Balancing the Scales LLC is a dedicated family law firm based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in compassionate and expert legal guidance through life’s most challenging transitions. Led by Attorney LaKeyah Scales, the firm stands out for its personalized approach, deep commitment to client well-being, and strong roots in the local community.
The firm’s practice is built on a foundation of empathy, professionalism, and extensive experience in family law. Attorney Scales, a distinguished graduate of DePaul University College of Law and a recipient of the Schiller Ducanto and Fleck Family Law Fellowship, brings both academic excellence and hands-on courtroom experience to each case. She also serves as a Court-Appointed Guardian ad Litem, Child Representative, and Attorney for the Child, advocating tirelessly for the best interests of children in complex family matters. The firm primarily serves individuals and families navigating divorce, adoption, child custody, and other sensitive legal issues.
Services Offered
- Divorce (including asset division, spousal support, and parenting arrangements)
- Child Support (establishing and modifying support orders)
- Adoption (agency, private, stepparent, and relative adoptions)
- Guardianship (for minors, elderly family members, or individuals with disabilities)
- Maintenance (spousal support guidance and litigation)
- Orders of Protection (in cases of domestic violence, harassment, or threats)
- Legal Name Changes
- Allocation of Parental Responsibilities
Proudly serving Chicago, Illinois, Balancing the Scales LLC offers services in English and is deeply engaged in local bar associations, including the Illinois State Bar Association and Cook County Bar Association. Attorney Scales’ background as a corporate litigation paralegal and her academic focus on child and family law further enhance the firm’s ability to deliver thoughtful, effective representation.
