O. Long Law, LLC - Evanston, IL

Dedicated Family Law and Divorce Advocacy in Evanston, Illinois

Navigating relationship transitions, marital dissolutions, and parenting arrangements can be among the most emotionally demanding challenges a person will ever face. O. Long Law, LLC provides grounded, solution-oriented representation designed to bring clarity, peace of mind, and lasting resolution to complex family matters. Established in 2017 by principal attorney Olivia St. Clair Long, a graduate of the University of Chicago Law School with extensive high-stakes commercial litigation background, the firm combines sophisticated courtroom acumen with genuine empathy. Serving clients across Evanston, Chicago, and the broader North Shore, this women-led legal team is committed to protecting what matters most: your children, your financial security, and your future.

Rather than escalating disputes needlessly, the firm emphasizes practical conflict resolution and mediation whenever possible. However, when aggressive litigation becomes necessary to protect a client from bad-faith tactics or hidden assets, their attorneys act with decisive, courtroom-tested strength. If you find yourself in the middle of a high-conflict dispute and need to hire an attorney who understands both emotional dynamics and complex finances, O. Long Law offers tailored legal roadmaps built on transparent communication.

Full-Spectrum Family Law Practice Areas

The firm concentrates exclusively on family law matters, helping clients navigate every stage of court proceedings and out-of-court negotiations. Key focus areas include:

• Divorce lawyers: Guiding spouses through contested and uncontested dissolution proceedings, asset and debt division, business valuation, and spousal maintenance determinations.
• Child custody lawyers: Establishing practical allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time agreements centered entirely on the best interests of your children.
• Child support lawyers: Calculating fair financial child support obligations under Illinois statutory guidelines and handling post-decree modifications or enforcement actions.
• Prenuptial agreement lawyers: Drafting and reviewing premarital and postnuptial agreements that safeguard pre-existing assets, protect family businesses, and eliminate future marital disputes.
• Domestic violence lawyers: Securing immediate protective orders and emergency relief while defending clients and their children against dangerous home environments.
• Adoption lawyers: Assisting prospective parents, stepparents, and growing families with legal adoptions and related family adjustments.

Recognized Legal Excellence and Community Commitment

Attorney Olivia St. Clair Long has achieved wide industry recognition for her dedicated advocacy, having been named among Super Lawyers Rising Stars and selected as Best Divorce and Child Custody Lawyer in Illinois by the Legal Elite Awards. Beyond the courtroom, the firm is deeply invested in the local community and LGBTQ+ advocacy, regularly serving on bar association leadership committees and supporting regional non-profit divorce resource centers. The firm utilizes a trauma-informed methodology, coordinating with mental health counselors, financial planners, and forensic accountants to ensure holistic support for every family.

Transparent Consultations and Clear Strategic Guidance

At O. Long Law, clients are never treated like numbers on a court docket. You will receive honest assessments about your options, likely legal outcomes, and expected costs without confusing legal jargon. Whether you need assistance drafting a prenup or preparing for a contested custody hearing, their Evanston office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM to assist you. Contact the firm today to schedule a confidential free consultation and take the first confident step toward resolving your family legal matter.