Billick Mediation

- 180 N La Salle Dr Ste 3700, Chicago, IL 60601

Navigating a family law dispute can be one of the most stressful and emotionally taxing experiences of a person's life. The traditional court process, often characterized by conflict and adversarial proceedings, can exacerbate tensions and leave lasting scars on a family, particularly on children. At Billick Mediation, we believe there is a better way. Our practice is founded on the principles of mediation and collaborative law, providing individuals in Illinois with a constructive and peaceful alternative to courtroom litigation. We are dedicated to helping you and your family find a path forward that is focused on communication, mutual respect, and creating a durable agreement that works for everyone.

For those in the Chicago area and throughout Illinois, our approach offers a stark contrast to the costly and contentious nature of traditional divorce and family law. Mediation empowers you and the other party to maintain control over the outcome of your case. Instead of a judge making decisions for you, a neutral mediator guides you through the process of negotiation, helping you to brainstorm workable solutions and reach a consensus. This approach not only reduces conflict but also fosters a more cooperative co-parenting relationship in the future. We specialize in a variety of family law matters, focusing on non-litigious methods to help you achieve your goals without the stress of a court battle.

Our firm, Billick Mediation, is not just about resolving disputes; it's about helping families build a stable and secure future. Our founder, Rebecca L. Billick, brings a unique blend of legal expertise, extensive training, and a deep understanding of family dynamics to every case. With a background that includes experience as a school counselor and therapeutic foster parent, she possesses a valuable insight into how legal decisions impact the daily lives of children and families. This holistic perspective is central to our practice and allows us to provide guidance that is both legally sound and genuinely beneficial for your family's long-term well-being.

Our office is conveniently located to serve clients across the Chicago metropolitan area. You can find us at 180 N La Salle Dr Ste 3700, Chicago, IL 60601, USA. Our downtown location is easily accessible, and our commitment to client comfort is reflected in our wheelchair-accessible restroom. To ensure that we can dedicate our full attention to your specific needs, we recommend scheduling an appointment in advance. We also understand that distance or other circumstances may make an in-person meeting challenging, and we are prepared to accommodate your needs with remote or virtual options for consultation and mediation.

Billick Mediation specializes in a range of family law services, with a core focus on alternative dispute resolution methods. Our services include:

• Mediation and Collaborative Law for Divorce
• Child Custody and Visitation Arrangements
• Child Support Litigation
• Dispute Resolution for Family Law Matters
• Physical and Legal Custody Negotiations
• High Asset Divorces
• Prenuptial and Marital Agreements
• Estate Planning and Medicaid Planning

Our goal is to help you reach a full or partial agreement on all the issues of your conflict. Whether it's a "pro se" mediation where both parties do not have attorneys, or a mediation with attorneys present, we are skilled at guiding the process to a positive conclusion. Our expertise in collaborative law means we can work with all parties to reach a settlement outside of court, even in the most complicated cases.

Several key features and highlights make Billick Mediation an excellent choice for your family law needs in Illinois.

• We are a dedicated mediation and collaborative law practice, offering a less adversarial and more cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation.
• Our firm operates on a sliding fee scale and flat-fee pricing for many services, providing transparency and affordability.
• We specialize in creating durable, long-lasting agreements that address the unique complexities of your family life.
• Our founder, Rebecca L. Billick, brings a unique background as a licensed attorney, mediator, collaborative law professional, and a former school counselor and therapeutic foster parent, giving her an unparalleled perspective on family dynamics and legal outcomes.
• We can assist with both pro se mediation (parties without attorneys) and mediation with attorneys, as well as court-ordered mediations.
• Our approach is focused on finding creative, out-of-the-box solutions that parties may not have considered on their own.

For all inquiries and to schedule your consultation, please use the following contact information.

Address: 180 N La Salle Dr Ste 3700, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Phone: (800) 662-1532

What is worth choosing Billick Mediation? The most significant value we offer is our commitment to a peaceful, efficient, and client-controlled process. In traditional litigation, a judge who knows very little about you or your family makes the final decisions. With mediation and collaborative law, you and the other party remain in charge, working together to create a solution that truly serves your best interests. This cooperative approach not only saves you time and money but also reduces the emotional toll on everyone involved. As a leading voice in alternative dispute resolution in Illinois, Rebecca L. Billick has a long history of helping families navigate difficult transitions with grace and dignity. Her expertise and compassionate approach have made her a trusted resource for those seeking a less confrontational way to resolve legal issues.

Choosing Billick Mediation is choosing to invest in a positive future for your family. Instead of focusing on who is "right" or "wrong," we focus on finding a path forward that allows for constructive communication and cooperation, especially when children are involved. This is not about surrender; it's about progress. We help you move past the conflict and toward a solution that you can both agree on, ensuring that the agreement is well-drafted and ready for court review. Our firm's dedicated focus on mediation and collaborative law means we are experts in these fields, providing a level of specialization and care that is hard to find in a traditional law firm. We are here to help you turn a challenging situation into a manageable process with a favorable outcome.

Billick Mediation

180 N La Salle Dr Ste 3700, Chicago, IL 60601, USA