Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Joliet, IL
Andreano and Lyons is a Will County-based law firm specializing in family law with over 45 years of dedicated service. Our practice focuses exclusively on divorce proceedings, child custody matters, spousal support negotiations, property division, and related family law issues. We provide comprehensive legal representation through traditional litigation while also offering alternative dispute resolution options like mediation and collaborative divorce processes. Our attorneys maintain deep familiarity with evolving Illinois family law statutes, including recent reforms to child support calculations and parenting time frameworks.We offer flexible consultation options including weekday afternoon walk-ins, scheduled evening/weekend appointments, and no-cost phone consultations during office hours. Our team combines extensive courtroom experience with a commitment to personalized client service, having served generations of Will County families through complex legal transitions.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Property Division
Mediation Services
Paternity Cases
Prenuptial Agreements
Post-Divorce Modifications
Grandparent Visitation
Emergency Motions
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of specialized family law experience in Will County courts
- Our practice focuses exclusively on family law matters and divorce proceedings
- We offer flexible consultation options including evening and weekend appointments
- Our attorneys maintain active involvement in state and local bar associations
- We provide no-cost phone consultations during regular office hours
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive legal representation for both contested and uncontested divorces. We handle complex property division, spousal maintenance negotiations, and parenting time arrangements. Our attorneys have extensive courtroom experience with Will County family law procedures and maintain familiarity with current statutory requirements for asset distribution and support calculations.
Child Custody
We assist clients with parenting time arrangements and decision-making responsibilities under Illinois' modernized family law framework. Our services include custody evaluations, visitation schedule development, and modification proceedings. We help clients understand the 40% overnight threshold requirements and create workable parenting plans tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Spousal Support
Our firm handles spousal maintenance determinations using current statutory guidelines and case law precedents. We represent clients in temporary support hearings, post-divorce modification requests, and enforcement actions. We provide detailed financial analyses to determine appropriate support amounts based on both parties' income and living requirements.
Property Division
We manage equitable division of marital assets and debts including real estate, retirement accounts, and business interests. Our services cover valuation disputes, pension division calculations, and non-marital property claims. We help clients understand the difference between equitable and equal distribution under Illinois law.
Mediation Services
We offer mediation services to help couples resolve family law matters outside traditional litigation. Our certified mediators facilitate constructive negotiations regarding child custody, support arrangements, and property division. This process provides a cost-effective alternative to courtroom battles while maintaining legal compliance with state requirements.
People
Anthony P. Andreano
Family Law Attorney
Will County native with 25+ years of family law experience. Former member of Illinois Supreme Court's Access to Justice Commission. Recipient of 2007 Pro Bono Attorney of the Year award. Handles all aspects of divorce and family law cases.
Samuel Andreano
Founding Partner
Established the firm in 1978. Father of eight children and husband of founding partner Susan Lyons. Served as mentor to multiple generations of Will County family law attorneys before passing in 2020.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support determinations, property division, paternity cases, and post-divorce modifications.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide no-cost phone consultations during regular office hours when an attorney is available. In-person consultations require advance scheduling.
How are child support amounts determined?
Illinois uses an income-sharing model considering both parents' earnings. We help calculate obligations based on current guidelines and represent clients in modification proceedings when circumstances change.
Can I attend court hearings via Zoom?
Some judges allow virtual appearances for non-emergency matters. Emergency motions require in-person attendance with proof of proper notification to the opposing party.
What areas do you serve?
We exclusively serve Will County residents with office locations in downtown Joliet. Our attorneys are familiar with all local court procedures and personnel.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can book consultations online through our scheduling portal or contact us directly at (815) 727-1937 during regular business hours for immediate assistance.
