Goostree Law Group
At the Kane County family law firm of Goostree Law Group, our attorneys are highly experienced in representing clients in all areas of family law. We are dedicated to delivering successful outcomes in all of the family law cases we accept.
Goostree Law Group
At the Kane County family law firm of Goostree Law Group, our attorneys are highly experienced in representing clients in all areas of family law. We are dedicated to delivering successful outcomes in all of the family law cases we accept.
To learn more about our firm and how we can assist you with your divorce or family law matter, contact us at 630-584-4800 to schedule a free initial consultation. We take the time to answer all of your questions and let you get to know us. Our firm works with clients in Kane County and throughout Northern Illinois.
Goostree Law Group
555 S. Randall Road, Suite 200
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 584-4800
(630) 513-8565
Yes
Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
Yes
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Wheaton Office - Goostree Law Group
400 S. County Farm Road, Suite 300
Wheaton, IL 60187 -
Naperville Office - Goostree Law Group
1770 Park Street, Suite 205
Naperville, IL 60563
Tricia D. Goostree knew she wanted to be an attorney when she was 10 years old. It was not until college, when Tricia was selected for Eastern Illinois University's mock trial time, that she realized how much she would enjoy litigation and courtroom work. She was accepted to the John Marshall Law School with a Dean's Scholarship, she added excellent writing skills to her love of working in the courtroom, winning the Dean Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition. Tricia was awarded a Moot Court Executive Board scholarship and went on to compete in regional and interstate competitions during her law school career. While in law school, Tricia worked as an intern for the Illinois Attorney General's Office in the consumer fraud division and as a Supreme Court Rule 711 clerk for the Chicago Legal Clinic. This allowed her an opportunity to appreciate the needs of her clients and to appear in the Cook County Domestic Relations division regularly. After two years of practice primarily in Cook County, Tricia began practicing in Kane, DuPage, Kendall and DeKalb counties and has built an excellent reputation with judges and opposing attorneys. Since 2002, Tricia's practice has been solely concentrated in family law and domestic relations, including but not limited to complex financial cases, issues of maintenance, contested custody litigation, and appeals. Tricia has lectured at various continuing legal education seminars, and received the only "Rising Star" award ever presented by the Kane County Family Law Committee in 2005. Tricia has been named as an Illinois "Super Lawyer" for the past six years and in 2015, was recognized as a "Leading Lawyer." Tricia is the founder and managing partner of the Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois.
Eastern Illinois University, B.A., John Marshall Law School, J.D.
B.A. J.D.,
Tricia D. Goostree knew she wanted to be an attorney when she was 10 years old. It was not until college, when Tricia was selected for Eastern Illinois University's mock trial time, that she realized how much she would enjoy litigation and courtroom work. She was accepted to the John Marshall Law School with a Dean's Scholarship, she added excellent writing skills to her love of working in the courtroom, winning the Dean Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition. Tricia was awarded a Moot Court Executive Board scholarship and went on to compete in regional and interstate competitions during her law school career. While in law school, Tricia worked as an intern for the Illinois Attorney General's Office in the consumer fraud division and as a Supreme Court Rule 711 clerk for the Chicago Legal Clinic. This allowed her an opportunity to appreciate the needs of her clients and to appear in the Cook County Domestic Relations division regularly. After two years of practice primarily in Cook County, Tricia began practicing in Kane, DuPage, Kendall and DeKalb counties and has built an excellent reputation with judges and opposing attorneys. Since 2002, Tricia's practice has been solely concentrated in family law and domestic relations, including but not limited to complex financial cases, issues of maintenance, contested custody litigation, and appeals. Tricia has lectured at various continuing legal education seminars, and received the only "Rising Star" award ever presented by the Kane County Family Law Committee in 2005. Tricia has been named as an Illinois "Super Lawyer" for the past six years and in 2015, was recognized as a "Leading Lawyer." Tricia is the founder and managing partner of the Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois.
Eastern Illinois University, B.A., John Marshall Law School, J.D. B.A. J.D.,
Mr. Giudice earned his Bachelor's of Science in Economics from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2004, where he graduated on the Dean's List. He graduated from John Marshall Law School in 2007 on the Dean's List and was a quarterfinalist in the Dean Herzog Moot Court Competition and a member of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges 2007.
He has extensive experience in litigation and concentrates his practice in the areas of divorce, visitation, child support, child custody and maintenance.
Mr. Giudice earned his Bachelor's of Science in Economics from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2004, where he graduated on the Dean's List. He graduated from John Marshall Law School in 2007 on the Dean's List and was a quarterfinalist in the Dean Herzog Moot Court Competition and a member of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges 2007.
He has extensive experience in litigation and concentrates his practice in the areas of divorce, visitation, child support, child custody and maintenance.
Mr. Muntz began his career as an Assistant State's Attorney at the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office in Wheaton, Illinois. Jeff served in that capacity for over 7 years, with the last 5 years of that position handling felony offenses. Mr. Muntz conducted numerous bench and jury trials as a prosecutor, ranging from First Degree Murder to traffic offenses. He was awarded the Misdemeanor Division Prosecutor of the Year in 2006.
Before he left that position in 2012, Mr. Muntz was assigned to that office's Domestic Violence and Child Protection Unit, where he prosecuted serious felony cases that included violations of orders of protection, domestic battery cases, internet crimes against children, physical crimes against children, and home invasions. Jeff brings a wealth of courtroom and trial experience to Goostree Law Group
Mr. Muntz is a native of Spring Valley, Illinois. He resides in Winfield with his wife and two daughters.
