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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.
More Practices
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 MoreChild 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 MoreParenting 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.
Read MoreDivorce
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 MoreChild 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 MoreParenting 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.
Read MoreTestimonials
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.
PRACTICE AREAS
Every client and case is truly unique, which requires significant experience and knowledge in many areas of practice.
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.
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.