A Joliet And Will County Family Law Firm That Puts Clients First
Divorce and the difficult decisions that come with it can be emotionally exhausting. The lawyer you work with can make a significant difference not only in the outcome of the important matters that will be addressed but also in how the process plays out. At Blacha Law Office, LLC, our attorneys have adopted a client-focused approach that aims to ensure that our clients’ voices are heard.
No one is likely to claim that resolving family law concerns is a pleasant endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. Attorney Monika Blacha has assisted residents of Joliet and Will County with family law issues for more than 20 years. Ms. Blacha and her team of attorneys bring more than 50 cumulative years of family law experience to each case. They use their extensive experience and thorough knowledge of Illinois family law statutes to develop creative legal strategies that achieve each client’s unique objectives.
Our Team Will Keep You Informed
Our lawyers recognize how important it is that you understand all your options and stay informed about the status of your case. From the free consultation through the resolution of your matter, they will emphasize clear and timely communication.
Whether your primary concern is protecting parental rights, dividing significant marital assets or being treated fairly regarding spousal maintenance, our team will help you set realistic goals. Each court has unique characteristics. Our attorneys’ familiarity with Will County Circuit Court judges and the county court system helps them properly prepare regardless of what family law issue they are addressing.
Put Experience On Your Side
Attorney Blacha is a certified divorce mediator who has practiced law since 1999. She founded her own firm in 2012 to offer the sort of personalized legal counsel that large firms struggle to provide. Our clients welcome this personal attention and focus on details.
Our Attorneys Handle All Family Law Matters
Our lawyers represent clients in the full scope of family law matters. This includes:
- Divorce
- Collaborative divorce
- Child support
- Child custody and parenting plans
- Division of marital property
- Spousal support/maintenance
- Paternity
- Post-decree modifications
- Relocation with a child
- Enforcement of orders
- Orders of protection
- Mediation
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Adoptions
Also Assisting With Estate Planning, Probate And Family Immigration
Our attorneys also help individuals in Naperville and the surrounding communities navigate the estate administration process, and they address family immigration matters as well. They bring the same personal approach that is the hallmark of their family law representation to the work they do in those practice areas.
If a loved one has died, our lawyers can assist with probate, providing you with guidance regarding the administration of the estate and offering insights on tax matters. They assist with the notification of heirs and creditors. They also represent clients in will disputes and breach of fiduciary responsibility claims.
If you are a foreign-born resident looking to obtain legal permanent residency (a green card) or citizenship or to bring another family member to the U.S., our attorneys can guide you through the process.They also assist individuals who face deportation or who wish to seek asylum or protect their rights under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) laws.
Representing Clients In Naperville And The Surrounding Communities
Our team represents clients throughout Will County as well as Cook, DuPage, Kane and Kendall counties. To schedule a free consultation, call 630-283-1987 or use the online contact form on this website.
How To Find Us In Joliet
We are in downtown Joliet not far from where Highway 6 and Highway 30 intersect. You can find our office building right off the corner of North Chicago Street and East Clinton Street, kitty-corner from the Joliet Public Library or about a block southwest from the post office.
Directions from O’Hare International Airport: Take Interstate 190 E. and follow it briefly until you reach 294 S. Then follow the interstate for a few miles until you reach exit 31A. Follow I-88 W until you reach exit 131A, where you will merge onto I-355 S for several miles.
Take exit 7 toward 143rd Street. Keep right and merge onto Highway 171. Follow the highway for about nine miles until you reach Highway 30. Take a right and follow for just a few minutes. At North Chicago Street, go left. We are one block down on your left.
Where To Eat And Nearby Attractions
Some places for food within walking distance of our office:
This is an upscale restaurant providing steak, seafood and new American food.
Enjoy a locally brewed craft beer and elevated pub grub at this craft brewery located on Des Plaines Street.
This local pub provides brews, food and entertainment from its Chicago Street location.
Not your typical tavern, this venue offers cocktails and Italian fare in a 19th-century aesthetic.
Attractions nearby:
A historic venue, this theater originally opened in 1926 as a vaudeville movie theater.
Come see Joliet’s professional baseball team. Home games are played at DuPage Medical Group Field.
Learn about the history of Joliet and surrounding Will County at our historical museum.
Enjoy a variety of gaming, food and entertainment options at this riverfront casino.
Blacha Law Office, LLC
116 N. Chicago St.
Suite 303
Joliet, IL 60432
Telephone: 630-283-1987
Joliet Office Map & Directions
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday