Joseph A. Olszowka
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JOSEPH A. OLSZOWKA

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PRACTICE AREAS

Family and Divorce

Parentage

Mediation

Litigation

Probate

Family Law and related issues are among the most stressful a person can experience in his or her life. Contested divorces, child support, child custody, and parenting issues are often very emotional and challenging, and require the assistance of an experienced and knowledgeable attorney to properly and effectively represent your interests and the best interests of your family. It also requires an advocate who is skilled in litigation of all issues related to Family Law, but who also understands the needs and circumstances of each client. During my many years of practice, it has been my goal to zealously represent the needs of my clients and to be knowledgeable in all areas of Family Law. I work diligently to communicate directly and regularly with my clients and work with them to obtain the best possible outcome in every case.

Education


  • J.D., The John Marshall Law School - Chicago, IL
  • B.A., DePaul University - Chicago, IL - Politic Science, Economics


Bar Certifications

 

  • Admitted to the Bar of the Illinois Supreme Court

 

Bar Association Memberships

 

  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • DuPage County Bar Association
  • Will County Bar Association
  • Member of Family Law Committees for DuPage County and Will County

 

Certifications and Accreditations



  • Certificate in Family Law
  • Joseph is on the DuPage and Will County approved Child Representative/Guardian ad Litem appointment list and accepts appointments by Judges to represent children in divorce and parentage cases.
  • Joseph is also an approved mediator in DuPage County and Will County Family Law cases and is experienced in mediating issues of Parental Responsibility, Parenting time and Financial Issues in Domestic Relation matters.
  • Former Judicial Candidate for DuPage County Circuit Court: Recommended by DuPage County Bar Association


Read My Posts

Lavelle Law News and Events

New statutory provisions on potential income included in new Illinois child support law.

New Illinois Child Support Law: Closing Loopholes on Voluntary Unemployment

By Joseph A. Olszowka • February 27, 2025
The Illinois legislature has recently taken a significant step in closing a longstanding loophole in child support. This amendment represents a pivotal change in how courts assess and calculate child support obligations, providing greater protections against those who attempt to evade their financial responsibilities.
Divorces that involve small and medium businesses have unique concerns and considerations.

Business Ownership and Divorce

By Joseph A. Olszowka • May 2, 2024
When determining how to distribute the marital assets between parties to a divorce, the division of an interest in a small or medium business owned by one or both of the parties is more complex and requires a careful examination of the value of the business or business interests. The Court must determine the value of the business interest in order to determine how to equitably divide all marital assets in which the parties have an interest. The Court will regularly rely on the valuation reports of the parties' experts regarding the value of the business. The business valuation expert will utilize a number of different methods in determining the value of a business. The professional appraiser will examine and assess the value of the business and provide expert testimony and reports to the parties and the Court.
The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (“IMDMA”), sets forth the circumstances where

College Education Expenses in Illinois: Who Pays and When?

By Joseph A. Olszowka • July 5, 2023
Illinois law provides a mechanism for contribution to and payment of a child’s college educational expenses, vocational school or professional educational expenses, or other training after graduation from high school, in cases involving divorce or parentage. The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (“IMDMA”), sets forth the circumstances where a parent may seek contribution and payment from another parent for their child’s post-high school education expenses.
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