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St. Charles Family Law Firm Named Best Law Firm for 2022

Goostree Law Group, a Kane County family law firm, is honored to announce that U.S. News has recognized the practice as a 2022 Best Law Firm. This award is granted to highly respected law firms that have earned the recognition of their colleagues and peers, and it demonstrates that the firm can provide high quality legal help in family law cases for clients throughout the Kane County area. The attorneys of Goostree Law Group believe in utilizing their excellent negotiating and litgiating skills to protect the rights and reach the objectives of each of their clients.

The legal team at Goostree Law Group provides strategic and knowledgeable representation to individuals facing matters including divorce, parenting time and parental responsibilites, asset distribution, paternity, domestic violence, and several others. Founding attorney Tricia Goostree, who has been recognized as a Best Lawyer since 2019, prioritizes consistent and transparent communication with her clients and makes sure to keep them informed throughout the entire legal process.

The Best Law Firm award for 2022 is one of many accolades Goostree Law Group has received. Attorney Tricia Goostree has been recognized on numerous occasions throughout her legal career. She has been selected as an Elite Lawyer, Best Lawyer, Super Lawyer, Rising Star, and Illinois Leading Lawyer. Additionally, Tricia Goostree continues to exhibit her commitment and leadership through her involvement in the Kane County Bar Association as well as the DuPage County Bar Association.

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Attorney Tricia D. Goostree Selected to Super Lawyers 2020 List

ST. CHARLES, IL (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Illinois Attorney Tricia D. Goostree was recently selected for the Super Lawyers 2020 list, making it the fifth consecutive year she has received the honor. Tricia is the founder and managing partner of the Goostree Law Group, P.C., which has offices in St. Charles and Wheaton.

Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high level of peer recognition and professional accomplishments. The selection process includes independent research, as well as peer nominations and evaluations.

Since 2002, Tricia’s practice has been concentrated on family law and domestic relations, including complex financial cases, maintenance issues, contested custody litigation, and appeals. Tricia represents her clients with honesty and empathy regardless if the case involves negotiation or litigation.

Recognized as a Rising Star by the Kane County Bar Association’s Family Law Committee, Tricia was also named one of Illinois’s Leading Lawyers in 2015 and 2016. In addition, she holds a 10.0 “Superb” rating from her peers on Avvo.

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Retired Judge Robert B. Spence Joins Goostree Law Group

ST CHARLES, ILL. (PRWEB) JULY 12, 2021

Judge Spence brings decades of experience in Illinois courts and a unique insight into the legal issues affecting family law and criminal cases, ensuring that the firm’s clients will be able to find effective solutions to their legal needs.

Attorney Tricia Goostree is proud to announce that Judge Robert B. Spence will be joining Goostree Law Group as Of Counsel. Judge Spence is highly dedicated to helping families find solutions in difficult circumstances. His vast experience hearing family law cases provides him with a strong understanding of the ins and outs of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act and other laws that affect divorce, child custody, and family-related issues. His years of experience as a former prosecutor can ensure that clients will be able to approach criminal defense cases successfully.

Robert Spence has multiple decades of experience prosecuting and presiding over cases in Illinois courts. He served as a judge in the Circuit Court of Kane County from 2001 to 2019, including several years in the Family Division, where he presided over more than 5,000 divorce cases. In 2011, he was elected Chief Judge, and during his time overseeing the Kane County court system, he worked to improve efficiency in court procedures, including streamlining the process for obtaining Orders of Protection in domestic violence cases. In 2012, he was appointed to the Appellate Court in the Second District of Illinois, and during his seven years as an appellate judge, he authored hundreds of opinions in court cases involving family law and other civil and criminal matters.

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Goostree Law Group Receives Ranking in U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers’ 2020 “Best Law Firms” List

ST. CHARLES, IL. (PRWEB) OCTOBER 16, 2019

The Goostree Law Group in Illinois has received a ranking in the 2020 edition of U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms” list. Goostree Law Group has offices in St. Charles and Wheaton. The firm represents clients in Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Property Division, Paternity, Domestic Violence, and many other practice areas.

Firms included in the 2020 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a tiered ranking signifies a unique combination of a quality law practice with a wide range of legal knowledge.

The 2020 rankings are based on the highest number of participating firms and highest number of client ballots on record. To be eligible for a ranking, a firm must have a lawyer listed in The Best Lawyers in America, which recognizes the top 4 percent of practicing attorneys in the United States.

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