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When people learn that I am a family law attorney, I often get a shudder in response, or the question, "How can you do that type of law?" The answer is simple. I know that I can help people through a major transition in their lives and make the process less painful for them, and, most importantly, for their children. Navigating the court system can be tricky enough. Add in the powerful emotions that come with a domestic relations dispute and you need an informed, empathetic, yet cooler head, on your side. That is where I come in.
Focusing my practice solely in family law allows me to provide my clients specialized representation in their most personal and emotional matters. I create relationships with my clients that allow me to focus on their needs, and resolve their legal issues in an expedient and dignified matter. My mediation training and Collaborative Law training and role as a Fellow at the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois provide me with additional skills in alternative dispute resolution that can be used in and out of the courtroom.
I handle pre-decree divorce cases, child support enforcement, orders of protection, pre-nuptial agreements, post-decree enforcement, paternity cases, college contribution cases, guardianships and adoptions, as well as mediation and collaborative cases. I make sure to meet my client's needs, and when it is outside my realm of expertise, I am ready with referrals to professionals my client may need during, or after, their case, such as business valuators, appraisers, custody evaluators, mortgage specialists, financial experts, and more.
If you want an attorney who will see you as a real person, with real issues, and who needs real results, then contact me. I am ready to start giving you real answers.
Practice areas
Either Collaborative Practice, ADR/Mediation, or traditional litigation. I help parties with their divorce or separation goals; including child-custody related issues.
15 years
Certified since 2009; over 50 mediation cases! I help facilitate the conversation and help parties reach resolution in a fraction of the time they might spend in court litigating.
13 years
Sometimes people know they do not have anything to fight about or fight over; the agreement is cut and dried and they simply need someone to get them through the legal process/steps. I do so in a cost-efficient manner.
15 years
Unmarried couples who need resolution about how they will parent their shared children after ending their relationships turn to me for practical and efficient resolution.
15 years
Uncontested or agreed upon adoptions of minor child or adults; I can help with either.
15 years
I assist with getting guardianship of a minor or a disabled adult.
10 years
Languages spoken
English
Sullivan Taylor Gumina & Palmer, P.C.
1250 E. Diehl Rd
Suite 400
Naperville, IL, 60563
STG Divorce law
100 Illinois Street
Suite 200
Saint Charles, IL, 60174
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 2007 | 03/03/2022 |
Legal answers | 210 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Emerging Lawyer | Leading Lawyers Network | 2018 |
Emerging Lawyer | Leading Lawyers Network | 2017 |
Avvo Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
Magna Cum Laude | University of Baltimore | 2007 |
Highest Grade in Family Law | University of Baltimore School of Law | 2006 |
Highest Grade earned in Corporations class | University of Baltimore School of Law | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Sullivan Taylor, Gumina, & Palmer, P.C. | 2018 - Present |
Senior Associate | Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, PC | 2011 - 2018 |
Associate Attorney | Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. | 2007 - 2011 |
Law Clerk | Law Offices of David Silverberg, Esq. | 2006 - 2007 |
Law Clerk/Legal Advocate | Homeless Persons Representation Project | 2006 - 2007 |
Student Attorney | University of Baltimore Family Law Clinic | 2006 - 2007 |
Advocate | House of Ruth Domestic Violence Legal Clinic | 2005 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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DuPage Association of Women Lawyers | Member | 2016 - Present |
Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation | Board Member | 2013 - Present |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Fellow | 2013 - Present |
Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation | Member | 2011 - Present |
DuPage County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Kane County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Will County Bar Association | N/A | |
Family Shelter Service | Junior Board Member | 2014 - 2016 |
Naperville Womens' Leads Club | Member | 2008 - 2010 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois website blog | New Year, New Alternatives to Consider | 2017 |
DuPage County Bar Briefs | An Absolute Right to Non-Suit? Not so Fast: A Review of the Law Surrounding Voluntary Dismissals | 2010 |
University of Baltimore Law Review | Who Turned Out the Lights: How Maryland Law Fails to Protect Victims of Domestic Violence from Third Party Abuse | 2006 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Baltimore School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude | 2007 |
Johns Hopkins University | Masters in Teaching | 2002 |
Queens University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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IICLE Elder Law Short Course 2018 | The Interplay between Guardianship and Divorce | 2018 |
Roundtable Discussions | Changes in Family Law--Frequently Asked Questions | 2017 |
Divorce Boot Camp | Motions Practice in Domestic Relations | 2017 |
Changes in Family Law--Q & A | Changes in the Law--Child Support and Custody | 2017 |
Advanced Family Law Seminar | Violence in the Home | 2015 |
Advanced Family Law | Non-Traditional Family Structures | 2015 |
Continuing Mediation Training | Mediation | 2014 |
Civil Union Super Seminar | Tax Implications of Civil Unions | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Support for Disabled Adult Child | Won continued support for my client's disabled child. |
Defeated Motion to Terminate Maintenance | Continued maintenance for my client. |
Support Case | I successfully got my client an increase in support, plus tens of thousands in back child support. |
Change in Custody | After trial, my client was named the residential parent and received more parenting time with the child, plus child support. |
College Contribution Motion | I negotiated a settlement resulting in contribution from the higher earning party towards college expenses |
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Sandra Bruckner, Unknown Attorney on Mar 11, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I had the pleasure of working with Anique in a collaborative divorce case. Anique is an excellent attorney, is very knowledgeable, always professional, and was a pleasure to work with in the collaborative process. Anique is very kind and very intelligent. She is an excellent advocate for her clients, and is an asset to the legal profession. I highly recommend Anique.
