James Christopher Olita

James Christopher Olita

4.4
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 38 years

Child custody Lawyer at Saint Charles, IL
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support

1121 E. Main Street, Suite 300, Saint Charles, IL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Custody 40%

Experienced in difficult child custody matters; relocation to another state; parenting time

41 years | 320 cases

40%
Divorce and Separation 40%

Experienced in all aspects of divorce and separation; Jim has represented housewives to professional athletes to members of the judiciary

41 years | 790 cases

40%
Child Support 20%

Experienced in all aspects of child support including complex cases and hidden income; collection of child support arrears

41 years | 500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 38 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1987

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Olita Law Group, LLC

1121 E. Main Street, Suite 300, Saint Charles, IL, 60174

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James Christopher Olita's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Eric | January 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Jim's one of the good ones

Jim is an excellent Attorney. If you need a shark in court he is your man in Kane County. He knows the law regarding custody issues and his writing is excellent. When other attorneys want to drag things out , he will not oblige and he will push things forward getting things on track. He's sharp a...nd excellent in the courtroom as well. I watched him bury the opposing attorney who at first tried to bully him, and he won't be bullied. One of the few attorneys in the area who could take on another major shark in the area that everyone else hated going against; then, that attorney 6 months in, bitterly ended up dropping my ex as a client which almost brought tears of joy to my eyes. Jim's one of the good ones.

Posted by Dana | December 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Recommending Jim to my ex's new lady

Jim worked through my difficult divorce which took a few years to complete because my ex moved out of state and was hiding assets, missing appointments, etc. Even with every hurdle my ex and opposing attorney's threw at him, he remained professional and kept me informed all along the way. I came ou...t of the situation ahead, with dignity, the majority of the property, and primary custodial custody of the children. When the new girl figures my ex out, I can make a recommendation.

Posted by Whitney | September 16, 2020 | Child Custody

Very Helpful & Caring

Even though I couldn’t hire him as a lawyer, he has answered every question I had about child custody. Not only did he answer with actual compassion, he replied back quick to any other questions I asked in reference of the situation. I can tell majorly he is genuine and does what is best.

Posted by Josh | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Jim - the guy you need by your side

Thank god Jim was my divorce attorney. He kept his cool and patience as I was getting anxious and emotional. Knows his stuff. Everything he said eventually came true. During this kind of thing, he's worth the premium. Don't hesitate. Just call him. You'll be glad you did months from now.

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James Christopher Olita's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sean Sullivan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a very experienced and skilled litigator and negotiator. I respected his zealous and thorough representation on behalf of his client."

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Lawrence Stein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A counsel with integrity and determination. He would be an exceptional advocate for anyone with a domestic relations matter."

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Lynn Mirabella

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leyla Parada

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim works hard to make sure his clients are well informed and understand the process. His knowledge in the family law field is extensive and he has handled everything from complicated financial divorces to quick and simple divorces that just need the guidance of a good attorney."

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Sean Sullivan

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Leyla Parada

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Excellence in Family Law and Divorce, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Excellence in Family law and Divorce, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Top 10 Firms, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Excellence in Family law and Divorce, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2012

National Champion, Naperville Patriots

Work Experience

2007 - 2015

Partner, Olita & Johnson

1997 - 2007

Managing Partner, Olita, Kedzie, Saywitz, Tatooles & Foley

1993 - 1997

Owner, Law Office of James C. Olita

1988 - 1993

Attorney, Copeland, Finn & Fieri

Associations

2008 - Present

Illinois Bar Association

Member

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate of Adam Kierl

$2,000,000 settlement for claimant believed to be the largest statutory custodial claim in Illinois

Ardelean Florence v. Aurel Baldi and Rodica Baldi

Judgment of custody to comatose mother

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Education

1986

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

DePaul University / Cambridge University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Divorce Support Group

Divorce Seminar

Publications

2019

Suburban Women's magazine Top Lawyer

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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