Mr. Muntz began his career as an Assistant State's Attorney at the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office in Wheaton, Illinois. Jeff served in that capacity for over 7 years, with the last 5 years of that position handling felony offenses. Mr. Muntz conducted numerous bench and jury trials as a prosecutor, ranging from First Degree Murder to traffic offenses. He was awarded the Misdemeanor Division Prosecutor of the Year in 2006.
Before he left that position in 2012, Mr. Muntz was assigned to that office's Domestic Violence and Child Protection Unit, where he prosecuted serious felony cases that included violations of orders of protection, domestic battery cases, internet crimes against children, physical crimes against children, and home invasions. Jeff brings a wealth of courtroom and trial experience to Goostree Law Group
Mr. Muntz is a native of Spring Valley, Illinois. He resides in Winfield with his wife and two daughters.
Alyssa D. Smith joined Goostree Law Group as an associate in 2021. Alyssa's interest in becoming an attorney was solidified as she experienced firsthand the ins and outs of working at a busy law firm while pursuing her undergraduate degree. During her time as a law clerk at a St. Paul, Minnesota firm, Alyssa prepared for a trial which included extensive discovery review, organizing all the exhibits, and reviewing all pleadings in the matter. Although she was a dedicated student, Alyssa skipped class all week to observe the trial she had passionately worked on for months. During and after that trial, that spark of interest in becoming a lawyer ignited the flame and Alyssa knew she found her true calling.
A Woodstock, Illinois native, Alyssa received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities in 2014. After earning her undergraduate degree in three years, she began working at a local family law firm which gave Alyssa her first taste of family law. Helping clients through one of the most difficult experiences of their lives was rewarding and the perfect fit. Alyssa attended law school to further foster her interest and grow her knowledge of about family law.
In 2018, Alyssa graduated from University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri where she received her Juris Doctorate. During her time at Mizzou Law, Alyssa took on as many courses as possible to prepare for her career as a family law attorney, focusing on taking courses such as family law, children & the law, client counseling, mediation, and conflict management. Alyssa also worked in the law library throughout law school, honing her legal research skills by assisting public patrons with finding cases and statutes for their legal issues.
In 2016, Alyssa interned at Prairie State Legal Services in McHenry, Illinois. She focused solely on family law and worked on preparing numerous Order of Protection cases and divorce cases for low-income members of the community. Attending court that summer allowed Alyssa the opportunity to observe dozens of Order of Protection and family law hearings.
In 2017, Alyssa participated in the University of Missouri Family Violence Clinic where she worked firsthand with clients on a variety of family law and domestic violence issues. The clinic provided invaluable courtroom experience. While at Mizzou Law, Alyssa volunteered at the Missouri State Capital to review clemency petitions for the governor and for a non-profit legal association called the Samaritan Center where she interview potential family law clients for legal assistance.
Alyssa was a member of the Missouri Law Review first as an Associate Member and then as an Associate Editor. She focused her papers and blogs on new and distinguishing cases about family law and adoption.
Alyssa was admitted to the bar in November 2018. Having four years of family law practice under her belt at the time of admission, transitioning to an attorney was seamless. Alyssa's compassion for and unwavering dedication to her clients helps them navigate through the emotional divorce process and child related issues. She is a true professional dedicated to advocating for her clients. Alyssa understands each case is unique and she approaches each case as necessary to forward the best interests of her client to obtain a solution to the various obstacles they face. She is mindful of the specific goals and values each client has, and works with them to ensure those needs are met. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and ensures they are informed through each step of the process.
In her free time, Alyssa enjoys cooking, fishing, and spending time outdoors with her two rescue dogs.
Memberships:
Kane County Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
McHenry County Bar Association
Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce Women in Business
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
Alyssa D. Smith joined Goostree Law Group as an associate in 2021. Alyssa's interest in becoming an attorney was solidified as she experienced firsthand the ins and outs of working at a busy law firm while pursuing her undergraduate degree. During her time as a law clerk at a St. Paul, Minnesota firm, Alyssa prepared for a trial which included extensive discovery review, organizing all the exhibits, and reviewing all pleadings in the matter. Although she was a dedicated student, Alyssa skipped class all week to observe the trial she had passionately worked on for months. During and after that trial, that spark of interest in becoming a lawyer ignited the flame and Alyssa knew she found her true calling.
A Woodstock, Illinois native, Alyssa received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities in 2014. After earning her undergraduate degree in three years, she began working at a local family law firm which gave Alyssa her first taste of family law. Helping clients through one of the most difficult experiences of their lives was rewarding and the perfect fit. Alyssa attended law school to further foster her interest and grow her knowledge of about family law.
In 2018, Alyssa graduated from University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri where she received her Juris Doctorate. During her time at Mizzou Law, Alyssa took on as many courses as possible to prepare for her career as a family law attorney, focusing on taking courses such as family law, children & the law, client counseling, mediation, and conflict management. Alyssa also worked in the law library throughout law school, honing her legal research skills by assisting public patrons with finding cases and statutes for their legal issues.
In 2016, Alyssa interned at Prairie State Legal Services in McHenry, Illinois. She focused solely on family law and worked on preparing numerous Order of Protection cases and divorce cases for low-income members of the community. Attending court that summer allowed Alyssa the opportunity to observe dozens of Order of Protection and family law hearings.
