Why I work Here: 

Many years ago, I had to face a custody battle, right when I was hired by the Cook County state’s attorney. I was a brand new attorney, and I was suddenly involved in a custody battle. I was scared. I didn’t expect to be in the situation, and I didn’t know what to do. Many people think that lawyers know everything, but the reality is I didn’t know anything about child custody at that time, so I was scared! I sat on the other side of the attorney-client table, I didn’t know what to expect or what to do. After gaining custody of my son, I learned how to help people in a similar situation. I used my personal experience, and then I gained additional professional experience with the state’s attorney, as well as in private practice. I have taken these personal and professional experiences and I went out on my own, because I believe there’s a better way that we can help people through these difficult times in their life.

What I Love Most About My Job:

Helping people find the solution that improves their life. When you come into our office, there is not a “cookie cutter” answer to your problems because your situation is different and unique. It often takes a great perspective of trying to understand and diagnose what you really want, and then crafting solutions to help improve your life.

My Experience: 

I was a Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney. As a prosecutor, I successfully upheld convictions of murder, home invasion, and burglary. I spent also two years in the Juvenile Division where I worked closely with the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS), the Office of the Public Guardian, and the Public Defender to find permanent solutions for Illinois families involved in suspected child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency.