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Russell D. Knight Chicago Divorce Lawyer

The Law Office of Russell D. Knight is an Illinois family law and divorce law firm dedicated to guiding clients through their divorces both in and out of the courtroom, and we regularly represent business owners, professionals, and the spouses of business owners in divorces where a company, a practice, or complex compensation is at stake. We will discuss all of your legal options and give you an honest assessment of what is required for your divorce case. Contact our office today for a 100% free consultation with a Chicago divorce lawyer.

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Awards and Recognition

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Law Office of Russell D. Knight has been named a Tier 2 firm in Chicago for Family Law in the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®.

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Something major is happening…

Russell D. Knight Chicago Divorce Lawyer - ⚖️ Top Rated Chicago Divorce Attorney - Divorce Lawyer in Chicago

Something major is happening in your marriage and life. You may be asking yourself:

  • Do I really want to divorce my spouse?
  • Do I want a legal separation?
  • Should I take action or wait? How do I respond? How do I find help?
  • Can I even afford to move out or pay support?
  • What are my rights? What are my responsibilities? How does divorce and legal separation work in Illinois?
  • What about the kids? Visitation? Am I going to be okay?
  • What will happen with the house? How much am I going to have to pay?
  • What happens to my business? Is my spouse entitled to part of it?
  • My spouse runs the business. How do I find out what it’s worth and what they really earn?

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Divorce For Business Owners And Their Spouses

When a business is part of the marriage, it usually drives the whole case: what the company is worth, how much of it is marital, what the owner really earns for support, and how a settlement can be paid without sinking the business. We represent both business owners and the spouses of business owners.

Russell D. Knight serves on the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE) Business Valuation committee and maintains the Illinois Business Valuation Case Tracker. He is licensed in Illinois and Florida, which matters for owners with homes or businesses in both states.

Experience

Russell D. Knight has been divorcing people in Chicago, IL since 2006. We are Chicagoland area Illinois divorce attorneys who have crafted prenuptial, postnuptial and other divorce agreements and/or litigated over a thousand divorces and parentage actions. We have a special focus on business owner divorces.

Client Focus

Personal attention from family law attorneys and professional staff. Each client has a dedicated paralegal and attorney assigned to their divorce case for complete representation. Whether it is complex financial issues or high conflict parenting/visitation matters, YOUR best outcome is OUR focus and goal.

Kids and Family First

Above all, we focus on your children — their health, safety and happiness. Your family’s needs during and after the Illinois divorce process are our foremost concern. Whether contested or collaborative, all child custody matters are handled with the children first in mind.

Value and Results

The billable hour system used by Illinois divorce lawyers can be abused. Our invoices – reasonable and crystal clear – reflect our team's time, expenses and commitment to providing value and results gained via offer or litigation for our clients throughout Illinois.

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Family law is what we do.

Family Law refers to Illinois law, rules, regulations, and court procedures involving the family unit in the Illinois courts. Additionally, there are Supreme Court and local Cook County court rules that govern Family Law.

Whether it is child support, custody, property division, maintenance (formerly known as alimony) or other spousal support, there is a rule for it…and we know it!

We have a singular obsession with providing insight and understanding into family law and other marital legal issues in the state of Illinois.

Family law proceedings need the attention of a conscientious, experienced divorce attorney who can successfully bring your divorce and/or parenting matter to settlement or trial on your terms.

Let’s spend a few minutes on the phone. Take the first step. After a discussion with advice, candor and privacy, you’ll know what to do next. If we are a good partner for you in this journey, our professional relationship can begin.

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Meet Our Illinois Divorce Attorneys

We’ll guide you to the best solution possible and always put your kids first.

Russell Knight

Practice Areas: Divorce and Family Law

Phone: (773) 334-6311

Email: russell@rdklegal.com

BIOGRAPHY: Russell D. Knight has been practicing family law as a Chicago divorce lawyer since 2006. From highly contested paternity issues to complex business valuation and division, Russell D. Knight resolves tough cases with sound legal advice while remaining a strong advocate for his client’s interests. Russell D. Knight was selected to Super Lawyers®, 2026 and The Best Lawyers in America®, Family Law, 2026.

