About The Sarikas Law Group, LLC — family law Berwyn Illinois

Family law Berwyn Illinois clients facing divorce, custody disputes, and immigration matters have access to a multilingual legal team at The Sarikas Law Group, LLC on Cermak Road in Berwyn. The firm serves a diverse Cook County clientele with attorneys including Carmen Jusino, Karla Ortiz, Diana Meza, and Maria Bernal, offering legal services in both English and Spanish. The firm’s family law practice handles contested divorce proceedings including trial, child custody and support disputes, and modifications, while the immigration practice assists clients with residency applications, visa petitions, and status adjustments. Explore other Berwyn, Illinois attorneys.

Attorneys Karla Ortiz and Carmen Jusino have received consistent positive feedback for their compassion and thorough preparation in divorce and family law matters, with clients describing relief at finding advocates who genuinely understood both the legal complexities and the emotional dimensions of their situations. Attorney Maria Bernal has earned strong reviews for her immigration work, with clients describing successful and expedited residency and status adjustment outcomes.

What Clients Say

Clients who worked with the firm’s family law attorneys — particularly Karla Ortiz and Carmen Jusino — describe compassionate, responsive service and genuine dedication through contested proceedings including trial. Spanish-speaking clients who worked with Maria Bernal on immigration matters describe successful outcomes and express strong gratitude for the firm’s bilingual capabilities and personalized guidance through what they describe as a life-changing process.

family law Berwyn — Practice Areas & Services

• Divorce and dissolution of marriage in Cook County domestic relations court
• Contested divorce including trial representation in Berwyn and Cicero area courts
• Child custody, parenting time, and support disputes
• Child support modifications and enforcement
• Immigration residency applications and status adjustments
• Visa petitions and family-based immigration cases
• Bilingual legal services in English and Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a contested divorce take in Cook County, Illinois?

Contested divorces in Cook County that proceed to trial can take anywhere from one to three years depending on case complexity, court scheduling, and the level of dispute between parties. Cases involving significant marital assets, business valuation, or highly contested custody arrangements tend to take longer and require more extensive discovery and expert testimony. Uncontested divorces with a settlement agreement in place can often conclude within a few months of filing.

How does Illinois determine child support?

Illinois uses an income shares model to calculate child support, taking into account the combined net income of both parents and the percentage of overnight parenting time each parent exercises. The model aims to ensure that children receive the same proportion of parental income they would have received had the family remained intact. Deviations from the statutory guideline are permitted when the guideline amount would be inappropriate or unjust given specific circumstances.

Can I apply for a green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen in Illinois?

Yes. A foreign national married to a U.S. citizen may apply for lawful permanent resident status through a spousal visa petition. The process involves filing Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative), attending an interview with USCIS, and demonstrating the bona fide nature of the marriage. Processing times vary, but spouses of U.S. citizens are classified as immediate relatives, meaning no visa number waiting period applies. An experienced immigration attorney can help ensure the petition and supporting documents are complete and compelling.