Brooke Golding, Family Law Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL
Trusted family law attorney serving Chicago.
Practices in
Are you Brooke Golding?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Brooke Golding is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Beermann LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Brooke Golding: Brooke Golding is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Beermann LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brooke Golding
Brooke concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brooke handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Chicago, Illinois
Brooke takes family law matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brooke agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brooke Golding — Attorney of Illinois family law experience
Brooke Golding is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Beermann LLP.
Brooke I. Golding has been exclusively practicing Family Law for more than 25 years. Ms. Golding has represented both spouses and children during the divorce process. Ms. Golding previously served as an approved member of the Cook County Domestic Relations Division’s List of Court Certified Mediators and as an approved member of the Child Representative List for both the Circuit Court of Cook County Domestic Relations Division and the 19th Judicial Circuit of Lake County Family Division. Ms. Golding provides her clients with individualized attention and encourages her clients to explore creative solutions through negotiation or mediation as a means to achieve his or her objectives.
Ms. Golding prides herself on attempting to maximize her client’s time and resources by striving to resolve complicated issues through negotiation. Ms. Golding’s strong negotiation skills are a direct result of her experience in crafting and effectively communicating alternative options to individuals as an advocate, mediator or children’s representative. Ms. Golding recognizes that every family is unique and that the process of how you approach each divorce is equally as important as the substantive issues. Ms. Golding understands that not all cases may be resolved outside the courtroom and she possesses the knowledge and experience to aggressively advocate for her clients in Court.
Ms. Golding is a member of the State of Illinois Bar and the United States District of the Northern District of Illinois. She completed a divorce mediation-training course and received a Certificate of Completion from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois and completed the family law collaborative training with the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois. Ms. Golding includes divorce mediation and collaborative divorce in her practice.
Brooke earned her Juris Doctor degree from Loyola University School of Law in Chicago, Illinois where she was a member of the Loyola Law Journal. Ms. Golding obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with high distinction.
How Brooke handles family law matters
Brooke I. Golding has been exclusively practicing Family Law for more than 25 years. Ms. Golding has represented both spouses and children during the divorce process. Ms. Golding previously served as an approved member of the Cook County Domestic Relations Division’s List of Court Certified Mediators and as an approved member of the Child Representative List for both the Circuit Court of Cook…
Who Brooke represents
Brooke reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Brooke Golding's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola University Chicago
J.D. · 1997
Brooke studied at J.D. in Loyola University Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Brooke completed J.D. in Loyola University Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brooke runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Brooke Golding
Brooke has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
Locations
Brooke Golding's office in Chicago
Brooke's primary office is at 161 North Clark Street, Suite 3000, Chicago, Illinois, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brooke Golding
Brooke has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.
No reviews yet
Only verified clients who have consulted with Brooke Golding can leave a review.
Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Brooke Golding — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brooke usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brooke charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brooke's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brooke will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brooke
Brooke discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brooke confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brooke's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brooke Golding
How much does it cost to hire Brooke for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brooke walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brooke offer a free consultation?
Brooke charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brooke's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Brooke's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brooke gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brooke take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Brooke is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brooke will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brooke?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brooke will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brooke accepting new family law clients right now?
Brooke's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Brooke handles family law matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated family law attorneys in Illinois
If Brooke's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these family law attorneys in Chicago handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.
