hELlo rEBECCA…
Rebecca oversees all attorneys working on your case. While Rebecca will be primarily responsible should your matter go to trial, working with a team can help reduce your costs and give you access to even more years of legal experience. With that said, the “buck” stops with Rebecca so to speak and she will ensure review of every substantive matter and decision in your case. Rebecca lives in the Chicagoland area with her spouse and three children.
MEET Jessica…
Jessica has a passion for family law, as a practicing lawyer in the field since 2015. She is practical and straightforward, attempting to avoid the courtroom as necessary, but nevertheless can successfully advocate in court when required. Jessica focuses on all aspects of family law, from mediation to litigation, on all matters involving children, asset division and valuation, and everything in between. Jessica’s tenacity, love of the law, and practical approach make her a valuable member as a Senior Associate of the Berlin Melzer Law team. Jessica lives in the Chicagoland area with her spouse and two sons.
MEET HEATHER…
As a resident of DuPage, Heather started her career in law locally at the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s office for almost 3 years. She transitioned to family law, working for a small firm in Will County, Illinois for over two years and also working for one of the largest family law firms in the country for almost a year. Desiring to return to a more boutique family law setting, but using her vast experience in all aspects of family law, Heather is now a Senior Associate at Berlin Melzer Law. Heather focuses on all aspects of family law, from mediation to litigation, on all matters involving children, asset division and valuation, and everything in between. As a parent herself to three children, Heather understands the sensitivity needed in every case, and especially with children.
MEET
Noelle…
Noelle C. Cislo is a licensed attorney concentrating in the areas of divorce, including pre-decree and post decres issues, as well as child custody, child support. Noelle is also able to use her litigation skills to fiercely advocate for children in her capacity as a Child's Representative and Guardian ad Litem. Noelle has been practicing family law since 2014. During law school, Noelle served as a Notes and Comments Editor on the school’s Law Review and wrote an article regarding grandparent visitation rights. Additionally, Noelle was an active member of the Child and Family Law Society, Society of Women and Law, and Phi Alpha Delta. Noelle, her lawyer husband, and her aspiring lawyer son (we can hope) live in the Chicagoland area.
MEET MOLLY…
Molly Carmody began in family law as a law clerk at a large family law firm, and also worked for a short time as an associate at a large family law firm in Chicago. Molly also has in depth experience with DCFS related issues, having worked as an attorney at Office of the Cook County Public Guardian. She has worked with Rebecca since 2019 in all aspects of family law. Molly is also on the Young Professionals Board of Between Friends. Molly lives in the Chicagoland area and loves exploring new places.
MEET DIANA…
Our paralegal and staff will help assist in your case. We work collaboratively as a team to be as efficient as possible. Diana has been in the family law field for over twenty (20) years, bringing her expertise and efficiencies in the practice to your case. Diana is the true wearer of all hats in the firm and makes sure everything and everyone runs smoothly. Her organization skills and attention to detail are superb. If necessary, outside staff will handles over-flow, one of whom has worked with Rebecca since 2018. Diana lives with her two sons and a bunch of pets in the Chicagoland area.
Meet Hannah…
Hannah has been involved with all things family law since 2019. She started as an associate attorney at a a local family law firm before transitioning to the Berlin Melzer Law LLC team in 2024. She grew up in Mount Greenwood, Illinois. Hannah completed her undergraduate degree in Business Finance with a minor in Spanish at Illinois State University and attended law school at DePaul University College of Law. While in law school, Hannah was an active member of Moot Court Honor Society. Hannah and her husband live in the Chicagoland area with their pup, Mack.
MEET EMILY…
Emily has been practicing law since 2006. Emily focuses on estate planning for individuals and families, helping them making critical and strategic decisions regarding the economical distribution of assets. No family is the same and no estate plan is the same - she applies a hands on and personalized approach to your needs. Emily is of-counsel to the firm.
Meet Nicole…
Our paralegal and staff will help assist in your case. We work collaboratively as a team to be as efficient as possible. Nicole found her place in her second career in the family law field. She spent almost 20 years in the medical field, before transitioning to be a paralegal and wearer of all hats for a solo attorney in family law. Once she navigated operating a solo firm, Nicole spent almost 2 years assisting attorneys in a large family law firm and training other staff members entering the firm. Nicole, her spouse, and their son live in the Chicagoland area.