Attorney Benedict offers high-quality representation at an affordable cost to clients.  Her firm provides services in Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and McHenry counties.  Ms. Benedict's office is located in Rockford, Illinois.

Practice areas include: Divorce, paternity, custody, child support, visitation, orders of protection (or domestic violence orders), asset and debt distribution, retirement account division, maintenance (or alimony), guardianship, and adoption.  She also serves Winnebago and Boone counties as a family law mediator and Guardian ad Litem in contested custody and visitation disputes.

Ms. Benedict is an experienced divorce and family law attorney.  She recognizes these areas of law have life-changing significance for clients and, consequently, that the cornerstone of quality representation is honoring clients' decisions.

 

Attorney Benedict imparts knowledge and advice so clients will make informed and educated choices.  She advises clients on the applicable law, merits of their case, progress of the litigation, and their options.  Whether clients choose to litigate in court or negotiate a resolution, Ms. Benedict provides insight and strategy to assist clients in reaching their goals.

 

Ms. Benedict maintains frequent communication with clients so they are apprised as their case progresses.  She understands clients face difficult, and often emotional, choices that affect them personally and financially.  Ms. Benedict sympathizes with these concerns, then diligently guides clients during their journey through the court system.

 

Attorney Benedict earned her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice from Loyola University Chicago, graduating Cum Laude.  She worked as a Probation Officer in a juvenile detention center before attending law school.  Ms Benedict went on to receive her Juris Doctor degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law.  Prior to opening her own firm, Attorney Benedict practiced civil litigation and transactional work, including:  divorce law, commercial law, contract disputes, real estate, family law, and personal injury.