In 2017, Alyssa participated in the University of Missouri Family Violence Clinic where she worked firsthand with clients on a variety of family law and domestic violence issues. The clinic provided invaluable courtroom experience. While at Mizzou Law, Alyssa volunteered at the Missouri State Capital to review clemency petitions for the governor and for a non-profit legal association called the Samaritan Center where she interview potential family law clients for legal assistance.
Alyssa was a member of the Missouri Law Review first as an Associate Member and then as an Associate Editor. She focused her papers and blogs on new and distinguishing cases about family law and adoption.
Alyssa was admitted to the bar in November 2018. Having four years of family law practice under her belt at the time of admission, transitioning to an attorney was seamless. Alyssa's compassion for and unwavering dedication to her clients helps them navigate through the emotional divorce process and child related issues. She is a true professional dedicated to advocating for her clients. Alyssa understands each case is unique and she approaches each case as necessary to forward the best interests of her client to obtain a solution to the various obstacles they face. She is mindful of the specific goals and values each client has, and works with them to ensure those needs are met. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and ensures they are informed through each step of the process.
In her free time, Alyssa enjoys cooking, fishing, and spending time outdoors with her two rescue dogs.
Memberships:
Kane County Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
McHenry County Bar Association
Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce Women in Business
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
Judge Robert B. Spence spent the first 20 years of his legal career in the Kane County State's Attorney's Office, the DuPage County State's Attorney's office, and the Illinois Attorney General's Office. During that time, he tried 17 First Degree Murder cases and numerous criminal sexual assault cases and drug trafficking cases. He spent every day in the courtroom for many years, gaining a high level of comfort appearing before judges and juries. Toward the end of that career, he supervised over 60 prosecutors working out of Chicago and Springfield, learning the ins-and-outs of leading people. It was in the trial courts where Judge Spence acquired a working knowledge of the Illinois Rules of Evidence and the Hearsay Rule, subjects he later lectured on while teaching police officers and prosecutors.
In 2001, the Illinois Supreme Court unanimously appointed Judge Spence to the Circuit Court of Kane County. From 2001 until 2019, Judge Spence served as a Kane County Circuit Judge, presiding over thousands of criminal, civil, and family cases. Judge Spence served in the Family Division for almost six years. In presiding over hearings in over 5,000 divorce cases during that time, he developed unique insights into the nuances of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act.
In 2011, the other Kane County Circuit Judges elected him as Chief Judge, making him responsible for the operation of the entire Kane County court system, which includes over 200 employees. As Chief Judge, Judge Spence helped improve the efficiency of the court system in a number of ways, but undoubtedly the most important was simplifying and streamlining the procedure for victims of domestic violence to obtain Orders of Protection. Judge Spence personally issued hundreds of Orders of Protection for victims of domestic violence.
In 2012, the Illinois Supreme Court assigned Judge Spence to the Second District Illinois Appellate Court, which hears all appeals from the northern 13 counties in Illinois. In his seven years on the Appellate Court, Judge Spence drafted over 500 opinions in divorce cases, criminal cases, and all types of civil cases. Judge Spence retired from the bench in 2019.
Judge Spence and his wife, Janet, have lived in Kane County since they married in 1982. Janet retired from her teaching position in the Wheaton public school system in 2020. They have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and a young grand-daughter (most-beautiful-child-ever).
In his personal life, Judge Spence has served others in a variety of ways. He served on the board of directors of Gospel Justice Initiative, a faith-based organization that has created over 100 legal aid clinics in cities around the country to provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford an attorney. Judge Spence has been a long-time supporter of Administer Justice legal aid clinics, and he and Janet have volunteered locally with Hesed House, Wayside Cross Ministries, and Feed My Starving Children.
The Spences are long-time members of Christ Community Church. Since 2008, Judge Spence has led 300+ people on over 25 mission trips to Mexico and Nicaragua. These trips have focused on providing medical care, building homes and churches, rebuilding schools, training Nicaraguan police officers, and providing professional development and training for teachers in poor rural areas.
Judge Spence is driven toward finding solutions for difficult circumstances. His vast experience in the court system gives him a unique perspective to meet the needs of clients.
Judge Robert B. Spence spent the first 20 years of his legal career in the Kane County State's Attorney's Office, the DuPage County State's Attorney's office, and the Illinois Attorney General's Office. During that time, he tried 17 First Degree Murder cases and numerous criminal sexual assault cases and drug trafficking cases. He spent every day in the courtroom for many years, gaining a high level of comfort appearing before judges and juries. Toward the end of that career, he supervised over 60 prosecutors working out of Chicago and Springfield, learning the ins-and-outs of leading people. It was in the trial courts where Judge Spence acquired a working knowledge of the Illinois Rules of Evidence and the Hearsay Rule, subjects he later lectured on while teaching police officers and prosecutors.
In 2001, the Illinois Supreme Court unanimously appointed Judge Spence to the Circuit Court of Kane County. From 2001 until 2019, Judge Spence served as a Kane County Circuit Judge, presiding over thousands of criminal, civil, and family cases. Judge Spence served in the Family Division for almost six years. In presiding over hearings in over 5,000 divorce cases during that time, he developed unique insights into the nuances of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act.
