18+ Years
Legal Experience
About Lisa M. Giese
With over two decades of experience, Lisa M. Giese has expertly managed thousands of family law cases, ranging from pre and post-decree divorce disputes to support modification and enforcement proceedings. Her practice also encompasses paternity and parenting time matters, allocation of parental responsibilities, relocation issues, DCFS appeals, orders of protection, and guardianship cases.
Lisa is dedicated to advocating for her clients, skillfully determining when to pursue settlements or when aggressive litigation is necessary. As a trained guardian ad litem, she has been appointed by the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit Court of DuPage County, as well as in Cook, Kane, and Will Counties, to make recommendations that serve the best interests of children.
During her law school years, Lisa concentrated on family law, earning a Certificate in Child and Family Law. Her commitment extends beyond her practice, as she has volunteered for many years with the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program in Cook and DuPage Counties, assisting in complex juvenile court cases involving mistreatment and neglect.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Illinois Car Accident Laws
Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of family law does Lisa M. Giese specialize in?
Lisa M. Giese specializes in divorce disputes, support modifications, paternity and parenting time matters, custody, relocation, DCFS appeals, orders of protection, and guardianship cases.
What roles has Lisa served in as a guardian ad litem?
Lisa has been appointed as a guardian ad litem by the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit Court of DuPage County and in Cook, Kane, and Will Counties.
What is Lisa's educational background?
Lisa focused on family law during law school and earned a Certificate in Child and Family Law.
How has Lisa contributed to the CASA program?
Lisa has volunteered with the CASA program in Cook and DuPage Counties, assisting in juvenile court cases involving mistreatment and neglect.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Lisa M. Giese for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Lisa for a free case review
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