1725 S Naperville Rd, Suite 201, Wheaton, IL 60189
630-480-7600
When Results Matter
1725 S Naperville Rd, Suite 201, Wheaton, IL 60189 630-480-7600
Wheaton, IL Divorce Attorneys
Trusted Divorce Lawyers Serving Your Family
A divorce often comes with feelings of heartbreak, stress, and uncertainty about what lies ahead. For many families, it can be difficult to picture life after the marriage. If you are going through a divorce, working with a devoted legal advocate can make all the difference. With the help of a divorce attorney, you can stay informed of your options and negotiate with clarity and confidence. Even in low-conflict cases, it helps to have an attorney at your side who can keep the proceedings moving smoothly.
At Smit Zaruba P.C., we know how tumultuous divorce can be for families. Our attorneys have decades of experience representing clients in issues of family law, addressing both personal and financial matters in divorce cases. We approach each case with a strategy that blends supportive service and aggressive representation. If we feel that negotiating with your spouse will not serve your best interests, we can take your case to trial and advocate for you in court.
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...It was the most important search and interview process of my life because it was for the most important piece of my life, my child. I have already done the work for each of you searching for the right person to represent you and your family, it's Chris Zaruba!...”
David Krest via Avvo
...Since hiring him [Justin Smit] to represent me, and despite several convoluted and complex financial issues, he has successfully collected valuable property, a large amount of assets and unpaid alimony. I’m extremely grateful for his integrity, professionalism and outstanding, cost-effective service...”
Theresa via Avvo
Focused Counsel for Life-Changing Decisions
Family law issues often come with highly personal stakes. At Smit Zaruba P.C., we understand how impactful a judge's final decision can be in matters of child custody and similar cases. When you work with our firm, you will receive clear guidance and strong advocacy from our highly qualified attorneys. Our firm has:
- 45 years of combined legal experience
- Guardian ad litem certification for DuPage County
- Active membership within the DuPage County Bar Association
- Honors from Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell, and the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
We take the best interests of your family seriously, especially when minor children are involved. We represent parents in contested matters, providing cool-headed, strategic counsel in disputes about parenting time and decision-making responsibility.
Our Practice Areas
Comprehensive Legal Support You Can Trust
Our attorneys are equipped to handle all of the legal questions that come with a dissolution of marriage in Illinois. We can represent you in disputes over property division, spousal support, and more. Additionally, we can help you navigate more specific issues, like high net worth divorces, the division of retirement assets, or uncovering hidden assets.
Our firm can provide you with guidance in issues of family law, such as divorces, child custody cases, or something else entirely. If you wish to settle a dispute without the need for a lengthy trial, our firm can help you explore mediation as a low-stress alternative. We also assist with the drafting and review of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
When questions arise over child support obligations, our Wheaton lawyers can advise you of your rights and responsibilities. When one parent refuses to pay support, we can take action to enforce the court order. If a modification is needed, we can represent you in a petition to change the existing order.
At Smit Zaruba P.C., we represent parents and other parties in child custody cases. We will devote the time to understand your family dynamic so that we can make a case for a healthy parenting arrangement that serves your child's needs. We are highly qualified to make a case for a child's best interests in court, drawing on guardian ad litem experience.
Our attorneys can provide invaluable legal assistance with the adoption process. Whether you are interested in adopting through an agency or a private channel, we will go through the requirements with you and take prompt action to help avoid delays or complications.
45+ Years of Experience
With more than 45 years of combined experience helping clients navigate complex family law matters with clarity and confidence, here is what our clients say about working with Smit Zaruba P.C.
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Client Reviews
“Justin is a shark. Going against my ex (sociopathic narcissistic) husband in a very difficult custody battle. Justin is very good with communication and getting to the point. He will tell you and anyone how it is and works entirely to get you the out come you strive for.”
Satisfied Client Review Via AVVO
Client Reviews
“I worked with Chris on my post-decree modification. He was simply an outstanding advocate. Chris has the ability to guide you through the roughest of waters to the best possible resolution. He is fair, knows how things work in what seems like an unpredictable climate, is a true pro in dealing with the opposing side, and trusted by judges in reaching the best resolution. I highly recommend Chris.”
David Review Via AVVO
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Legal Questions, Met With Straight Answers
Still have questions?
You do not have to figure this out alone. Contact Smit Zaruba P.C. to talk through your situation and get practical guidance.
While not required, legal counsel is strongly recommended for a divorce. Without an attorney's close guidance, you may be exposed to significant risk, potentially leading to wasted time and money spent trying to correct preventable errors.
When two spouses disagree on how to split up their marital estate, the court will decide on their behalf. Illinois uses the principle of equitable distribution to decide how to allocate shared property, which prioritizes fair (but not always equal) outcomes.
No. Illinois is a strictly "no fault" divorce state. This means that the court only recognizes "irreconcilable differences" as a valid reason for divorce. Factors like cheating or abandonment will not be considered in court orders for property division or spousal support.
No. In Illinois, the courts prioritize the child's best interests over all else. The gender of either parent is generally not a relevant factor in deciding how parenting time or decision-making responsibility should be split up.
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From our office in Wheaton, Smit Zaruba P.C. represents clients throughout DuPage County, Cook County, Lake County, Kane County, Will County, Kendall County, and the greater Chicago suburbs, including the communities of Addison, Batavia, Carol Stream, Downers Grove, Elgin, Elmhurst, Geneva, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Joliet, Lisle, Lombard, Naperville, Oak Brook, St. Charles, Villa Park, Warrenville, West Chicago, and Winfield.
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