In 2011, the other Kane County Circuit Judges elected him as Chief Judge, making him responsible for the operation of the entire Kane County court system, which includes over 200 employees. As Chief Judge, Judge Spence helped improve the efficiency of the court system in a number of ways, but undoubtedly the most important was simplifying and streamlining the procedure for victims of domestic violence to obtain Orders of Protection. Judge Spence personally issued hundreds of Orders of Protection for victims of domestic violence.
In 2012, the Illinois Supreme Court assigned Judge Spence to the Second District Illinois Appellate Court, which hears all appeals from the northern 13 counties in Illinois. In his seven years on the Appellate Court, Judge Spence drafted over 500 opinions in divorce cases, criminal cases, and all types of civil cases. Judge Spence retired from the bench in 2019.
Judge Spence and his wife, Janet, have lived in Kane County since they married in 1982. Janet retired from her teaching position in the Wheaton public school system in 2020. They have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and a young grand-daughter (most-beautiful-child-ever).
In his personal life, Judge Spence has served others in a variety of ways. He served on the board of directors of Gospel Justice Initiative, a faith-based organization that has created over 100 legal aid clinics in cities around the country to provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford an attorney. Judge Spence has been a long-time supporter of Administer Justice legal aid clinics, and he and Janet have volunteered locally with Hesed House, Wayside Cross Ministries, and Feed My Starving Children.
The Spences are long-time members of Christ Community Church. Since 2008, Judge Spence has led 300+ people on over 25 mission trips to Mexico and Nicaragua. These trips have focused on providing medical care, building homes and churches, rebuilding schools, training Nicaraguan police officers, and providing professional development and training for teachers in poor rural areas.
Judge Spence is driven toward finding solutions for difficult circumstances. His vast experience in the court system gives him a unique perspective to meet the needs of clients.
Olivia C. Voleta joined Goostree Law Group in 2022 as an associate attorney. Olivia knew since a young age that she wanted to become an attorney after watching many movies portraying the profession at a high level of prestige and glamour. Growing up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Olivia desired to attend a Big Ten University, and after visiting Michigan State University, she knew that is where she wanted to be. Graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the Eli Broad College of Business, she knew that her time at Michigan State was not over. While attending Michigan State University College of Law, Olivia was awarded the Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Advocacy and was an extern at a local law firm. During the summer of 2012, Olivia spent her time clerking at a mid-sized family law firm in downtown Chicago. There she was able to gain the knowledge of and experience in a variety of family law matters, thereon sparking her interest in that concentration. Olivia graduated with her Juris Doctor from Michigan State in 2013.
Licensed in Illinois since 2015, Olivia started her professional legal career at a large corporation in downtown Chicago as a staff attorney providing legal assistance in various areas of the law to a multitude of different companies, including Fortune 500 companies. After wanting to narrow her concentration to family law and be in the courtroom, Olivia became an associate attorney in October of 2019 at a boutique law firm in Lombard. She primarily represented clients and handled matters in divorce, child support, parental allocation time and responsibilities, and parentage court in DuPage, Cook, Will, Kane, and Kendall counties. Furthermore, she assisted with and represented clients in criminal defense, traffic, and expungement matters.
Olivia strives to bring trust and comfort to all clients. She actively listens to a client's goals and needs and has their best interests every step of the way. Hoping to bring ease at a difficult time, she is always prepared, passionate, and keeps her clients informed throughout the entirety of their proceedings. She discusses all potential options for and with her clients and provides in-depth information and explanations to the legal process.
In her free time, Olivia is a competitive equestrian and volunteers at a local Equine Rehab facility in Kane county. She loves to cook, stay active, and cheer on the Spartans, White Sox, and New England Patriots.
Olivia C. Voleta joined Goostree Law Group in 2022 as an associate attorney. Olivia knew since a young age that she wanted to become an attorney after watching many movies portraying the profession at a high level of prestige and glamour. Growing up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Olivia desired to attend a Big Ten University, and after visiting Michigan State University, she knew that is where she wanted to be. Graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the Eli Broad College of Business, she knew that her time at Michigan State was not over. While attending Michigan State University College of Law, Olivia was awarded the Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Advocacy and was an extern at a local law firm. During the summer of 2012, Olivia spent her time clerking at a mid-sized family law firm in downtown Chicago. There she was able to gain the knowledge of and experience in a variety of family law matters, thereon sparking her interest in that concentration. Olivia graduated with her Juris Doctor from Michigan State in 2013.
Licensed in Illinois since 2015, Olivia started her professional legal career at a large corporation in downtown Chicago as a staff attorney providing legal assistance in various areas of the law to a multitude of different companies, including Fortune 500 companies. After wanting to narrow her concentration to family law and be in the courtroom, Olivia became an associate attorney in October of 2019 at a boutique law firm in Lombard. She primarily represented clients and handled matters in divorce, child support, parental allocation time and responsibilities, and parentage court in DuPage, Cook, Will, Kane, and Kendall counties. Furthermore, she assisted with and represented clients in criminal defense, traffic, and expungement matters.
Olivia strives to bring trust and comfort to all clients. She actively listens to a client's goals and needs and has their best interests every step of the way. Hoping to bring ease at a difficult time, she is always prepared, passionate, and keeps her clients informed throughout the entirety of their proceedings. She discusses all potential options for and with her clients and provides in-depth information and explanations to the legal process.
