David Louis

David M. Louis is a Family & Divorce Mediator and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, with offices in Chicago and Northbrook, IL. David believes divorcing couples face challenges that can be addressed in a setting outside the courtroom, where they will avoid the elongated battle, the anguish of court proceedings and the expense associated with it.

David offers a safe and neutral setting for divorcing couples to develop their own, mutually agreed upon plan for your future. One that protects the children from the negative impacts of divorce, their financial security, and their wellbeing. His expertise assists with:

• Parenting plans
• Division of property
• Debts
• Financial support

Separation creates challenges for couples transitioning out of a marital economic partnership into maintaining two households. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, David assists both spouses to achieve a common understanding of their financial circumstances. By establishing this framework there is greater chance for parting couples to negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement.

As a financial specialist for more than 45 years, David began his career in public finance after receiving his B.S. in Accounting and master’s in public administration. He then trained as a Mediator in 2006 and founded his divorce mediation practice in 2010. He then trained as a Collaborative Divorce Professional and became a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst in 2012. His family practice includes:

• Divorce mediation
• Divorce financial analysis
• Family and parental planning
• Collaborative practice

Additionally, David expertise serves civil matters that include:

• Workplace disputes
• Elder care decision making
• Community and neighbor disputes
• Conflict coaching

Alternative Option: Relationship Mediation

If facing relationship struggles but want to stay together, David can apply many of the same mediation principles to help you resolve financial, communication and child-rearing issues.

David works out of his Chicago office and serves clients in Upstate New York via video conferencing.