# Cheryl Berdelle Law > Cheryl Berdelle Law is a attorney in Chicago, IL. ## Key Pages - [Contact](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/contact-us/): Contact the Law Offices of Cheryl M. Berdelle to schedule a consultation. Call (312) 422-9440 or email cmb@cberdellelaw.com for Chicago family law. - [FAQ](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/faq/): Common questions about working with a Chicago divorce attorney: where to start, the initial interview and what to expect from Cheryl Berdelle's office. - [Home](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/): The Law Offices of Cheryl M. Berdelle help Chicago individuals and families through divorce and family disputes with experienced, compassionate counsel. - [Practice](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/practice/): A Chicago family law practice focused on divorce: spousal support, property valuation and allocation, and parental decision-making by Cheryl M. Berdelle. - [Preparing for Divorce](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/preparing-for-divorce/): Preparing for divorce in Illinois? Understand your assets, liabilities and the financial affidavit process with the Law Offices of Cheryl Berdelle. - [Profile](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/profile/): For over 25 years, Cheryl M. Berdelle has produced fair, equitable results for clients in complex personal and financial family law matters in Chicago. - [Testimonials](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/testimonials/): Read what clients say about Cheryl M. Berdelle: legal talent and technical mastery with a practical, strategic style for the best divorce results. ## Services - [Family Law & Divorce](https://www.cberdellelaw.com/practice/) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What areas of law does Cheryl Berdelle practice? The Law Offices of Cheryl M. Berdelle focus on family law arising from divorce - including spousal support (maintenance), property valuation and allocation, parental decision-making, child support and parenting - as well as parentage proceedings, post-judgment matters, prenuptial agreements and domestic partnership issues. ### How experienced is Cheryl Berdelle? For over 25 years, Cheryl M. Berdelle has produced fair and equitable results for her clients, including complex personal and financial matters. She focuses her practice in Cook, DuPage and Will counties. ### How do I get started with a divorce or family law matter? The first step is an initial consultation, where you meet and interview your choice of counsel - a relationship that's key to the outcome of your case. The consultation establishes an understanding of your concerns and the foundation for how to proceed, including filing for divorce or a thoughtful settlement before court. ### What is maintenance (alimony) and how long does it last? Maintenance - formerly known as alimony - may apply to a spouse who has been home raising children or who has a lower earning capacity. The court's determination is twofold: first whether support is appropriate, and then the amount and duration based on the circumstances of the marriage. ### What financial information should I prepare for a divorce? It helps to understand your monthly expenses, financial needs and the standard of living developed during the marriage, along with the value of your property, investments and any business interests. The Illinois Financial Affidavit can help you identify your assets, liabilities and expenses. ### How do I contact the Law Offices of Cheryl M. Berdelle? The Law Offices of Cheryl M. Berdelle are located at 77 W Wacker Dr, Suite 4500, Chicago, IL. Call (312) 422-9440 or email cmb@cberdellelaw.com to make an appointment. ## Contact - Phone: +1-312-422-9440 - Email: cmb@cberdellelaw.com - Address: 77 W Wacker Dr Ste 4500, Chicago, IL, 60601 - Website: https://www.cberdellelaw.com/