In her free time, Olivia is a competitive equestrian and volunteers at a local Equine Rehab facility in Kane county. She loves to cook, stay active, and cheer on the Spartans, White Sox, and New England Patriots.
To learn more about our firm and how we can assist you with your divorce or family law matter, contact us at 630-584-4800 to schedule a free initial consultation. We take the time to answer all of your questions and let you get to know us. Our firm works with clients in Kane County and throughout Northern Illinois.
Goostree Law Group
555 S. Randall Road, Suite 200
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 584-4800
(630) 513-8565
Yes
Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
Yes
-
Wheaton Office - Goostree Law Group
400 S. County Farm Road, Suite 300
Wheaton, IL 60187 -
Naperville Office - Goostree Law Group
1770 Park Street, Suite 205
Naperville, IL 60563
Tricia D. Goostree knew she wanted to be an attorney when she was 10 years old. It was not until college, when Tricia was selected for Eastern Illinois University's mock trial time, that she realized how much she would enjoy litigation and courtroom work. She was accepted to the John Marshall Law School with a Dean's Scholarship, she added excellent writing skills to her love of working in the courtroom, winning the Dean Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition. Tricia was awarded a Moot Court Executive Board scholarship and went on to compete in regional and interstate competitions during her law school career. While in law school, Tricia worked as an intern for the Illinois Attorney General's Office in the consumer fraud division and as a Supreme Court Rule 711 clerk for the Chicago Legal Clinic. This allowed her an opportunity to appreciate the needs of her clients and to appear in the Cook County Domestic Relations division regularly. After two years of practice primarily in Cook County, Tricia began practicing in Kane, DuPage, Kendall and DeKalb counties and has built an excellent reputation with judges and opposing attorneys. Since 2002, Tricia's practice has been solely concentrated in family law and domestic relations, including but not limited to complex financial cases, issues of maintenance, contested custody litigation, and appeals. Tricia has lectured at various continuing legal education seminars, and received the only "Rising Star" award ever presented by the Kane County Family Law Committee in 2005. Tricia has been named as an Illinois "Super Lawyer" for the past six years and in 2015, was recognized as a "Leading Lawyer." Tricia is the founder and managing partner of the Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois.
Eastern Illinois University, B.A., John Marshall Law School, J.D.
B.A. J.D.,
Tricia D. Goostree knew she wanted to be an attorney when she was 10 years old. It was not until college, when Tricia was selected for Eastern Illinois University's mock trial time, that she realized how much she would enjoy litigation and courtroom work. She was accepted to the John Marshall Law School with a Dean's Scholarship, she added excellent writing skills to her love of working in the courtroom, winning the Dean Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition. Tricia was awarded a Moot Court Executive Board scholarship and went on to compete in regional and interstate competitions during her law school career. While in law school, Tricia worked as an intern for the Illinois Attorney General's Office in the consumer fraud division and as a Supreme Court Rule 711 clerk for the Chicago Legal Clinic. This allowed her an opportunity to appreciate the needs of her clients and to appear in the Cook County Domestic Relations division regularly. After two years of practice primarily in Cook County, Tricia began practicing in Kane, DuPage, Kendall and DeKalb counties and has built an excellent reputation with judges and opposing attorneys. Since 2002, Tricia's practice has been solely concentrated in family law and domestic relations, including but not limited to complex financial cases, issues of maintenance, contested custody litigation, and appeals. Tricia has lectured at various continuing legal education seminars, and received the only "Rising Star" award ever presented by the Kane County Family Law Committee in 2005. Tricia has been named as an Illinois "Super Lawyer" for the past six years and in 2015, was recognized as a "Leading Lawyer." Tricia is the founder and managing partner of the Goostree Law Group, P.C. in St. Charles, Illinois.
Eastern Illinois University, B.A., John Marshall Law School, J.D. B.A. J.D.,
Mr. Giudice earned his Bachelor's of Science in Economics from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2004, where he graduated on the Dean's List. He graduated from John Marshall Law School in 2007 on the Dean's List and was a quarterfinalist in the Dean Herzog Moot Court Competition and a member of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges 2007.
He has extensive experience in litigation and concentrates his practice in the areas of divorce, visitation, child support, child custody and maintenance.
Mr. Giudice earned his Bachelor's of Science in Economics from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2004, where he graduated on the Dean's List. He graduated from John Marshall Law School in 2007 on the Dean's List and was a quarterfinalist in the Dean Herzog Moot Court Competition and a member of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges 2007.
He has extensive experience in litigation and concentrates his practice in the areas of divorce, visitation, child support, child custody and maintenance.
Mr. Muntz began his career as an Assistant State's Attorney at the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office in Wheaton, Illinois. Jeff served in that capacity for over 7 years, with the last 5 years of that position handling felony offenses. Mr. Muntz conducted numerous bench and jury trials as a prosecutor, ranging from First Degree Murder to traffic offenses. He was awarded the Misdemeanor Division Prosecutor of the Year in 2006.
Before he left that position in 2012, Mr. Muntz was assigned to that office's Domestic Violence and Child Protection Unit, where he prosecuted serious felony cases that included violations of orders of protection, domestic battery cases, internet crimes against children, physical crimes against children, and home invasions. Jeff brings a wealth of courtroom and trial experience to Goostree Law Group
Mr. Muntz is a native of Spring Valley, Illinois. He resides in Winfield with his wife and two daughters.
