Dupage County Family Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate & Collections Lawyers

Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC

45 South Park Boulevard
Suite 230
Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137
USA

(630) 852-1100

(630) 852-1128

www.klgmlaw.com/

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At Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, we provide legal counsel in the areas of family law, estate planning, real estate and collections. The firm accepts cases in DuPage, Kane, Will and Kendall counties.

At Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, we are widely regarded for the aggressive yet reasonable approach taken on behalf of our clients. With over 44 years of combined experience, our attorneys have built solid personal and professional reputations within the legal community. We work tirelessly to achieve the best possible result for our clients.

Our practice is uniquely energetic and vibrant. We are never afraid to fight for the interests of our clients. All of our attorneys have extensive litigation experience. The combination of our experience and commitment enables us to provide our clients with a fresh perspective for their case. Additionally, our lawyers are active, leading members of various prominent legal associations including the DuPage County Bar Association, DuPage Association of Women Lawyers and the Justinian Society of Lawyers - DuPage Chapter.

The partners of Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, agree that communication with our clients is a top priority. The attorneys and staff are highly accessible and responsive to your needs. Whether by e-mail or telephone, we strive to return all client communication within 24 hours. The goal of our firm is to work together as a team with our clients to provide them with the most effective advocacy in the most cost-efficient way possible.

Year this Office was Established: 2009

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Collections; Post-Decree Modifications; Property Division; Civil Union; Powers of Attorney; Post Judgment Collections.

Practice Areas Description

Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC provides legal representation and services in the following areas of practice:

- Family Law

Family law includes issues of divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, property division, adoption, paternity, domestic violence, and post-decree matters. With the heightened sensitivity and vital importance of these matters, it is crucial to choose a law firm that can best represent your interests. The law firm of Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC is highly experienced in handling all of these matters. Our firm offers full-service representation and is skilled in handling all aspects of family law. Many family law issues are interconnected, so it is wise to choose a law firm that concentrates in all areas.

*Divorce

The law firm of Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC offers clients expert counsel navigating the complex world of divorce law. Whether you plan on initiating divorce proceedings or your spouse has already initiated proceedings, our attorneys can help protect your interests and advocate on your behalf. While our firm is skilled in arbitration, mediation and negotiating settlements, we are also highly experienced and successful litigators. The more contentious issues involved in divorce such as child support, child custody, maintenance and property division often cannot be settled outside of court. Our attorneys excel in litigation and are forceful advocates for our clients.

*Child Custody

Our attorneys have extensive experience working through complex child custody issues and achieving custody arrangements that are in the best interests of our clients and their children. Even in situations in which parents voluntarily agree to child custody arrangements, the advice and counsel of an experienced family law attorney is paramount in accurately structuring such an arrangement. There are numerous specifics involved with custody agreements including physical custody, legal custody, visitation rights, travel limitations and decision-making protocol among other concerns. Structuring a custody agreement correctly from the beginning will minimize the necessity and expense of post-decree modifications.

*Child Support

Child support is a common issue that is handled in Divorce, legal separation proceedings or between unmarried parents. Support is normally awarded to the custodial parent of a child from the non-custodial parent until the child turns 18. There are some exceptions to this norm, however. Generally, the child possesses the right to child support, though payments are made to the child’s custodian. The attorneys at our firm are experienced in negotiating and litigating the issue of child support. Additionally, we are skilled in handling post-decree modifications of child support and other issues as circumstances of the original decree change.

*Adoption

Our attorneys bring understanding and expertise to the sometimes frustrating adoption process. We are always concerned with serving the best interests of the child. Additionally, we are qualified to serve as guardians ad litem to represent the interests and desires of a child through the adoption process. We are experienced in working with both contested and consensual adoptions in Chicago’s western suburbs including DuPage, Kane, Will and Kendall counties.

*Paternity

Many paternity cases revolve around a mother seeking to determine paternity of her child in order to obtain a parentage decree. A parentage decree has a broad impact on a child’s life including securing insurance coverage, the right to inherit and financial support while the child is a minor. Our attorneys are experienced in advocating for mothers and their children to receive the support they are entitled to under the law. Our firm also represents fathers seeking to establish paternity in order to obtain child custody and visitation rights.

*Domestic Violence

Our attorneys are experienced in handling cases in which violence or the threat of violence is factor. We work diligently to gather evidence and build strong cases to protect the interests and safety of our clients and their children. In many cases, an order of protection(OP) or temporary restraining order(TRO) is required to ensure the safety of our clients and their children. An OP or TRO is typically granted based on the initial affidavit from the victim. For the order to be extended, however, testimony and evidence must be presented to the court. Our attorneys are skilled in preparing all of the necessary information and evidence including medical reports, eyewitness testimony, police reports, phone records and all other relevant documentation. We use all tools at our disposal to obtain the protection our clients and their families need.

*Property Division

There are three main steps in dividing property in a divorce—determining which property is marital property, assigning a value to the marital property and determining how the marital property will be distributed. In general, marital property consists of all property that is acquired during a marriage, which was not acquired by one spouse through an inheritance or as a gift. Valuing that property can be difficult and often requires the assistance of accountants and appraisers. Our lawyers are highly experienced in handling this often complicated aspect of the divorce process.

