Anna Krolikowska

Anna Krolikowska

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Family Law Attorney | Certified Mediator | Collaborative Divorce Professional

Chicago, Illinois | Serving Individuals and Families in Divorce and Family Disputes
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Anna P. Krolikowska is a Chicago-based family law attorney, certified mediator, and collaborative divorce professional who regularly assists clients throughout Chicago and Cook County with divorce mediation and collaborative divorce matters.

Her practice focuses on mediation and collaborative divorce, guiding clients through structured and respectful processes designed to reduce conflict, protect family relationships, and support long-term stability.

Anna is widely recognized for her thoughtful, client-centered approach, helping parties make informed decisions while minimizing the emotional and financial costs often associated with litigation.
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Professional Overview

Anna’s practice is dedicated to helping families resolve divorce and related matters through mediation, collaborative law, and amicable legal representation.

She believes that resolving disputes outside the courtroom often leads to healthier and more sustainable outcomes for families.

Her approach emphasizes:
- Conflict reduction and respectful communication
- Practical, informed decision-making
- Long-term family stability and well-being
- Efficient, settlement-focused resolution
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Neutral Divorce Mediation

As a neutral mediator, Anna facilitates structured discussions between spouses to help them reach voluntary agreements on matters such as:
- Parenting plans and parental responsibilities
- Division of marital assets and debts
- Spousal maintenance and financial arrangements

She prepares a Memorandum of Understanding outlining settlement terms that parties can formalize through their attorneys or the court.
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Collaborative Divorce Representation

As a collaborative divorce attorney, Anna represents one spouse within a structured team-based process designed to resolve disputes without litigation.

The collaborative process may include:
- Collaborative attorneys for each spouse
- Financial neutrals
- Child specialists
- Divorce coaches

This cooperative approach helps families reach durable agreements while avoiding courtroom conflict.
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Legal Counsel in Mediation

Anna also represents individuals who are participating in mediation by:
- Providing independent legal advice
- Reviewing settlement proposals
- Preparing legal documents
- Finalizing agreements through the court system
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Representation in Amicable Divorce

For couples pursuing an uncontested or amicable divorce, Anna assists with:
- Understanding the legal process
- Preparing necessary legal filings
- Efficiently finalizing divorce proceedings
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Mediation and Collaborative Approach

Anna is particularly well suited for individuals and couples who:
- Prefer to resolve divorce outside of court
- Want to maintain civility and cooperation
- Value structured, respectful negotiation
- Seek practical, long-term family solutions

Her work focuses on empowering clients while minimizing unnecessary conflict.

Certifications

  • Certified mediator, 2008
  • Collaborative Law Trained (since 2010)

Areas of Practice

  • Divorce mediation
  • Collaborative divorce
  • Parenting and custody agreements
  • Asset and debt division
  • Amicable divorce proceedings
  • Family dispute resolution

Professional Leadership and Memberships

  • Past President, Illinois State Bar Association (2021–2022)
  • American Bar Association
  • Past Chair of the Board, Illinois State Bar Association, Mutual Insurance Company (2024–2025)
  • Illinois State Delegate to the American Bar Association
  • Executive Council Member, National Conference of Bar Presidents (former)
  • International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
  • Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois

Professional Recognition

  • Best Lawyers in America® — Family Law and Collaborative Law (2023–2026)
  • Illinois Super Lawyers® (2019–2026)
  • Leading Lawyers — Chicago Daily Law Bulletin (2021–2026)
  • Chicago Daily Law Bulletin “Salute to Women in Law” Honoree (2021)
  • 40 Under Forty — Chicago Daily Law Bulletin (2019)

Education

  • Loyola University Chicago School of Law, J.D., 2006 Honors
  • Loyola University Chicago, B.A. (magna cum laude)

Languages

  • English
  • Polish

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