Mr. Muntz began his career as an Assistant State's Attorney at the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office in Wheaton, Illinois. Jeff served in that capacity for over 7 years, with the last 5 years of that position handling felony offenses. Mr. Muntz conducted numerous bench and jury trials as a prosecutor, ranging from First Degree Murder to traffic offenses. He was awarded the Misdemeanor Division Prosecutor of the Year in 2006.
Before he left that position in 2012, Mr. Muntz was assigned to that office's Domestic Violence and Child Protection Unit, where he prosecuted serious felony cases that included violations of orders of protection, domestic battery cases, internet crimes against children, physical crimes against children, and home invasions. Jeff brings a wealth of courtroom and trial experience to Goostree Law Group
Mr. Muntz is a native of Spring Valley, Illinois. He resides in Winfield with his wife and two daughters.
Alyssa D. Smith joined Goostree Law Group as an associate in 2021. Alyssa's interest in becoming an attorney was solidified as she experienced firsthand the ins and outs of working at a busy law firm while pursuing her undergraduate degree. During her time as a law clerk at a St. Paul, Minnesota firm, Alyssa prepared for a trial which included extensive discovery review, organizing all the exhibits, and reviewing all pleadings in the matter. Although she was a dedicated student, Alyssa skipped class all week to observe the trial she had passionately worked on for months. During and after that trial, that spark of interest in becoming a lawyer ignited the flame and Alyssa knew she found her true calling.
A Woodstock, Illinois native, Alyssa received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities in 2014. After earning her undergraduate degree in three years, she began working at a local family law firm which gave Alyssa her first taste of family law. Helping clients through one of the most difficult experiences of their lives was rewarding and the perfect fit. Alyssa attended law school to further foster her interest and grow her knowledge of about family law.
In 2018, Alyssa graduated from University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri where she received her Juris Doctorate. During her time at Mizzou Law, Alyssa took on as many courses as possible to prepare for her career as a family law attorney, focusing on taking courses such as family law, children & the law, client counseling, mediation, and conflict management. Alyssa also worked in the law library throughout law school, honing her legal research skills by assisting public patrons with finding cases and statutes for their legal issues.
In 2016, Alyssa interned at Prairie State Legal Services in McHenry, Illinois. She focused solely on family law and worked on preparing numerous Order of Protection cases and divorce cases for low-income members of the community. Attending court that summer allowed Alyssa the opportunity to observe dozens of Order of Protection and family law hearings.
In 2017, Alyssa participated in the University of Missouri Family Violence Clinic where she worked firsthand with clients on a variety of family law and domestic violence issues. The clinic provided invaluable courtroom experience. While at Mizzou Law, Alyssa volunteered at the Missouri State Capital to review clemency petitions for the governor and for a non-profit legal association called the Samaritan Center where she interview potential family law clients for legal assistance.
Alyssa was a member of the Missouri Law Review first as an Associate Member and then as an Associate Editor. She focused her papers and blogs on new and distinguishing cases about family law and adoption.
Alyssa was admitted to the bar in November 2018. Having four years of family law practice under her belt at the time of admission, transitioning to an attorney was seamless. Alyssa's compassion for and unwavering dedication to her clients helps them navigate through the emotional divorce process and child related issues. She is a true professional dedicated to advocating for her clients. Alyssa understands each case is unique and she approaches each case as necessary to forward the best interests of her client to obtain a solution to the various obstacles they face. She is mindful of the specific goals and values each client has, and works with them to ensure those needs are met. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and ensures they are informed through each step of the process.
In her free time, Alyssa enjoys cooking, fishing, and spending time outdoors with her two rescue dogs.
Memberships:
Kane County Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
McHenry County Bar Association
Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce Women in Business
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
Alyssa D. Smith joined Goostree Law Group as an associate in 2021. Alyssa's interest in becoming an attorney was solidified as she experienced firsthand the ins and outs of working at a busy law firm while pursuing her undergraduate degree. During her time as a law clerk at a St. Paul, Minnesota firm, Alyssa prepared for a trial which included extensive discovery review, organizing all the exhibits, and reviewing all pleadings in the matter. Although she was a dedicated student, Alyssa skipped class all week to observe the trial she had passionately worked on for months. During and after that trial, that spark of interest in becoming a lawyer ignited the flame and Alyssa knew she found her true calling.
A Woodstock, Illinois native, Alyssa received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities in 2014. After earning her undergraduate degree in three years, she began working at a local family law firm which gave Alyssa her first taste of family law. Helping clients through one of the most difficult experiences of their lives was rewarding and the perfect fit. Alyssa attended law school to further foster her interest and grow her knowledge of about family law.
In 2018, Alyssa graduated from University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri where she received her Juris Doctorate. During her time at Mizzou Law, Alyssa took on as many courses as possible to prepare for her career as a family law attorney, focusing on taking courses such as family law, children & the law, client counseling, mediation, and conflict management. Alyssa also worked in the law library throughout law school, honing her legal research skills by assisting public patrons with finding cases and statutes for their legal issues.
In 2016, Alyssa interned at Prairie State Legal Services in McHenry, Illinois. She focused solely on family law and worked on preparing numerous Order of Protection cases and divorce cases for low-income members of the community. Attending court that summer allowed Alyssa the opportunity to observe dozens of Order of Protection and family law hearings.
