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Sefton Kelly Family Law

We have made our philosophy —divorce with dignity — the cornerstone of our practice. Our knowledgeable family lawyers bring a combined more than 70 years of experience in divorce law and family law to your case. Located near the heart of Naperville IL, we serve families throughout Dupage, Kane, Cook, Will, and surrounding counties.

Litigation

Every client and case is truly unique, our attorneys can support and guide you through a diverse range of issues.

Mediation

Mediation is a process for resolving disputes. The parties retain the assistance of a neutral mediator to assist them in resolving their dispute.

Collaboration

It offers an alternative to traditional litigation and mediation, and may be able to help you reach a dignified and efficient resolution.


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Divorce

Contemplating a separation, annulment, or divorce is difficult. Whether or not you are sure you want to end your marriage, it helps to learn the basics of divorce law and dissolution for couples during marriage. As of January 1, 2016, the statute that governs divorces in Illinois has experienced a complete overhaul. Should you conclude that divorce is necessary, it is important to seek the assistance of an experienced divorce attorney especially now that the laws have changed.

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Child Support

Illinois has adopted child support guidelines that consider the income of both parents as well as the number of overnights each parent has with the children. See also the article regarding child support in the Articles section of this website. Certain expenses incurred for the children, such as unreimbursed medical expenses, medical insurance premiums and certain extracurricular activities are also considered and can be allocated between the parents.

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Parenting Time and Visitation

“Parenting time” (formerly “visitation”), as it is now officially referred to, is an issue you will need to consider if you have minor children. Parenting time means the time during which a parent is responsible for exercising caretaking functions and nonsignificant decision-making responsibilities with respect to the children. Visitation now refers to the time spent between a child and a nonparent such as the child’s grandparent, great-grandparent, sibling or stepparent.

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Divorce

Contemplating a separation, annulment, or divorce is difficult. Whether or not you are sure you want to end your marriage, it helps to learn the basics of divorce law and dissolution for couples during marriage. As of January 1, 2016, the statute that governs divorces in Illinois has experienced a complete overhaul. Should you conclude that divorce is necessary, it is important to seek the assistance of an experienced divorce attorney especially now that the laws have changed.

Read More  

Child Support

Illinois has adopted child support guidelines that consider the income of both parents as well as the number of overnights each parent has with the children. See also the article regarding child support in the Articles section of this website. Certain expenses incurred for the children, such as unreimbursed medical expenses, medical insurance premiums and certain extracurricular activities are also considered and can be allocated between the parents.

Read More  

Parenting Time and Visitation

“Parenting time” (formerly “visitation”), as it is now officially referred to, is an issue you will need to consider if you have minor children. Parenting time means the time during which a parent is responsible for exercising caretaking functions and nonsignificant decision-making responsibilities with respect to the children. Visitation now refers to the time spent between a child and a nonparent such as the child’s grandparent, great-grandparent, sibling or stepparent.

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Testimonials

Vicki Kelly is sharp, supportive and knowledgeable when it comes to family law. She defended my needs as a mother of a special needs child, she is quick to think of solutions to conflict and she does it with a level head.

I have hired Hilary on a few occasions and she has never let me down. She handles my toughest fights with dignity and grace and consistently sees me through to the end when dealing with my ex. She is more than "winning" the case - she is "caring" for her client. I have and will continue to recommend Hilary Sefton.

Mrs. Vicki did a great job representing me. She was very thorough and detailed. She definitely spent significant time preparing for court. Vicki made sure she understood all the facts. It was very easy to work with her. I was very happy with the outcome.

I needed to end an 18 year marriage for the safety, security, and happiness of myself and my daughters. With Ms. Sefton's guidance we were able to do so efficiently, and as painlessly as possible for all parties. Thanks to her counsel, we were able to move forward to an amicable resolution. I highly recommend Hilary Sefton.

I could not have done this without Vicki. I hired Vicki after a bad experience with my first lawyer. Vicki explained the process, gave me my options, and kept me informed during the entire process. Because I was educated on what to expect next and my various options, nothing was a surprise. Divorce is hard, but when you have someone who is a diligent advocate, who keeps you in the loop and explains everything, the anxiety is relieved.

2000+ Successfully completed cases
75+ Years of Experience
30+ Awards

PRACTICE AREAS

Every client and case is truly unique, which requires significant experience and knowledge in many areas of practice.

Divorce

It helps to learn the basics of divorce law and dissolution for couples during marriage.

Mediation

The parties retain the assistance of a neutral mediator to assist them in resolving their dispute.

Child Support

Illinois has adopted child support guidelines that consider the income of both parents as well as the number of overnights each parent has with the children.

Guardianships

Establishing a guardianship is often necessary and extremely helpful for your loved one.

Adoption

Adoption is about creating and strengthening families.

Same-Sex relationships

If you need representation for a same-sex relationship, know that we are committed to seeking positive solutions that protect your interests.

All of our divorce attorneys at Sefton Kelly Family Law are committed to helping couples and families achieve their goals while maintaining their dignity and self-respect. Our highest priority is to settle divorce and family law matters amicably.

OUR TEAM

We take a team approach to every case, applying our combined skills and resources to protect the best interests of our clients.

Partner

Hilary A. Sefton focuses her practice on all areas of family law, including divorce, child support and custody matters, post-decree issues, surrogacy contracts and adoptions.


Partner

Victoria (Vicki) Kelly takes great pride in navigating her clients through complicated family law issues.


Associate Attorney

Brandy Arvanitis is an Associate Attorney at Sefton Kelly Family Law, where she represents clients in all aspects of domestic relations proceedings.


Associate Attorney

Cassandra L. Minnifield takes pride in her ability to be both compassionate and a zealous advocate for clients in all areas of family law.


Associate Attorney

Robin C. Slattery is an associate attorney at Sefton Kelly Family Law, where she represents clients in all family law related matters.


Of Counsel

My experience in accounting, tax and law gives me a unique perspective when working corporate and business law matters.


Of Counsel

Kayla’s experience in accounting and tax, as well as in the practice of law, gives her a unique perspective when working with individuals and businesses on their trust and estate and business tax law matters.


Call Today For A Consultation

+1 630-428-3300

We look forward to helping you resolve your family law issues in a dignified manner. To discuss your needs with a dedicated Illinois attorney,
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List Of Counties We Serve

Cook County DuPage County Kane County Kendall County Will County

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