Brian W. Reidy

I have experienced sitting on the client side of the lawyer-client table, which provides me with a unique perspective on the emotions my clients go through. Handling divorce and child custody matters is always challenging for those involved. It's crucial to have a trustworthy lawyer during the toughest period of your life. At Reidy Law Office, we are committed to educating our clients about the relevant laws and how they apply to their particular situations. We then develop a tailored strategy for each client's case. Our mission is to assist individuals during tough times in their lives and to establish a foundation for a better future.

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Illinois

Since 2009

Owner

Reidy Law Office

2014 - Current

Attorney

LeVine, Wittenberg, Shugan & Schatz Ltd.

2012 - 2014

Assistant States Attorney

Cook County State's Attorney

2009 - 2012

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology

J.D.

10 Best Client Satisfaction

American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

CALI - Trial Advocacy

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology

2008

Awarded to the top grade in the class

Illinois State Bar

Member

2009 - Current

Helping People to Make Life Changing Decisions, MaxLaw Conference, St. Louis, MO

October 2021

Q. Can a lawyer prolong a divorce despite client's wishes?

March 7, 2025

A: It’s difficult to say whether a lawyer prolonged the case without knowing the specifics. Attorney-client communication is protected by privilege, so without direct insight, we’d only be speculating about what was said or why certain decisions were made.

If your spouse is being truthful, it’s unfortunate that their attorney may not have followed their wishes. That being said, did you have an attorney of your own? If your spouse had legal representation, did you at least have someone review the agreements before signing? If you agreed to terms without legal counsel, you may be bound by those agreements.

If your judgment was entered less than 30 days ago, there may still be an opportunity to modify it—but you need to act quickly. Laws and deadlines for modifications vary by jurisdiction, so I strongly recommend reaching out to an attorney in your area as soon as possible.

Since you appear to be in Dublin, Ohio, and I’m only licensed in Illinois, I can’t provide legal advice specific to Ohio law. If your divorce took place in Illinois, I’d recommend consulting a lawyer in the county where your case was decided. If your case was in Ohio, you should contact a local attorney right away to review your options before any modification deadlines expire. ... Read More

Q. Can I proceed with divorce court date without filing taxes?

March 7, 2025

A: You "can" proceed with your divorce without filing your taxes, but that doesn’t mean you "should". If your first court date is next month, you don’t have to finalize everything right away. It’s best practice to know exactly what is being divided before finalizing your divorce—except in rare circumstances.

I strongly recommend filing your taxes first, so you have a clear understanding of what is owed. Once you know that number, you need to create a plan for repayment. Are you planning to sell a house or use other assets to pay the debt? More importantly, how will you protect yourself if your spouse doesn’t pay their share?

The IRS has powerful enforcement tools, including wage garnishments and bank levies. If the debt isn’t handled correctly, you could be held responsible for the entire amount. Before moving forward, make sure you have a clear agreement on who will pay what and how it will be enforced. ... Read More

Q. my divorce finalized on the 17th. can I motion it back into court and request maintenance?

January 22, 2025

A: You have 30 days to file any motions. Talk to your attorney as soon as possible to get this filed.