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Reviews from Our Clients

monica
"Attorney Knight and his team were a big help. They took care of everything for me and kept me informed throughout the process. Their time, energy, effort and most of all their patients were greatly appreciated. Will definitely call him again!"
Monica Magee
skagirl
"Russell handled my divorce case. I would highly recommend him. He offers great legal advice, is very prompt to responding to concerns that need to be immediately addressed, and was always easy to get a hold of. His office is very on top of things. I felt like his fees were more than reasonable, and I was very happy with my settlement. Thank you, Russell!"
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bobby
"When my ex-husband and I were on the verge of divorce last year, I reached out to attorney Russell Knight for advice. Even before we had an agreement that he was going to represent me, Mr. Knight was very helpful already. He answered all my questions and laid all of my options and helped me figure out the right course of action. Of course, I had to hire him to help me with my divorce process. He is very skilled and he really understands what he’s doing. Thank you, Mr. Knight!"
Bobby Price
rebecca
"Russell is extremely helpful to everyone in the community and always willing to help. He is an extremely knowledgeable divorce attorney. He is a huge asset to his profession, the legal community and his clients."
Rebecca Day
emily
"Russell and his team helped me so much work through a difficult post divorce situation. Not only did they go out of their way for me, but they helped me understand the best route for us to get through it successfully!"
Emily Cheng
Sara
"Mr. Knight returned my phone call immediately, which is unusual for most attorneys I'm familiar with. His answers to my questions were succinct, articulate, and absolutely spot on."
Sara Larson
dominique
"Russell did amazing and got me full custody of my children🙌 Thank you again!"
Dominique Anderson
andrew
"Great divorce attorney. If you are looking for an attorney that knows how to handle divorces diligently and competently in the Chicagoland area, then go to Russell Knight."
Andrew Hamilton
joshua
"Russell Knight is the most trustworthy family law attorney you will ever meet. Everything Russell says comes from a really good place and his words just set your mind at ease. The best part about working with them in my opinion is how helpful and available they make themselves. Someone is always there to answer questions. Russell's team makes you feel valued. Thank you so much Russell!"
Joshua Merrick
sondra
"Russell Knight was extremely helpful when I came to him with a divorce case last year. This attorney really just has a way to explain things in a way that makes you less stressed. Is it possible that a lawyer has great bedside manner? It is with Russell. And it’s not just empty words either. Attorney Russell follows through with what he said he will do. Five stars for this lawyer!"
Sondra Burns

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Chicago Divorce Lawyer Articles

“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” – Albert Einstein.

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Construction company division in an Illinois divorce.
Uncategorized
Russell Knight

Valuing And Dividing A Construction Company In An Illinois Divorce

A construction company can generate millions of dollars in annual revenue. It can own expensive machinery and equipment. It can even have numerous projects underway. However, none of these characteristics automatically determine the construction company’s value. Some businesses generate relatively predictable revenue because of recurring customer relationships. Construction companies often don’t. Rather, they depend on

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Russell Knight November 8, 2026
Temporary Maintenance and Prenuptial Agreements in Illinois
Maintenance
Russell Knight

Maintenance and Prenuptial Agreements In An Illinois Divorce

Prenuptial agreements are supposed to guarantee certain outcomes in a possible divorce. In Illinois, prenuptial agreements do a very good job guaranteeing outcomes in regard to denying statutorily required property division in a divorce. Illinois prenuptial agreements are not as effective at guaranteeing a denial of maintenance (formerly known as alimony). When potential clients call

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Russell Knight November 8, 2026
Forensic Accounting In An Illinois Divorce
Marital Property
Russell Knight

When Do You Need A Forensic Accountant In An Illinois Divorce?

Forensic Accountants are necessary in an Illinois divorce when your spouse controls the money and won’t adequately provide documents verifying their income and assets. This scenario is most common when a spouse owns a business, uses cash, or whose financial documents don’t reconcile with each other. What Is A Forensic Accountant In An Illinois Divorce? 

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Russell Knight November 2, 2026
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