Winfield, IL Family Law Attorneys

Lawyers for Divorce, Child Custody, Paternity, and More in Winfield, Illinois

Family law matters can affect people in many ways, touching on some of the most personal and sensitive aspects of their lives and their family relationships. Whether you are facing the end of your marriage, need to resolve concerns related to the custody of your children, or are involved in other matters that could affect your family, it is essential to work with an attorney who understands both the legal complexities and the emotional weight of these issues.

At Goostree Law Group, our lawyers provide compassionate, skilled representation to clients in Winfield. Our firm's founder, Tricia Goostree, has more than 20 years of legal experience, and she has received numerous professional awards, including being recognized as a Super Lawyer and Elite Lawyer. Our team is committed to helping families navigate these difficult situations while focusing on protecting our clients' interests and achieving their goals.

Call 630-584-4800 and let us help your family.

How Our Family Law Attorneys Can Assist You

Family law encompasses a wide range of legal issues. Our firm assists clients with cases involving:

• Divorce: If your marriage has broken down, we can provide you with guidance as you take steps to separate from your spouse. We can help you resolve issues related to property division, spousal maintenance, and other financial concerns. We can assist with negotiating a settlement in an uncontested divorce, or we can provide representation in court if litigation will be required to resolve a high-conflict divorce.
• Child Custody and Parenting Time: Whether you are addressing concerns related to your children during your divorce or as an unmarried parent, we can help you negotiate a parenting plan that will meet your family's needs. We will work to protect the best interests of your children while making sure you can maintain meaningful family relationships and avoid future conflict.
• Child Support: Financial support will almost always be ordered in cases where parents share custody of children while they are separated. We can help you make sure your child support arrangements are fair and that they comply with the guidelines defined in Illinois law. We can also help you determine how to handle additional child-related expenses and meet your children's ongoing needs.
• Paternity: If you are not married to your child's other parent, you may need to take steps to legally establish paternity before other legal issues related to your children can be addressed. We work with fathers to establish paternity and protect their parental rights, and we help mothers take steps to address these issues so that their children can receive the necessary child support.
• Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection: We understand the concerns that spouses, parents, or other family members may face in situations involving abuse or other forms of violence. We can help victims request protective orders during family law cases to make sure they and their loved ones will be safe. We can also provide representation for those who have been accused of domestic violence, helping them respond to requests for orders of protection.
• Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: There are a variety of reasons that couples may wish to create legal agreements that define their property rights and address other financial concerns. We work with couples to draft prenuptial agreements before getting married, and we can also help spouses create postnuptial agreements that will address circumstances that have arisen during their marriages.
• Legal Separation: For couples who wish to live separately, either as a trial separation in preparation for divorce or as a permanent arrangement while they remain married, we can help negotiate separation agreements that will address financial issues and child custody concerns.

Supporting Clients in Every Stage of a Family Law Case

At Goostree Law Group, we recognize that family law matters often involve more than one legal issue. During a divorce, a couple may need to resolve concerns about their marital property and the custody of their children. A paternity action may require the creation of a parenting plan and the establishment of child support orders. We can help our clients address overlapping concerns, providing effective strategies that will help them meet their current needs and address issues that may arise in the future.