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Arnold Goldstein
Goldstein Law Offices
600 Central Avenue
Suite 385
Highland Park, IL 60035
Phone: (847) 926-0300 | Fax: (847) 926-0303
http://www.arnoldgoldsteinlaw.com
When experience counts, count on Arnold Goldstein
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
I prefer clients looking for assistance in the areas of divorce, family law, custody and hidden assets.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Restraining Orders
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Abuse
- Custody
- Visitation
- Civil Unions
- Domestic Partnerships
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
I prefer clients looking for assistance in the areas of divorce, family law, custody and hidden assets.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Annulment
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Delinquent Support Payments
- Division of Property
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
Bar Admissions
IL, Nov 1963
Bar Number: 00998052
Other Court Admissions
All State Courts and Federal Courts.
Association Memberships
Chicago Bar Association, Lake County Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I am constantly taking continuing education courses and I'm reading journals religiously. I also make a point of reading articles that aren't necessarily related to my areas of practice, which gives me greater context in how I approach my cases.
Papers and Publications
Yes, I have published a number of articles.
Example Cases
I have dealt with highly complicated financial divorces with multiple assets, tax and accounting issues. I've also handled very aggressive, well-litigated child custody cases.
Education
Degree:
M.B.A.
School:
Roosevelt University
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Year:
Information coming soon.
Honors:
Highest Honors
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Northwestern University Law School
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Year:
1963
Honors:
Graduate Law Work in the Field of Law and Taxation
Focus and Accomplishments:
Family Law
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Illinois
Firm Focus and History
We have 45 years of experience in this field. The firm was established in 1963 right after I graduated from law school.
My firm's focus is tenacious and aggressive family law litigation.
Previous Employment Summary
I've practiced law all my life and I'm trained in forensic accounting. I also have experience in business and commercial legal work, which I bring to the table when I practice family law. Additionally, I have a wealth of experience in litigation.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I encourage my clients to be as proactive as they are capable because is it reduces all costs. I prefer to work with clients who are computer literate because it speeds up the process.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to review anything once I am retained. I ask clients to write me wish lists or check lists. It's part of the collaborative process which helps to figure out how to approach a case.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I won't take responsibility in this regard. Divorce and custody matters are very complex and it's naïve to think a client can handle the issues at hand given how emotionally involved they are.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I watched the movie "To Kill a Mockingbird" and Atticus was my favorite character.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
There is no substitute for my years of experience practicing law.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
It chose me after years of commercial litigation and tax litigation.
What do you like best about your career?
I like the interesting cases that I have on a daily basis.
Tell us about your law firm:
Everyone who works with me is super intelligent, bright and compassionate.
What are your strengths and style?
My strengths are that I'm a good listener and a lot of my thinking is outside the box.
Personal Interests:
My biggest interest is family. I am also an avid fly fisherman and photography has been a hobby of mine for many years.
Office Manager/Assistant
Susan
Fax
(847) 926-0303
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The office phone will ring on my cell and home phone if the office does not answer 24/7
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Susan speaks fluent Spanish and is nearly fluent in French and Italian.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
My minimum hourly rate is $325.
Free Initial Consultation?
I'll spend 15 minutes on the phone with anyone.
Typical Retainer
In an uncontested case where we're dealing with financial and not child-related issues: $3,500.
If custody, alimony, visitation, or domestic violence is involved, the retainers go from $5,000-$7,500.
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