Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Family & Real Estate Law Services in Illinois
Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group has provided dedicated legal services since 1988, specializing in family law and real estate matters across the Chicago area. Our team combines over 30 years of experience with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. We maintain offices in Rolling Meadows and Lincolnshire, serving Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane, and McHenry counties. Our attorneys are recognized for their expertise in divorce, child custody, collaborative law, and real estate transactions, offering compassionate guidance and strategic advocacy.We prioritize client education, transparent communication, and ethical representation to achieve favorable outcomes. Our membership in professional organizations, including the Illinois State Bar Association and Northwest Suburban Bar Association, underscores our dedication to excellence. By integrating legal acumen with community-focused values, we empower clients to navigate family and real estate law matters with confidence.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Visitation
Alimony and Maintenance
Collaborative Divorce
Real Estate Law
Parentage/Paternity
Post-Divorce Representation
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in family law and real estate transactions.
- Our team provides personalized service with a focus on compassionate client education.
- We specialize in collaborative divorce to resolve cases amicably without court intervention.
- Our attorneys are members of prestigious legal associations including the Illinois State Bar.
- We serve multiple counties across the Chicago area with two convenient office locations.
Associations and certifications
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association
- Northwest Suburban Bar Association
- Collaborative Divorce Illinois
What people say
Superior knowledge
Compassion and professionalism
Client service focused
Accommodating to needs
Wealth of knowledge
Services
Divorce
Our Illinois attorneys guide clients through all aspects of divorce proceedings, including property division, spousal maintenance, and child-related matters. We prioritize amicable resolutions while preparing for litigation when necessary. Our team's 30+ years of experience ensures strategic representation tailored to individual circumstances.
Collaborative Divorce
This non-adversarial approach resolves divorce matters through cooperative negotiations with trained professionals. Our attorneys Miriam Cooper and Helena Trachtenberg facilitate four-way meetings to create mutually beneficial agreements without court intervention, reducing emotional and financial strain.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in custody determinations, focusing on children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our attorneys handle visitation schedules, decision-making responsibilities, and modifications, ensuring compliance with Illinois child welfare standards.
Real Estate Law
Our legal team manages residential and commercial real estate matters including contracts, closings, and zoning disputes. We provide specialized expertise for property transactions during divorce proceedings, ensuring proper title transfers and compliance with Illinois real estate regulations.
Mediation Services
Certified mediators facilitate negotiations for family law disputes, focusing on child custody, support, and property division. This confidential process encourages cooperative solutions while maintaining legal protections for both parties throughout the Chicago area.
People
Miriam Cooper
Attorney
Founding attorney with 30+ years of family law experience. Chair of Law Day Committee and Fellow Collaborative Divorce lawyer. Specializes in divorce, child custody, and real estate transactions.
Helena L. Trachtenberg
Attorney
Collaborative divorce specialist with extensive experience in family law matters. Trained mediator focused on amicable dispute resolution and client-centered advocacy.
Irina Melnik
Attorney
Family law practitioner with expertise in child custody, support modifications, and post-divorce enforcement. Committed to protecting client interests through strategic legal representation.
Elka B. Blonder
Attorney
Experienced in real estate transactions and family law matters. Provides comprehensive legal guidance for property disputes during divorce proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law does Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group specialize in?
We specialize in family law (divorce, child custody, alimony) and real estate transactions across the Chicago area.
What is collaborative divorce and how does it work?
Collaborative divorce resolves disputes amicably through four-way meetings with trained attorneys, avoiding court intervention and reducing conflict.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for family law and real estate matters to discuss your specific needs.
Which counties do you serve?
We represent clients in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane, and McHenry counties throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.
How are child custody decisions made in Illinois?
Courts determine custody based on the child's best interests, considering factors like parental fitness, living arrangements, and the child's preferences when appropriate.