In 2017, Alyssa participated in the University of Missouri Family Violence Clinic where she worked firsthand with clients on a variety of family law and domestic violence issues. The clinic provided invaluable courtroom experience. While at Mizzou Law, Alyssa volunteered at the Missouri State Capital to review clemency petitions for the governor and for a non-profit legal association called the Samaritan Center where she interview potential family law clients for legal assistance.
Alyssa was a member of the Missouri Law Review first as an Associate Member and then as an Associate Editor. She focused her papers and blogs on new and distinguishing cases about family law and adoption.
Alyssa was admitted to the bar in November 2018. Having four years of family law practice under her belt at the time of admission, transitioning to an attorney was seamless. Alyssa's compassion for and unwavering dedication to her clients helps them navigate through the emotional divorce process and child related issues. She is a true professional dedicated to advocating for her clients. Alyssa understands each case is unique and she approaches each case as necessary to forward the best interests of her client to obtain a solution to the various obstacles they face. She is mindful of the specific goals and values each client has, and works with them to ensure those needs are met. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and ensures they are informed through each step of the process.
In her free time, Alyssa enjoys cooking, fishing, and spending time outdoors with her two rescue dogs.
Memberships:
Kane County Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
McHenry County Bar Association
Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce Women in Business
Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority
Judge Robert B. Spence spent the first 20 years of his legal career in the Kane County State's Attorney's Office, the DuPage County State's Attorney's office, and the Illinois Attorney General's Office. During that time, he tried 17 First Degree Murder cases and numerous criminal sexual assault cases and drug trafficking cases. He spent every day in the courtroom for many years, gaining a high level of comfort appearing before judges and juries. Toward the end of that career, he supervised over 60 prosecutors working out of Chicago and Springfield, learning the ins-and-outs of leading people. It was in the trial courts where Judge Spence acquired a working knowledge of the Illinois Rules of Evidence and the Hearsay Rule, subjects he later lectured on while teaching police officers and prosecutors.
In 2001, the Illinois Supreme Court unanimously appointed Judge Spence to the Circuit Court of Kane County. From 2001 until 2019, Judge Spence served as a Kane County Circuit Judge, presiding over thousands of criminal, civil, and family cases. Judge Spence served in the Family Division for almost six years. In presiding over hearings in over 5,000 divorce cases during that time, he developed unique insights into the nuances of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act.
In 2011, the other Kane County Circuit Judges elected him as Chief Judge, making him responsible for the operation of the entire Kane County court system, which includes over 200 employees. As Chief Judge, Judge Spence helped improve the efficiency of the court system in a number of ways, but undoubtedly the most important was simplifying and streamlining the procedure for victims of domestic violence to obtain Orders of Protection. Judge Spence personally issued hundreds of Orders of Protection for victims of domestic violence.
In 2012, the Illinois Supreme Court assigned Judge Spence to the Second District Illinois Appellate Court, which hears all appeals from the northern 13 counties in Illinois. In his seven years on the Appellate Court, Judge Spence drafted over 500 opinions in divorce cases, criminal cases, and all types of civil cases. Judge Spence retired from the bench in 2019.
Judge Spence and his wife, Janet, have lived in Kane County since they married in 1982. Janet retired from her teaching position in the Wheaton public school system in 2020. They have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and a young grand-daughter (most-beautiful-child-ever).
In his personal life, Judge Spence has served others in a variety of ways. He served on the board of directors of Gospel Justice Initiative, a faith-based organization that has created over 100 legal aid clinics in cities around the country to provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford an attorney. Judge Spence has been a long-time supporter of Administer Justice legal aid clinics, and he and Janet have volunteered locally with Hesed House, Wayside Cross Ministries, and Feed My Starving Children.
The Spences are long-time members of Christ Community Church. Since 2008, Judge Spence has led 300+ people on over 25 mission trips to Mexico and Nicaragua. These trips have focused on providing medical care, building homes and churches, rebuilding schools, training Nicaraguan police officers, and providing professional development and training for teachers in poor rural areas.
Judge Spence is driven toward finding solutions for difficult circumstances. His vast experience in the court system gives him a unique perspective to meet the needs of clients.
Judge Robert B. Spence spent the first 20 years of his legal career in the Kane County State's Attorney's Office, the DuPage County State's Attorney's office, and the Illinois Attorney General's Office. During that time, he tried 17 First Degree Murder cases and numerous criminal sexual assault cases and drug trafficking cases. He spent every day in the courtroom for many years, gaining a high level of comfort appearing before judges and juries. Toward the end of that career, he supervised over 60 prosecutors working out of Chicago and Springfield, learning the ins-and-outs of leading people. It was in the trial courts where Judge Spence acquired a working knowledge of the Illinois Rules of Evidence and the Hearsay Rule, subjects he later lectured on while teaching police officers and prosecutors.
In 2001, the Illinois Supreme Court unanimously appointed Judge Spence to the Circuit Court of Kane County. From 2001 until 2019, Judge Spence served as a Kane County Circuit Judge, presiding over thousands of criminal, civil, and family cases. Judge Spence served in the Family Division for almost six years. In presiding over hearings in over 5,000 divorce cases during that time, he developed unique insights into the nuances of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act.
In 2011, the other Kane County Circuit Judges elected him as Chief Judge, making him responsible for the operation of the entire Kane County court system, which includes over 200 employees. As Chief Judge, Judge Spence helped improve the efficiency of the court system in a number of ways, but undoubtedly the most important was simplifying and streamlining the procedure for victims of domestic violence to obtain Orders of Protection. Judge Spence personally issued hundreds of Orders of Protection for victims of domestic violence.
