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Kiley M Whitty
also known as Kiley M Bonk
About Kiley
Biography
Kiley M. Whitty is a licensed attorney specializing in the areas of family law, child custody, estate planning and bankruptcy in DuPage, Kane, Will, Cook and surrounding collar counties. Ms. Whitty's practice has included cases involving divorce, post-decree conflicts, child support, custody, visitation, grandparent visitation, guardianship, appeals, loan modifications, creditor negotiations and Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Ms. Whitty is also certified as a Guardian ad Litem in DuPage County has has been appointed by the Court to represent the best interest of a minor child.
Kiley Whitty sits on the Executive Committee for the DuPage County Bar Association as its Second Vice Presidence and was also appointed to the Planning Committee and Budget Committee. Ms. Whitty is a Past President of the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers and she is also an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association.
While in law school at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Ms. Whitty earned a certificate in Child and Family Law as well as a certificate in Advocacy which aided in her success as a litigator. She also earned the CALI Award for Legal Writing and published various articles in the Children's Legal Rights Journal and the Chicago Law Bulletin.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 16 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Laraia & Whitty, PC
1761 S. Naperville Rd., Suite 201, Wheaton, IL, 60189
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Kiley M Whitty's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Blindsided me
She made me believe she actually cared about my situation. After explaining my horrible situation Kiley assured me over and over she would work with me every step of the way. Fast forward Less than 3 months later, before the courts had even come to a determination, Kiley decided to change firms. ...
Posted by keith | March 1, 2015
Attorney Kiley Whitty Client Review
My divorce was particulary challenging and made more complex by an ex spouse determined to drag out the proceedings and determined to inflict as much damage as possible to my family and finances. Throughout the process Kiley rose to each challenge and managed my case with an extremely high degree of ...
Posted by Melissa | March 2, 2013
Professional, knowledgeable and thorough Attorney
Ms. (Whitty) Bonk is a confident, easy to speak with and work with attorney. She is very professional in the courtroom and in the office at all times. Her response in any inquiry is prompt and thorough. I was reassured and satisfied with the knowledge and advice offered on the legal challenges I f...
Kiley M Whitty's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Kiley exudes professionalism in all that she does. We often contact each other for advice in other respective areas of law. She is good to her clients and good to her colleagues. She serves the legal community very well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kiley is an experienced attorney who goes above and beyond for her clients. She is very professional and works well with other attorneys in the community and always has her clients' best interest in mind."
"I highly endorse Kiley. She vigorously advocates for her clients, is knowledgeable about the law, and practices with the utmost of professionalism, which is reflected by her reputation in the courtroom and in the legal community."
"I highly endorse Mrs. Whitty. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first."
"Attorney Whitty has an expansive knowledge of the law and an impressive enthusiasm for cases. Anyone would be lucky to her as their counsel. I highly endorse this attorney."
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"Kiley is an outstanding attorney and has set a high standard for both professionalism and ethics. Kiley works tirelessly for her clients, and will guide them through every step of their case. She has shown a passion for advocacy, and always gets results for her clients."
"Top-notch lawyer for tough cases. Highly respected in the legal community."
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"Attorney Bonk has the intelligence, insight, and legal expertise to solve all your legal problems successfully. I endorse her and recommend her services."
"Kiley is a bright up and coming family law attorney. She has strong interpersonal skills that make her very effective in and out of the courtroom. She is truly an asset to work with in our office and is well respected in the legal community.."
"Kiley is an unwavering advocate for her clients in the courtroom. She is intelligent, hard-working and maintains the highest level of professionalism. Her strong negotiation and effective litigation skills are unparalleled in the industry."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Director's Award, DuPage County Bar Association
2013
DIrector's Award, DuPage County Bar Association
2009
Dean's List, Loyola University Chicago School of Law
2009
Certificate in Child and Family Law, Loyola University School of Law
2009
Certificate in Advocacy, Loyola University School of Law
2006
Magna Cum Laude, Miami University
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Owner/Partner, Laraia & Whitty, P.C.
2017 - 2019
Attorney, Lillig & Thorsness, Ltd.
2009 - 2017
Senior Associate, Anderson & Associates, P.C.
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, DuPage State's Attorney's Office
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk- Child Protective Services, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
2007 - 2007
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office
Associations
2019 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationSecond Vice-President
2016 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationVice Chair, Membership Committee
2012 - Present
DuPage County Bar Association, Planning CommitteeCommittee Member
2009 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
DuPage County Bar AssociationAssistant Treasurer- Executive Committee
2015 - 2016
DuPage County Bar Association, Budget CommitteeComittee Member
2014 - 2016
DuPage Association of Women LawyersPresident
2013 - 2014
DuPage County Bar Association, New Lawyer's CommitteeChair
2013 - 2014
DuPage Association of Women LawyersPresident-Elect
2012 - 2013
DuPage Association of Women LawyersThird Vice President
2011 - 2014
DuPage County Bar FoundationBoard of Directors
2011 - 2012
DuPage Association of Women LawyersDirector
2010 - 2014
Northwest Suburban Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In Re Marriage of Heindl; 2014 IL App (2d) 130198
Affirmed.
Education
2009
Loyola University School of Law
J.D.
2006
Miami University
BA - Bachelor of Arts- Magna Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2016
Family Law MCLE Seminar
UIFSA and the UCCJEA - Child Support and Custody Issues Across State Lines
Publications
2009
Law Bulletin
Life After the Bar
2008
Children's Legal Rights Journal
Minors as Living Organ Donors
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I get guardianship of my younger brother?
21 Oct 2019
Q&A
Do I still need to provide bank statements to my ex even though I share my bank account with my fiancé?
21 Oct 2019
Q&A
Is the collection agency allowed to debit my account without my permission?
14 Jun 2013