Practice Areas


Family Law



MacDonald Illig's Family Law group provides advice and representation to individuals and families with regard to all aspects of domestic relations. We handle both routine and complex family law cases relating to issues of divorce, child custody, support matters, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, domestic partnership, protection from abuse cases, paternity, guardianship, and adoption.

The approach taken by our family law attorneys is to first endeavor to resolve cases favorably for our clients without the need for court intervention. We are skilled at reaching amicable resolutions and to that end, are experienced in alternative dispute resolution methods including mediation and arbitration. If a case cannot be settled on terms favorable and acceptable to our client, our attorneys will provide aggressive litigation services in pursuit of the desired result. We handle cases at both the trial and appellate levels.

In the course of our family law practice, we frequently draw upon  MacDonald Illig’s other distinguished practice groups, including the attorneys of our Business Transactions; Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights; Trusts & Estates; Real Estate; and Tax groups to provide comprehensive domestic relations support to our clients. We also analyze complex financial issues and work with accountants, appraisers, and other professionals to evaluate assets such as pensions, businesses, and real property.

The attorneys of the Family Law Group understand that addressing domestic matters is an emotionally charged endeavor, whether a client is negotiating a prenuptial agreement, creating a family through adoption, or facing the dissolution of a marriage. We counsel clients so that disputes can be settled in ways that minimize emotional difficulty while achieving optimal results. We are proud of the strong relationships we build with our clients, and are committed to providing thoughtful, compassionate service that inspires confidence in our representation.