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Your Trusted Rockford Family Law Attorneys
Pro Legal Care is a dedicated legal practice focused on family law, personal injury, criminal defense, and civil litigation. With offices in Rockford, Illinois, and serving multiple counties across Illinois and Wisconsin, our team prioritizes client-centered representation rooted in over a decade of experience. We specialize in complex family law matters, including divorce, child custody, adoption, and orders of protection, while also advocating for clients in personal injury and criminal defense cases.Our attorneys combine legal expertise with a commitment to community service, offering tailored solutions to protect clients' rights and futures. Through transparent communication and a deep understanding of local jurisdictions, we guide clients through challenging legal processes with integrity and compassion.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody Advocacy
Child Support Cases
LGBTQIA+ Family Law
Adoption Services
Orders of Protection
DCFS Investigations
Prenuptial Agreements
Personal Injury Claims
Criminal Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in family law and litigation.
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies tailored to client needs.
- We prioritize transparent communication and client education.
- Our attorneys are published experts in family law and policy.
- We serve communities across Illinois and Wisconsin with local knowledge.
What people say
Exceptional communication skills
Knowledgeable family law expertise
Affordable legal solutions
Compassionate client support
Successful case resolutions
Services
Divorce Representation
Our divorce attorneys guide clients through complex dissolution proceedings, addressing asset division, spousal support, and post-divorce modifications. We prioritize amicable resolutions while preparing for litigation when necessary. Clients benefit from strategic advocacy to protect financial interests and parental rights during this emotionally challenging process.
Child Custody Advocacy
We help parents establish custody arrangements focused on children's best interests, including visitation schedules and decision-making authority. Our team navigates high-conflict cases and interstate custody disputes, ensuring compliance with Illinois' evolving family laws while safeguarding parental relationships.
Orders of Protection
Our firm assists victims in obtaining emergency and long-term protection orders against abusers. We explain legal requirements, prepare documentation, and represent clients in hearings to secure safe living environments while addressing related custody and support matters.
Adoption Services
We facilitate various adoption types including stepparent, co-parent, and adult adoptions. Our attorneys handle interstate ICPC compliance and contested cases, ensuring legal recognition of parental rights while minimizing bureaucratic delays through experienced case management.
Personal Injury Claims
We represent injury victims seeking compensation for auto accidents and other incidents. Working on contingency fees, we negotiate with insurers and litigate when necessary to recover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain-and-suffering damages without upfront client costs.
People
Zachary Townsend
Founding Attorney
Licensed in Illinois (2011) and Wisconsin (2012), Zach Townsend specializes in family law, criminal defense, and personal injury. A former judicial clerk and law review editor, he combines litigation expertise with community leadership through board service at Family Counseling Services.
Lauren LaFontaine
Legal Assistant
With a psychology degree and 40+ hours of domestic violence training, Lauren supports family law cases. Her local advocacy experience since 2023 focuses on client support and case preparation for custody and protection order matters.
Frances Klaverkamp
Legal Assistant
Summa cum laude psychology graduate from Beloit College, Frances joined the team in 2024. Her background in community outreach enhances client communication and case management support for complex family law proceedings.
Tristin Richardson
Legal Assistant
Legal studies graduate from UW-Whitewater, Tristin brings 2025 internship experience with Wisconsin district attorneys. He assists with document preparation and procedural compliance across family law and criminal defense cases.
Natalie Wagner
Client Advocate
With healthcare administration expertise since 2022, Natalie coordinates client support services. Her process management background ensures smooth case progression and client communication across all practice areas.
Questions
How does child custody determination work in Illinois?
Illinois uses the 'best interests of the child' standard, evaluating factors like caregiver history, school involvement, and parental cooperation. Our attorneys help develop parenting plans that prioritize children's well-being while protecting parental rights.
What constitutes domestic violence in Illinois?
Illinois law defines domestic violence as physical abuse, harassment, or intimidation by family members. Emotional abuse qualifies as domestic violence when it creates fear or control patterns affecting victims' daily lives.
How are child support payments calculated?
Illinois uses the Income Shares Model considering both parents' incomes, number of children, and overnight custody time. Modifications require demonstrating substantial changes in circumstances like income or custody arrangements.
Can I get an order of protection dismissed?
Orders of protection can be challenged in court with legal representation. Violating active orders carries criminal penalties, so consult our attorneys before taking any action to modify or dismiss these legal documents.
What payment options are available for legal services?
We offer traditional retainer agreements with transparent billing. While we don't list alternative financing, we discuss payment plans during initial consultations to accommodate clients' financial situations.
