Family Law and Divorce Attorney in Glen Ellyn, IL
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Mulyk Laho Law is based right here in Glen Ellyn, and we’ve helped local families navigate divorce, child support, and other family law matters for over a decade.
When you hire our firm, you have 55 years of combined courtroom experience on your side. Our attorneys are your neighbors, and they’re easy to reach when you need it most.
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Rebecca A. Laho
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Family Law Office in Glen Ellyn, IL
Our office is located in Glen Ellyn near the intersection of Park Boulevard and Roosevelt Road—just 6 minutes from the Metra station and 15 minutes from the DuPage County Courthouse in Wheaton.
Our Location:
45 S. Park Blvd., Suite 230
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Your Local Courthouse
18th Judicial Circuit Court
505 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187
Divorce in Glen Ellyn – What to Expect
Glen Ellyn is a small village of established, single-family neighborhoods, longtime homeowners, and families with deep roots in the Glenbard West and Glenbard South school communities.
That shapes the kinds of divorce cases we see here. Marriages tend to run longer, couples often have significant equity in a shared home, and one of the central questions is almost always how to keep a parenting schedule stable for kids who are staying in the same schools, the same activities, and the same neighborhood.
That doesn’t mean every case is the same:
Uncontested divorces are common among couples who've already agreed on the major terms (property, parenting time, and support) and simply need the agreement drafted correctly and filed properly.
Mediated divorces work well for Glen Ellyn couples who want to avoid a courtroom fight but still need a neutral third party to help resolve disagreements over the house, retirement accounts, or a parenting schedule.
Contested divorces arise when spouses can't agree—often over how to divide a long-held marital home, retirement savings built over decades, or where the kids will spend the school week.
Complex or high-asset divorces are common in Glen Ellyn, particularly when one or both spouses are executives, business owners, or have significant retirement and investment accounts that require careful valuation and division.
Whichever category your case falls into, the legal issues that tend to matter most for families here are the marital home, retirement division, and a parenting plan that keeps kids’ routines intact.
Our Glen Ellyn divorce lawyers have deep experience in these areas, and we have a full support team—including child welfare specialists, forensic accountants, and investigators—to help you build your strongest case.
Children, Custody, and Support in Glen Ellyn Divorce Cases
When kids are involved in a divorce, keeping their world stable is usually the top priority for Glen Ellyn parents—the same school, the same friends, the same activities.
Illinois law refers to child custody as the “allocation of parental responsibilities,” covering both decision-making authority (schooling, medical care, religion) and parenting time (the actual schedule). We help Glen Ellyn parents build parenting plans that hold up in practice, not just on paper, and we litigate aggressively when a fair schedule isn’t on the table.
Child support in Illinois follows an income-shares model set out in 750 ILCS 5/505, factoring in both parents’ incomes, health insurance costs, and childcare expenses. This can be complicated by a self-employed spouse, a parent who owns a business, and bonus or commission income. Complex financial cases are exactly where experienced representation matters most, and it’s an area we handle regularly for Glen Ellyn families.
Additional Family Law Services in Glen Ellyn, IL
Divorce is the most common reason families come to us, but it’s far from the only one. Mulyk Laho Law handles the full range of family law matters for clients in Glen Ellyn, DuPage County, and surrounding communities.
Adoption
We guide families through agency, private, stepparent, and relative adoptions with care and efficiency.
Paternity
Establishing, contesting, or modifying paternity to protect the legal rights of children and parents alike.
Civil Unions
Helping couples establish civil unions and understand their legal rights and protections under Illinois law.
Guardian ad Litem
Experienced representation in cases where the court appoints an independent advocate for your child’s best interests.
Orders of Protection
When safety is at stake, we move quickly. Our attorneys are experienced in obtaining emergency orders of protection and temporary restraining orders for clients and their children.
Prenuptial Agreements
Drafting and reviewing agreements that protect your individual assets and clarify financial rights before they become a source of conflict.
Why Choose Mulyk Laho Law for Your Glen Ellyn Divorce?
We know that hiring an attorney can feel like a leap of faith. When you work with Mulyk Laho Law, you can feel confident that you made the right choice.
55 Years of Combined Experience: Our attorneys have been representing families in the 18th Judicial Circuit for decades. We know its judges, its procedures, and how to move cases forward efficiently—experience that directly improves outcomes for clients.
Local Attorneys: Our office is located right here in Glen Ellyn. We're your neighbors, not a downtown Chicago firm treating the suburbs as an afterthought.
Mediation and Litigation: We take the time to understand all the details of your case and recommend the right legal pathway for your family. If a mediated resolution serves your interests, we pursue it efficiently. If a fight is necessary, our experienced divorce attorneys are ready for trial.
A Full Support Team Behind Every Case: We work diligently to build your strongest possible case, supported by skilled investigators, forensic accountants, child psychologists, and social workers.
Your Children Come First: We understand that both the outcome of your case and the process itself will impact your family for life. We pursue resolutions that protect your kids now and set them up for stability in the years ahead.
Free Initial Consultation: Speak with one of our attorneys at no charge, with no obligation. Everything discussed is confidential. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your options and what comes next.
Glen Ellyn Family Law FAQ
Where do I file for divorce if I live in Glen Ellyn, IL?
Glen Ellyn is part of DuPage County, so your case is filed and heard at the 18th Judicial Circuit Court in Wheaton, at 505 N. County Farm Road. Our office is a 15-minute drive from the courthouse, and our attorneys appear there regularly.
What does the divorce process look like in the 18th Judicial Circuit?
- Illinois is a no-fault state, meaning the only grounds required for divorce are irreconcilable differences. Unlike other states, Illinois does not require a mandatory waiting period before filing for divorce.
- After filing, your spouse is served and the court schedules an initial case management conference. A judge sets timelines and identifies disputed issues.
- Contested parenting cases are routed through mandatory mediation before a full hearing is scheduled.
- Many cases resolve through a negotiated settlement agreement; those that don’t proceed to trial.
- Routine hearings can often be handled via Zoom, though our attorneys will always advise you when your presence in person matters.
- A divorce is finalized when a judge signs a divorce decree. The terms of your divorce order can still be modified later, especially if circumstances such as finances or living arrangements have changed.
How long does a divorce take in Glen Ellyn?
An uncontested divorce with a complete agreement can sometimes be finalized in 2-4 months. Contested cases involving disputes over property, custody, or support typically take several months to over a year, depending on how much the parties disagree and the court’s schedule.
Will my divorce affect my kids' enrollment at Glenbard West or Glenbard South?
It can. School enrollment is generally tied to the custodial parent’s residence within the district. Your parenting plan should clearly address where the children will primarily reside and how school-related decisions will be made, which is something we address specifically when drafting child custody agreements for Glen Ellyn families.
I work in Chicago. Can my case be heard there instead of DuPage County?
Generally, no, unless one spouse lives in Cook County. In Illinois, divorce venue is based on residence, not employment, under 750 ILCS 5/104. For Glen Ellyn residents, that means your case will be heard in DuPage County, even if you commute into Chicago every day.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Illinois doesn’t require an attorney to file for divorce, but even a fully agreed-upon case involves details that are easy to get wrong without legal review—like retirement account division, tax implications, and enforceability of the agreement. Since your first consultation with us is free, there’s little reason not to have your agreement checked before you file.
Can a divorce decree be modified later?
Yes. Significant changes in circumstances, such as a job loss, relocation, remarriage, or a change in a child’s needs, can be grounds to modify child support, maintenance, or a parenting plan. We represent Glen Ellyn clients on both sides of modification requests.
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