Family Law

• Divorce
  Following graduation from law school, Fallon began practicing Divorce, Family Law and Criminal Defense. For a brief time, Fallon was a Prosecutor in the Northwestern Illinois area. She quickly realized her passion for Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family Law and continued her career back in Decatur with Bolen, Robinson, & Ellis.
• Child Support
  Child support is a matter within the discretion of the trial court. Section 505 (a)(1) of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution Act establishes guidelines to determine the level of child support.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Do you need a family law mediator? BRE Law can help you settle legal disputes in your divorce or family law case. Oftentimes these are related to child custody or property matters in divorce.
• Adoption
  Searching for an adoption attorney in Decatur, Illinois? BRE Law works to facilitate private adoptions of infants and children, as well as step-parent adoption, grandparent adoption, and other related adoption matters. The attorneys of BRE Law have created a streamlined approach to make matches between birth mothers and firm clients. Through privately facilitated adoptions, we can control the expenses and legal risks clients are exposed to while ensuring the success of the adoption.
• Guardianship
  Do you need an attorney to assist you with establishing a guardianship for your loved one in Decatur, Illinois? The attorneys of BRE Law provide legal counsel to initiate and navigate the legal process for child/minor guardianship and disabled adult guardianship.
• Spousal Support
  For example, many clients have questions about how much maintenance, what used to be referred to as alimony or spousal support, they might have to pay. We can walk you through the maintenance factors and guidelines can be found at 750 ILCS 5/504 et. seq. and help explain the new maintenance formula in Illinois.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Domestic battery is a very serious area of criminal law, and convictions can have very damaging effects on your future. Below are ten general things that you should know about domestic battery charges in Illinois.
• DUI/DWI
  Adding to those punishments is the fact that DUI cases are often difficult to defend, since cases are typically based on an officer’s direct observation. But there are specific sets of rules and regulations that police officers must follow when they stop a person they suspect is a drunk driver.
• Wrongful Death
  About Wrongful Death Lawsuits Wrongful death cases permit family members to seek compensation from the negligent party for damages sustained because of their loss. Surviving family members may typically bring a lawsuit for...
• Traffic Violations
  Driver negligence – Negligent drivers are often speeding, or run a red light, fail to yield, perform an illegal U-turn, or simply fail to pay attention to nearby vehicles on the road. Driver negligent poses special risks to motorcyclists.
• Sex Crimes
• Fraud
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  A battery is often classified as a misdemeanor, although serious physical harm to another can result in a felony. No matter the classification, a conviction can result in severe consequences.
• Drug Crimes
  Illinois has very strict laws against the possession and use of controlled substances, or drugs. A drug possession charge or possession of a controlled substance is not a charge to take lightly. Depending on the drug in question and how much of it you are alleged to have been found with, you can be facing some very serious consequences. Do not risk your future or your freedom by assuming that a drug possession charge is not a big deal.
• Assault
  Unlike battery, an assault charge does not require that any contact be made between the suspect and the alleged victim. Instead, assault charges arise when the defendant has placed the victim in reasonable apprehension of immediate battery.
• Murder
  Andrew Micah Wessler has been a cornerstone of BRE Law since May 2019. With a career spanning both prosecution and defense, Andrew’s litigation skills are honed to perfection. He has a remarkable track record, winning high-stakes murder trials and securing million-dollar injury settlements. His dedication to family law is evident in his success in restoring parental rights and ensuring fair parenting time for those unjustly denied it.
• Juvenile Crimes
  Juvenile law is an area of criminal law that is applicable to persons not old enough to be held responsible for criminal acts. This is a very complex area of the law with a multitude of considerations. Below are ten general things that you should know about juvenile law.
• Probation Violation
• Homicide

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  Advising on corporate governance, restructuring, employment matters, and other issues that may arise during the transition period.
• Mergers and Acquisitions
  At BRE Law, we understand that every transaction is a critical step toward achieving your strategic goals, whether they're short-term gains or long-term growth. Our team is dedicated to helping you navigate and execute complex transactions, providing you with the personalized attention that only experienced partners can offer.
• Business Disputes
  Bolen Robinson & Ellis LLP offers comprehensive legal support for businesses in central Illinois. Our attorneys are experienced in various business law matters, serving as general corporate counsel for both small and large businesses.
• Business Transactions
  Matt joined BRE Law during his last semester of law school and eventually became a partner. He is admitted to practice law in Illinois State courts and the Central District of Illinois. He is active in the community and a member of the United Way Board, the Illinois State and Decatur Bar Associations, and the National Employment Lawyers Association. Matt focuses his practice in the areas of Employment and Business Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Transactions, and Personal Injury. In his free time, Matt enjoys the outdoors and spending time on the lake with his wife Jessica, also an attorney, and their dog Marshall.
• Construction Contracts

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  Nearly all employers in Illinois are required to maintain workers compensation insurance so that injured workers can receive money to cover medical expenses and pay the bills. But unfortunately, it can be difficult for injured workers to obtain the benefits they are entitled to.
• Wrongful Termination

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  The BRE Law team is ready to assist you with any real estate issue, including litigation and simple to complex residential or commercial transactions. American real estate law stems from the basic legal foundations of land ownership and property rights. Over time, real estate law has become increasingly complex.
• Premises Liability
  Victims injured on the property of another person or entity often suffer the burden of large expenses, including hospital bills, medical treatment and medication, childcare, loss of personal time with loved ones, missed time from work, and even death. A successful premises liability claim can reimburse victims for those expenses.
• Construction Litigation
• Real Estate Transactions
  Banking and Transactions, Business / Corporate Law, Class Actions, Construction / Real Estate, Estate Planning & Probate, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Real Estate Transactions, and Worker's Compensation
• Eminent Domain
• Land Use and Zoning
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes
• Property Damage

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Buses serve as a popular form of transportation, and are especially popular in Illinois as thousands each day rely on school buses, public transportation buses, or charter buses. However, bus accidents occur all too frequently on streets and highways across America. The experienced Decatur personal injury lawyers at Bolen Robinson & Ellis understand how traumatic a bus accident can be, and our bus accident lawyers are committed to ensuring that bus accident victims obtain the results they deserve.
• Medical Malpractice
  Adoption, Criminal Defense, DCFS, Estate Planning & Probate, Family Law, Medical Malpractice, Orders of Protection, and Personal Injury
• Social Security Disability
• Dog Bites
  Dogs can be our closest companions. But the unfortunate reality is that sometimes dogs bite. In fact, the CDC estimates that approximately 4.7 million dog bites occur throughout the United States each year. Not surprisingly, many of the victims of those dog bites are children.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  In cases of dispute, we offer mediation, arbitration, or vigorous courtroom advocacy. Recognizing the importance of family harmony, we prioritize amicable resolutions whenever possible. Understanding the personal nature of estate planning, we draft documents that are both user-friendly and effective in implementing your personal and tax strategies. We empathize with the emotional aspects of this process and strive to make it a satisfying experience for you and your loved ones."
• Wills
• Trusts
• Power of Attorney
  BRE did our estate plan – wills and powers of attorney. They guided us every step of the way and were a great resource. Make things easier for your loved ones and make sure you have your estate plan in place!
• Probate

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
• Tax Law