Laraia & Whitty Attorneys At Law - Wheaton, IL
Family Law Lawyers in Wheaton, IL
1761 S. Naperville Rd. Suite 201 Wheaton, IL 60189
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- 2 Super Lawyers®
- 2 Attorney Ratings
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35
Years
Experience
Wheaton Family Law Firm
Updated: 02/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Adoption
- Child Support
- Custody & Visitation
- Fathers Rights
- Mediation & Collaborative Law
- Military Divorce
- Same Sex Family Law
Litigation: 15%
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Laraia & Whitty Attorneys At Law
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Hired Law firm 2024Highly recommend James. I learned my lesson the hard way when going through a complex divorce that a cheap attorney will cost you more money in the long-run. This time around I searched for a good attorney that didn't toy around with my case by dragging it out even more than I had to. I consulted with a few before finding James. While other attorneys recommended strategy of filing motions after motions that would further litigate my case, James provided a more solution-based approach. Instead of finding ways to drag out my case, he approached my case in a logical, strategical manner that really focused on resolving my case in the best way possible. He is assertive and realistic, he is ethical and really also works for the best interest of the children. With other attorneys I got the sense that they wanted to find a way to drag things out to rack up the legal bills, while with James I really felt like he cared about my case and finding a way to resolve it. He is really ethical and empathetic and won't steer you wrong.
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Hired Law firm 2018-2019J Laraia was a superb lawyer who fought for my rights during a contemptuous divorce.
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Hired Law firm 2022-2023As everyone knows, a divorce is difficult. Choosing the wrong attorney compounds the problem. I dealt with James Laraia and his team for over a year before getting a fair and just settlement over a number of difficult issues. James is very professional and cares about his client. He is experienced, knowledgeable, professional and is respected by both the Judge and the opposing Attorney. Charges are completely explained, documented and fair. I was completely satisfied with my choice of Laraia and Whitty. Larry McKay
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Hired Law firm 2015-2022Jay Laraia is an extremely competent, honest and trustworthy lawyer. He is direct and offers the counsel you need. Highly recommend Jay and team.
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1761 S. Naperville Rd.
Suite 201
Wheaton, IL 60189
Phone: 630-228-9984
Fax: 630-690-0196
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.laraiawhitty.com
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