In 2012, the Illinois Supreme Court assigned Judge Spence to the Second District Illinois Appellate Court, which hears all appeals from the northern 13 counties in Illinois. In his seven years on the Appellate Court, Judge Spence drafted over 500 opinions in divorce cases, criminal cases, and all types of civil cases. Judge Spence retired from the bench in 2019.
Judge Spence and his wife, Janet, have lived in Kane County since they married in 1982. Janet retired from her teaching position in the Wheaton public school system in 2020. They have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and a young grand-daughter (most-beautiful-child-ever).
In his personal life, Judge Spence has served others in a variety of ways. He served on the board of directors of Gospel Justice Initiative, a faith-based organization that has created over 100 legal aid clinics in cities around the country to provide legal assistance to those who cannot afford an attorney. Judge Spence has been a long-time supporter of Administer Justice legal aid clinics, and he and Janet have volunteered locally with Hesed House, Wayside Cross Ministries, and Feed My Starving Children.
The Spences are long-time members of Christ Community Church. Since 2008, Judge Spence has led 300+ people on over 25 mission trips to Mexico and Nicaragua. These trips have focused on providing medical care, building homes and churches, rebuilding schools, training Nicaraguan police officers, and providing professional development and training for teachers in poor rural areas.
Judge Spence is driven toward finding solutions for difficult circumstances. His vast experience in the court system gives him a unique perspective to meet the needs of clients.
Olivia C. Voleta joined Goostree Law Group in 2022 as an associate attorney. Olivia knew since a young age that she wanted to become an attorney after watching many movies portraying the profession at a high level of prestige and glamour. Growing up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Olivia desired to attend a Big Ten University, and after visiting Michigan State University, she knew that is where she wanted to be. Graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the Eli Broad College of Business, she knew that her time at Michigan State was not over. While attending Michigan State University College of Law, Olivia was awarded the Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Advocacy and was an extern at a local law firm. During the summer of 2012, Olivia spent her time clerking at a mid-sized family law firm in downtown Chicago. There she was able to gain the knowledge of and experience in a variety of family law matters, thereon sparking her interest in that concentration. Olivia graduated with her Juris Doctor from Michigan State in 2013.
Licensed in Illinois since 2015, Olivia started her professional legal career at a large corporation in downtown Chicago as a staff attorney providing legal assistance in various areas of the law to a multitude of different companies, including Fortune 500 companies. After wanting to narrow her concentration to family law and be in the courtroom, Olivia became an associate attorney in October of 2019 at a boutique law firm in Lombard. She primarily represented clients and handled matters in divorce, child support, parental allocation time and responsibilities, and parentage court in DuPage, Cook, Will, Kane, and Kendall counties. Furthermore, she assisted with and represented clients in criminal defense, traffic, and expungement matters.
Olivia strives to bring trust and comfort to all clients. She actively listens to a client's goals and needs and has their best interests every step of the way. Hoping to bring ease at a difficult time, she is always prepared, passionate, and keeps her clients informed throughout the entirety of their proceedings. She discusses all potential options for and with her clients and provides in-depth information and explanations to the legal process.
In her free time, Olivia is a competitive equestrian and volunteers at a local Equine Rehab facility in Kane county. She loves to cook, stay active, and cheer on the Spartans, White Sox, and New England Patriots.
Olivia C. Voleta joined Goostree Law Group in 2022 as an associate attorney. Olivia knew since a young age that she wanted to become an attorney after watching many movies portraying the profession at a high level of prestige and glamour. Growing up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Olivia desired to attend a Big Ten University, and after visiting Michigan State University, she knew that is where she wanted to be. Graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the Eli Broad College of Business, she knew that her time at Michigan State was not over. While attending Michigan State University College of Law, Olivia was awarded the Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Advocacy and was an extern at a local law firm. During the summer of 2012, Olivia spent her time clerking at a mid-sized family law firm in downtown Chicago. There she was able to gain the knowledge of and experience in a variety of family law matters, thereon sparking her interest in that concentration. Olivia graduated with her Juris Doctor from Michigan State in 2013.
Licensed in Illinois since 2015, Olivia started her professional legal career at a large corporation in downtown Chicago as a staff attorney providing legal assistance in various areas of the law to a multitude of different companies, including Fortune 500 companies. After wanting to narrow her concentration to family law and be in the courtroom, Olivia became an associate attorney in October of 2019 at a boutique law firm in Lombard. She primarily represented clients and handled matters in divorce, child support, parental allocation time and responsibilities, and parentage court in DuPage, Cook, Will, Kane, and Kendall counties. Furthermore, she assisted with and represented clients in criminal defense, traffic, and expungement matters.
Olivia strives to bring trust and comfort to all clients. She actively listens to a client's goals and needs and has their best interests every step of the way. Hoping to bring ease at a difficult time, she is always prepared, passionate, and keeps her clients informed throughout the entirety of their proceedings. She discusses all potential options for and with her clients and provides in-depth information and explanations to the legal process.
In her free time, Olivia is a competitive equestrian and volunteers at a local Equine Rehab facility in Kane county. She loves to cook, stay active, and cheer on the Spartans, White Sox, and New England Patriots.
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