Resolving Custody Disputes in a Sensible Way
All too often, child custody is an either/or proposition pitting one parent against the other. Such fights are expensive. The Law Firm of Duane St. Pierre, PC, provides the foundations for practical out-of-court solutions to custody disputes that put the children's best interests at the center of the equation. However, Duane St. Pierre also provides proven courtroom advocacy when it is necessary to fight for your children's well-being and your relationship with your children.
Attorney Duane St. Pierre handles contested custody proceedings and all family law matters relating to custody, visitation, parenting roles and child support. Based in Palatine, Illinois, he represents parents in the Chicagoland area, primarily in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane and McHenry counties. Arrange a free consultation today.
Palatine Child Custody Attorney
In 28 years of handling divorce and custody cases, Duane St. Pierre has seen the aftermath when a parent refuses to cooperate or when they let their hurt feelings or selfish motivations override what's best for their children. He has litigated and resolved high-conflict custody cases in which one parent thinks the other should have no contact with the children or any say-so in raising the children.
The family courts assume that both parents will spend time with the children and be involved in decisions about the children's health, education, religious upbringing and daily life. However, the courts will consider factors such as domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse or abandonment in awarding child custody.
Duane St. Pierre represents parents in negotiation and mediation and litigation of custody matters when necessary:
- Initial determination of physical custody
- Parenting time (visitation) and parenting plans (schedules)
- Parent relocation (within Illinois or out of state)
- Determining child support
- Modifications and enforcement of custody, visitation or support
- Paternity actions for access or child support
"Duane is great. He does what he says and tells it the way it is ..." Read more testimonials from satisfied clients.
Chicagoland Child Visitation Lawyer
Duane St. Pierre will tell you what you need to hear, such as how much custody litigation will cost and how a Judge would likely rule in your particular case. He will help you find workable solutions to these sticky conflicts to avoid litigation, if possible, by keeping the focus on the children and the future realities of co-parenting.
The Law Firm of Duane St. Pierre represents parents throughout the greater Chicago area, including military families stationed at Naval Station Great Lakes. Duane St. Pierre offers a free 30-minute consultation, including after hours or weekends by appointment only. Call 847-359-7199 or contact us online.
