Brian W. Reidy

I have sat on the other client side of the lawyer-client table, which gives me a unique insight to the emotions that my clients experience. Divorce and child custody matters are never easy on the people involved. It is important to have a lawyer that you can trust during the most difficult time in your life. At Reidy Law Office, we believe in teaching our clients the relevant law and how it relates to the client’s specific situation. Then, we create the specific strategy for the individual client’s case. Our mission is to help people through the difficult times in their lives, and to create a starting point for a better life going forward.

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

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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. If I filed for divorce but none of the paperwork was turned in. how long do i have to turn it in?

September 18, 2020

A: There are some things missing from this question. When you filed your case, you should have received a case number from the clerk of court. If you filed in December and have not taken action, you are probably going to have to refile the case.

Q. Is there such a thing of abuse of primary authority of decision making of minor children?

May 7, 2020

A: It may not be abuse, but it certainly is a basis for you to seek a modification of your financial responsibility. Given the facts that you have presented here, I believe a judge would not hold you responsible for 50% Or any other amount if you file a timely motion. You might also consider filing a motion for a GAAL to help the court determine what is truly in the best interest of your child given that your child does not want these new braces.

Q. Can dad give custody back to mom without paying for a lawyer or going to court?

May 7, 2020

A: Parties can agree to modify parenting time without a court order. Parties cannot modify child support orders without a judge signing an order. If the goal is to modify parenting time, the parties can agree and they should put any agreement in writing.

If the child lived with mom, dad would likely owe child support.