Updated: 6/29/26

From divorce and child custody to prenuptial agreements and post-decree modifications, Reidy Law Office’s Orland Park family law attorneys handle every stage of family legal matters with strategy and care.

Key Takeaways:

  • Family law in Illinois covers a broad range of matters beyond divorce — including maintenance, parenting arrangements, support, and marital agreements.
  • Illinois courts apply the best interests of the child standard across all custody and parenting time decisions.
  • Reidy Law Office offers a full-service family law practice from its Orland Park office, serving Cook, Will, and DuPage County families.

Some legal situations have a clear beginning and a clear end. Family law cases rarely work that way. A divorce leads to a parenting plan, which gets modified three years later when someone relocates. A prenuptial agreement protects both spouses before the wedding — and prevents a decade of litigation if the marriage ends. A child support order established at dissolution needs revision when incomes change. 

Our experienced Orland Park family law attorneys are built for this kind of long-view work. Reidy Law Office LLC is a boutique firm focused entirely on family law, headquartered in Orland Park and serving the southwest and west Chicago suburbs. 

Whether you’re starting a matter from scratch or picking up a case that’s already in motion, our five-attorney team brings structured, focused support at every stage. “Your starting point for a better life” is more than a phrase to us — it’s the standard we hold every case to.

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The Full Scope of What Orland Park Family Law Attorneys Handle

Family law is not one practice — it’s a collection of interconnected legal issues that affect nearly every aspect of a person’s life. Our Orland Park family law attorneys represent clients across the following matters:

Divorce and dissolution of marriage. Illinois recognizes only no-fault divorce under the irreconcilable differences standard. Our attorneys guide clients through property division under equitable distribution, maintenance (spousal support) calculation, and parenting arrangements — whether resolved by agreement or decided by a judge.

Allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time. Illinois uses these terms in place of “custody” and “visitation.” Courts determine decision-making authority over major life choices and a parenting schedule based on what serves the child’s best interests. We build parenting plans designed to hold up over time.

Child support. Illinois uses the income shares model, which accounts for both parents’ net incomes and parenting time allocation. We help clients understand what the formula produces, where deviations are possible, and when modification is appropriate.

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. A well-drafted agreement protects both spouses before difficult circumstances arise. Illinois recognizes marital agreements that are entered voluntarily, with full disclosure of assets on both sides. We draft and review these agreements with the same care we bring to litigation.

Post-decree modifications and enforcement. Court orders don’t always remain appropriate as lives change. We handle petitions to modify parenting time, support, and maintenance — and we represent clients when an existing order is being ignored.

How Our Orland Park Family Law Attorneys Approach Case Resolution

Family law is rarely one-size-fits-all, and the path toward resolution depends entirely on what the situation calls for. Here’s how we counsel clients at each decision point:

When full agreement is possible, we help spouses or co-parents build a comprehensive marital settlement agreement or parenting plan, review every provision carefully, and submit it to the court for approval. Resolved cooperatively, these matters close faster and preserve the relationship — important when children are involved.

When agreement is partial, mediation frequently closes the gap. Illinois courts encourage or require it before contested hearings. A mediator doesn’t impose a result — they facilitate. Our attorneys prepare clients to participate in mediation effectively, which dramatically increases the chances of reaching a workable outcome.

When litigation is required, our team prepares cases with the discipline that contested family law demands. That means documented evidence, clear legal arguments, and a client who understands every step of the process. We don’t go to court unprepared — ever.

When enforcement is the issue, we bring motions and contempt proceedings when a court order is being violated. Whether it’s a missed support payment, a parenting time dispute, or a refused asset transfer, our Orland Park family law attorneys know how to get orders enforced.

Why Families Throughout the Southwest Suburbs Choose Reidy Law Office

A family law firm that does only family law is a different kind of resource. Every conversation, every strategy session, every court appearance draws on a focused body of knowledge rather than a generalist’s divided attention.

Reidy Law Office’s five attorneys bring depth to each case — and our T.R.I.B.E. culture (Teamwork, Results, Integrity, Better Way, Excellence) shapes how we work as a team and how we show up for clients. We’re not a revolving door. Clients who come to us get consistent, coordinated representation from people who know their file.

Our Orland Park office has been at the center of our practice since the firm’s founding. We know Cook County and Will County family courts, and we’ve helped families across the southwest suburbs — from initial filings through final orders and everything that comes after. Learn more about how we work on our core values page or read about our property division approach and parenting time guidance.

Whatever your family law matter involves, our Orland Park family law attorneys are ready to help you understand your position and take the right next step. Schedule your consultation with Reidy Law Office today.