About Donato Pesce

Don Pesce received his Juris Doctorate from the IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2005. After being admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2005 and the Florida Bar in 2006, Don decided to dedicate his legal career to divorce and family law. As such, Don has been practicing in the divorce and family law arena, with an emphasis in DuPage County, for the entirety of his legal career.

Don is a passionate and enthusiastic problem solver who loves the intellectual challenges of family law from the initial consultation to the final agreement or judicial ruling. As an experienced divorce and family law attorney, Don handles every type of case from the simple agreement to the most intricate and delicate situations with precision, persistence and care.

Don takes pride in his ability to communicate with clients. Don gives clients one-on-one attention every step of the way. He thoroughly explains the legal process from the first action to the last. Don always makes it his goal to specifically tailor an individualized strategy for his clients in order to attain a favorable outcome. This includes considering the calculation of cost-benefit analysis in every case, carefully taking into account his clients' wishes and finances simultaneously. Don has valuable experience working with clients in every financial situation, including the protection of multi-million dollar estates.

The ultimate intellectual challenge in family law is in the courtroom, which Don lives for and where he thrives. The three keys to courtroom success are preparation, preparation, and preparation. In every case, Don analyzes the facts and applies the law thoroughly in preparation for presentment to the Court before he ever steps foot from his office. At the Courthouse, his constant presence and honest, hard-working approach has earned him a reputation, amongst his peers and the judiciary, for credibility that serves his clients well.

As a result of Don’s devotion to divorce and family law, he has completed the advanced training to represent children and is Court-approved in DuPage County to serve as a Guardian ad Litem, child's representative or attorney for the child as the Court may consider appropriate. In addition, Don is also Court-approved in DuPage County to serve a Mediator to resolve custody and visitation matters.

Honors and Awards:

- Emerging Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network

- Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

- Clients' Choice, Avvo

- 10.0 Rating, Avvo

 

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Family Law
Posted by Eric
November 09, 2022
Hired Attorney Donato Pesce

Mr. Pesce was assigned to my case as a G.A.L. He immediately recognized the motivations of the opposing party and gave the appropriate recommendations. Additionally, he was fair and transparent with his billable hours and did not take advantage of the situation.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
December 12, 2017
Hired Attorney Donato Pesce

It would have been better to represent myself. All this guy would do is take orders from the other side. I lost my job and did not go after maintenance or help with the child support. The Judge went against the Child agreement and he did NOTHING. Never filed a motion to protect me. He would disappear for a week at a time, NEVER returned my calls. Ended paying the other side an extra $2000 because I could never get a hold of him. I had to settle because I ran out of money paying him over $15,000

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 25, 2015
Hired Attorney Donato Pesce

don pesce quit on me on the final day of divorce, right before the hearing, without my knowledge, and concurring with the spouse's attorney, changed the divorce decree to give her EVERYTHING. The house, the car, all my belongings, tools, motorcycles, etc. In addition , I have to pay her 800/month alimony, and child support based on a salary of net 119,000. I have never netted any more than 85,000 in my life. She took all money, house ,car,child PLUS I pay $2223/mo child support/alimony. Thx jerk

 

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Areas of Law

  • Annulment
  • Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Family Law 7
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Visitation Rights
    • Spousal Support
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Paternity
    • Divorce
  • Same Sex Marriage
  • Restraining Orders
  • Legal Separation
  • Gay and Lesbian Family Law
  • Fathers Rights
  • Family Mediation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Domestic Partnerships
  • Collaborative Family Law
  • Civil Unions
  • Other 25
    • Alimony
    • Child Advocacy
    • Child Custody Mediation
    • Child Dependency
    • Child Protection
    • Child Sexual Abuse
    • Uncontested Divorce
    • Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs)
    • Post Nuptial Agreements
    • Post Divorce Modification
    • Parenting Time
    • Parental Rights
    • No Fault Divorce
    • Matrimonial Law
    • Marital Property Settlements
    • Marital Property Law
    • Marital Property Distribution
    • Marital Agreements
    • Interstate Child Custody
    • Interstate Support
    • Equitable Distribution
    • Domestic Relations
    • Divorce Mediation
    • Childrens Rights
    • Child Welfare

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2005, Illinois
    2006, Florida
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law
    Class of 2005
    J.D.
    Other Education
    DePaul University
    Class of 2000
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1978
    Addison, Illinois, July 25, 1978
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Donato Pesce was admitted in 2005 to the State of Illinois.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Donato Pesce is admitted to practice in Florida and Illinois.
  • Does this attorney speak any other languages?
    Donato Pesce speaks Italian and Spanish.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Donato Pesce attended IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law.