*Pre-Nuptial Agreements

Pre-nuptial agreements can address a wide variety of issues. Each couple will have different specific needs to address. If either spouse owns a business, for example, a pre-nuptial agreement can be crafted to prevent it from being divided as part of a divorce. Pre-nuptial agreements can also be used to protect assets meant to be inherited by children from a previous relationship. Additionally, they are often used to limit the amount of spousal support that can be granted in a divorce decree. Our attorneys have experience drafting and modifying pre-nuptial agreements to represent the best interests and wishes of our clients.

*Maintenance and Spousal Support

Our attorneys are experienced in dealing with all of the factors that influence spousal support. We are familiar with the norms of the local family law courts and skillful at presenting cases to secure the best interests of our clients. Additionally, we also help clients with post-decree matters of spousal support. As circumstances for one of both former spouses change, so too can maintenance orders.

*Post-Decree Modifications

At Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, we are skilled in evaluating changing circumstances and helping clients make the necessary modifications to their divorce degrees where possible. We have a reputation for fighting vigorously for the interests of our clients and their families.

*College Expenses

A determination of parental contributions to college expenses is a common part of a divorce agreement in which children are involved. Illinois law provides that one or both parents as well as the child may be ordered to contribute to the cost of college, professional school or other types of post-high school training. Children born to unmarried parents are also entitled to college support. At the law firm of Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, our attorneys are highly experienced in handling college support agreements and modifications.

*Mediation

A mediated divorce has both advantages and disadvantages in comparison to a litigated divorce. On the one hand, mediation is usually much quicker and less expensive than a divorce proceeding that goes to court. Additionally, couples that go through a successful mediation are more likely to uphold the terms of the divorce because they determined them for themselves.

*Civil Union

Civil unions or domestic partnerships are increasingly common between both same sex couples and heterosexual couples. Regardless of gender, the law does not afford an unmarried couple the same protections as a married couple. Consequently, a civil union agreement is the wisest course of action. At the law firm of Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, our attorneys can help craft a civil union agreement for you and your partner that will closely approximate the rights and responsibilities of marriage.

- Real Estate

Real estate transactions can be complex and there are a number of services an experienced attorney can provide to facilitate the process. Among the most important of these is creating, negotiating and reviewing real estate contracts. Whether you are buying or selling a home, it is wise to consult an attorney to review any and all contracts you have to sign including purchase/sale contracts, construction contracts and mortgage contracts. At our firm, we make sure that our clients are aware of all stipulations in such contracts and provide counsel as to how to modify contracts to serve the client's best interests.

- Estate Planning

When creating and managing an estate plan, it is essential to work with attorneys who are knowledgeable and trustworthy. At our firm, our attorneys have solid reputations for integrity and client service. We are experienced in drafting estate planning documents and modifying existing estate plans.

*Probate and Estate

We also offer estate planning counsel and probate administration assistance. Following a death, the probate process can be complex and time-consuming. Establishing an effective estate plan ahead of time and employing the services of knowledgeable counsel in probate, can shorten and simplify the process.

*Wills and Trusts

Wills and trusts are two of the most important tools in building an estate plan. While most people understand the purpose and function of a will, many people are not familiar with how trusts work. Wills and trusts are used for similar purposes, but they operate very differently. Our attorneys are knowledgeable about all aspects of estate planning including working with both wills and trusts. We also help clients modify wills and trusts as part of divorce proceedings.

*Collections

At our firm, our attorneys sometimes offer legal counsel in the area of debt collection. We represent individual clients and other attorneys who are owned money. As a matter of policy, we only take on cases in which the debt owned is $1,500 or greater.

*Living Wills

Because you never know what the future may bring, it’s important to plan for all possibilities. A living will is an important part of the estate planning process. A living will outlines your wishes for your care should you become incapacitated and unable to speak for yourself. At Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, we are experienced in helping clients with estate planning issues including living wills.

*Powers of Attorney

Powers of attorney are essential components in any estate planning process. These documents give the person of your choosing the authority to act as your agent if/when you are unable to make important decisions for yourself. Without powers of attorney in place, your family will be forced to make difficult decisions for you if you become incapacitated. Unfortunately, those decisions may not be in line with your wishes. To ensure that your wishes are implemented by a person you trust, you must plan ahead. Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLCC, we can help you create a comprehensive estate plan that includes powers of attorney.

*Post Judgment Collections

Sometimes a case is not over after you win a judgment. Until you have been paid according to the Court’s order, you may still need to fight for what you are due. Post judgment actions are sometimes required to enforce a court-ordered award. At Mulyk, Laho & Mack, LLC, our attorneys are experienced in debt collections. We can help you secure the payments you are entitled to and deserve.

Attorneys

	Ms. Sharon Knobbe Attorney Adoption, Alimony, Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Debt Relief		Ms. Rebecca Laho Attorney Adoption, Alimony, Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Divorce
	Ms. Maria Tolva Mack Attorney Adoption, Alimony, Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Collaborative Law