Illinois Attorney on Your Side
Family law disputes can be financially and emotionally exhausting. To resolve your legal matter as quickly and favorably as possible, it is important that you consult a lawyer who understands your unique situation and is committed to helping you through the matter.
Practicing law for over 30 years, attorney Robert Schmit has spent more than 20 years exclusively handling family law matters for clients in the southwest Chicago suburbs and throughout Cook County. He works to build a rapport with each client by providing one-on-one attention and personalized legal advocacy. To arrange a free consultation, call his office in Palos Heights, Illinois, at 708-761-6978 or 866-603-6951.
Full-Service Family Law Representation
Robert Schmit is experienced with a range of family law matters, including:
- Contested divorce — He has effectively negotiated and settled thousands of contested divorce cases over the years, though he is prepared to go to trial when necessary.
- Uncontested divorce — When both spouses agree on major issues in a divorce, they can save time and money. Robert Schmit can draft and prepare all the necessary paperwork to dissolve your marriage efficiently.
- Custody — If you need assistance in obtaining child custody, enforcing a custody agreement or modifying an order, Robert Schmit will work toward reaching a resolution that protects your interests, as well as your child's well-being.
- Visitation — In handling your visitation matter, he will strive to develop a plan that works for you, the other parent and your child.
- Child support — Depending on your specific child custody arrangement, Robert Schmit can determine how much child support you will be required to pay or how much you will receive.
- Property division — Dividing marital property can be a difficult and emotional process. Mr. Schmit can ease the task by providing asset classification and evaluation assistance.
- Parentage/paternity — He helps unmarried parents resolve disputes regarding child custody, support and visitation.
- Prenuptial agreements — Mr. Schmit can protect your assets by drafting or reviewing a prenuptial agreement.
- Support and maintenance modifications — If your circumstances have substantially changed following a child support or alimony order, Robert Schmit can seek a modification.
Speak With a Knowledgeable Lawyer
To discuss your particular situation with Robert Schmit, please request a free initial consultation.
Mr. Schmit's office is located next to the Lake Katherine Nature Preserve in Palos Heights, Illinois. Evening consultations are available by request.

