Chicago, IL
Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family
OUTCOME: After hearing, including the testimony of the client and numerous witnesses, the Administrative Law Judge found DCFS failed to meet their burden of proof, and granted the Client's appeal.
Client was indicated for the allegation of Inadequate Supervision of her son.
OUTCOME: After providing numerous pieces of evidence, including medical records, DCFS voluntarily unfounded the report of abuse against the clients.
Clients were indicated by DCFS for the allegation of Mental and Emotional Impairment #17, of their daughter.
OUTCOME: Client was awarded Guardianship of her granddaughter.
Client sought Guardianship of her granddaughter due to the mother's drug and alcohol addictions.
OUTCOME: Even though the Court found that there was a substantial change in the Mother's circumstances, her petition was denied. Client remains Guardian of the Minor
Mother attempted to terminate Guardianship of a minor that was awarded to the client - Grandmother.
OUTCOME: Appeal Granted after Hearing
Represented a client indicated for Medical Neglect of his child for a dog bite.
OUTCOME: Order of Protection Denied after 2 day hearing
Represented a client against allegations of mental abuse and stalking spanning over a period of 4 years.
OUTCOME: No Contact amended - Case Dismissed
Client was charged with Domestic Battery against his wife. One of the bond conditions was to have no contact with his wife until further order of court. Upon filing of a motion and argument, bond cond ... ition was amended to permit contact with the wife and return home.
OUTCOME: Defandant was sentenced to death (prior to the abolishment of the death penalty)
Worked alongside the DuPage County State's Attorney, Joseph Birkett, on the death penalty sentencing hearing of convicted serial killer and rapist.