This allows us to understand your case and explain your legal options without upfront cost.
Which counties do you serve?
We represent clients in McHenry, Lake, Kane, Boone, DuPage, Winnebago, and Cook counties. Our attorneys have extensive local court experience across northern Illinois.
Can you handle complex property division cases?
Yes, we specialize in complex marital estate divisions including hidden asset tracing, business valuation, and retirement account allocations. Our team has extensive experience in high-asset divorce cases.
Are your attorneys qualified for appellate work?
Paulette Gray is a member of the Appellate Lawyers Association with experience handling family law appeals. We can review trial court decisions and pursue post-judgment modifications when appropriate.