Lyn Conniff, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I recently represented the spouse of Anique’s client in a collaborative law case. In my 29 years of practicing family law, I have rarely seen a family law attorney with Anique’s extraordinary skill set. She is intelligent, intuitive, high in emotional intelligence, is a good listener, and works well with other professionals. At the same time, Anique is not afraid to apply her excellent advocacy skills in creative ways to help her client.
Sandra Bruckner, Unknown Attorney on Mar 11, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I had the pleasure of working with Anique in a collaborative divorce case. Anique is an excellent attorney, is very knowledgeable, always professional, and was a pleasure to work with in the collaborative process. Anique is very kind and very intelligent. She is an excellent advocate for her clients, and is an asset to the legal profession. I highly recommend Anique.
Lyn Conniff, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2021
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I recently represented the spouse of Anique’s client in a collaborative law case. In my 29 years of practicing family law, I have rarely seen a family law attorney with Anique’s extraordinary skill set. She is intelligent, intuitive, high in emotional intelligence, is a good listener, and works well with other professionals. At the same time, Anique is not afraid to apply her excellent advocacy skills in creative ways to help her client.
Daniel Kollias, Family Attorney on Jun 24, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Anique for several years, and have litigated against her. Anique is a hard-working and effective advocate for her clients. She takes reasonable positions and negotiates in good faith to avoid unnecessary litigation. When litigation is necessary, she cogently presents evidence and arguments on behalf of her clients.
Lisa Giese, Family Attorney on Jun 20, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anique is knowledgeable, professional and hard-working. I am impressed by her ability to settle challenging cases when it's in her client's best interests, but also standing her ground and effectively advocating (and litigating) when needed. I would definitely recommend her for all family law related needs.
Christa Winthers, Family Attorney on Jun 20, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anique is a very professional attorney that advocates strongly for her clients.
Stephen Brundage, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anique is an excellent attorney and I endorse this lawyer.
Melissa Kuffel, Family Attorney on Jun 17, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse Anique Drouin, as she is a compassionate, experienced, and knowledgeable attorney. She handles difficult cases and difficult attorneys with poise. More importantly, though, she gives each of her clients very individualized attention. Anique is attentive and caring, which can be a rarity in the legal world!
Katherine Becker, Mediation Attorney on Jun 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Anique is a talented mediator and takes the time and effort needed to help clients to reach an agreement.
Anthony Vechiola, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 16, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Anique for almost 10 years. She works diligently to provide the best result for her client. She is a strong advocate who is just as effective litigating in court as she is negotiating out of court.
Daniel Hansen, Adoption Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top notch lawyer in her field. Anique is one of the best lawyers in the state. I endorse this lawyer.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
Relationship: Other
This lawyer provides excellent services to clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Stuart Reid, Child support Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Anique is very knowledgable and an excellent writer. She makes a strong case for her clients in court and is always pleasant to deal with professionally. She is a credit to the profession.
Emilia Batun, Family Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse Anique K. Drouin. Anique provides zealous representation of her clients with thorough research and preparation of every issue present in each case.
Erin O'Brien, Family Attorney on Dec 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Terence Mullen, Family Attorney on Dec 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Anique on several occassions and have found her to be a top-notch family law attorney. She is always well prepared, highly skilled and professional. Her clients are well served by her approach to handling their cases. I heartily endorse Anique as a family law attorney.
Henry Kass, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Ms. Drouin for several years both from litigating matters with her firm and from our regular interactions at the courthouse. Ms. Drouin has a sharp legal acumen that she employs to advocate zealously on behalf of her clients. That being said, she is also both professional and reasonable, which is beneficial to the client in negotiations, and are attributes that are becoming more rare in our profession. I would highly recommend Ms. Drouin as your attorney.
Debra Braselton, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Anique on several family law cases over the past several years. Anique is skilled and experienced in the full range of family law matters and represents her clients with sensitivity and compassion. I wholeheartedly endorse Anique as a family law attorney and collaborative practitioner.
Michelle Dahlquist, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 9, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Anique practices law with great integrity, and is very knowledgeable regarding family law matters.
Sean Mccumber, Family Attorney on Dec 9, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Anique and I have worked together for over six years. We have shared an office and cases and there is very little she cannot do. Clients welcome her honesty and compassion and we, as her co-workers, welcome her sincerity and diligence and integrity.
Laura Baldwin, Family Attorney on Dec 9, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Anique is extremely professional, competent, and trustworthy. I highly recommend her.
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