- DivorceCurrently, Pete represents individuals in all types of divorce and family law matters. His approach has been to seek resolution of emotionally charged matters by taking into strong consideration the financial and emotional toll on the clients, and oftentimes their children. Pete's goals are aligned with his clients' goals, and he believes most cases should be settled without a trial. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, however, he is prepared to seek a court resolution when necessary.
- Child Support
- Child Custody and Visitation
- GuardianshipThere are generally two classifications for guardians: one for Guardianship of the Person, and one for Guardianship of the Estate. Guardians of the Person make medical and other decisions involving the general welfare for a disabled adult. This specific guardianship designation does not involve handling the individual’s finances. Guardians of the Estate handle financial matters, but not the well-being and care of the person. Usually, if the disabled individual needs both types of guardianship, the same individual will be appointed by the court.
- Spousal Support
- Criminal DefenseAt Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C., we represent clients charged with a variety of criminal matters throughout Lake, McHenry, Cook and DuPage counties. Our practice experience includes...
- DUI/DWIWe invite you to contact Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C. to schedule a consultation to discuss your situation and needs regarding an Illinois DUI, traffic, or criminal matter.
- Wrongful Death
- Traffic Violations
- White Collar Crimes
- MisdemeanorsBridget A. Salvi joined Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C., in March 2013. Her areas of concentration include traffic, misdemeanor, DUI, Secretary of State administrative hearings, juvenile, and family law. She also is a Guardian ad Litem in family law cases.
- Murder
- Business FormationSalvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C. serves clients through Northern Illinois, including residents of Cook, Lake, Kane, DuPage, and McHenry Counties. SSW attorneys possess a wide-breadth of knowledge on a variety of challenging legal fields, including personal injury, family law, estate planning, trust administration, DUI, traffic, criminal, commercial litigation, probate, real estate, and business formation. All of our attorneys work as a team, so you receive the added benefit of their collective knowledge and depth of experience, no matter your legal issue.
- Business Disputes
- Limited Liability CompaniesOur firm has helped hundreds of Illinois businesses incorporate or form limited liability companies. We have assisted clients negotiate contracts, purchase businesses, sell businesses, and navigate a variety of other legal challenges associated with Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, Corporations, LLC’s, Joint Ventures, and more.
- Employment Contract$585,000 jury verdict on behalf of plaintiff alleging breach of an employment contract. Johns v. Town and Country Jewelry Corp., Federal District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
- Non-compete Agreement
- Premises Liability
- Construction LitigationMike joined The Law Office of Albert S. Salvi, the predecessor firm to Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C., in 1984. His general practice included personal injury litigation, traffic, real estate transactions, insurance law, landlord-tenant litigation, election law, construction litigation and criminal defense, including the defense of clients charged with felonies such as white collar crimes and murder. Mike has an unusually wide breadth of experience litigating criminal and civil cases at the trial court and appellate levels in many venues throughout the United States.
- Real Estate Transactions
- Land Use and Zoning
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesOne of the best ways to avoid landlord-tenant related conflict is to have a well-drafted lease that thoroughly addresses all aspects of the landlord-tenant relationship to minimize risks associated with defaulting tenants. It is generally beneficial for landlords and tenants to have an attorney review or draft a lease that complies with Illinois and federal laws, while at the same time furthering their own interests.
- Personal InjuryWhat is Personal Injury Law? “Personal injuries” can occur in a variety of ways. Personal injuries typically fall into one of two categories: (1) intentional torts, or (2) negligence. This distinction is incredibly important. Whether your injury... Read More
- Medical MalpracticeSamantha Salvi joined her father, Michael J. Salvi, and uncle, Peter J. Wifler, in practice at Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C. as an associate attorney in August 2018. Samantha handles a variety of personal injury cases, including product liability, premises liability, medical malpractice, and car accidents.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate PlanningAn estate is the total property, real and personal, owned by an individual. It includes assets like financial accounts, life insurance, real estate, business interests and personal property. We believe that every estate is worth planning for, no matter the size. An estate represents your accumulation of hard work and effort. Estate planning puts you in control of your future.
- WillsLast Will and Testaments outlining the plan of distribution of assets upon death and naming guardians for minor children if appropriate.
- TrustsTrust administration is the process by which trust assets are distributed in accordance with the terms of the trust. When the grantor (creator) of a trust becomes incapable of carrying out the terms or passes away, the successor trustee steps in to administer the trust. The trustee is obligated to follow certain rules and owes a duty to the trust to carry out its terms. We assist clients in administering trusts both during the grantor’s life and after death.
- Power of AttorneyTypically, there are three scenarios that warrant the appointment of a guardian in non-family law matters in Illinois. First, when an adult person has a mental handicap or experiences dementia rendering them incapable of making health or financial decisions for themselves. Second, when an adult has health issues and they are either unable or incapable of making informal decisions for themselves and refuse to authorize a power of attorney. Third, when a minor child is involved with a personal injury claim, or inherits money during their minority. In all three of these situations, it may be important for a relative, or close friend, to be appointed guardian for that person to make health or financial decisions on their behalf and in their best interests.
- ProbateKimberly Kudron is an associate at Salvi, Salvi & Wilfer, P.C. and joined the firm in March 2013. She works with clients on a variety of issues, including: family law, civil litigation, and probate law.
- Tax LawKimberly graduated from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. She continued her legal education at John Marshall by earning her Master of Law in Tax Law. During her time at John Marshall, Kimberly was an editor of the Journal of Computer and Information Law, a CALI award recipient, a Research Fellow and an Intern at the John Marshall Fair Housing Clinic and the Illinois Department of Revenue.