Bruckner Family Law LLC

Bruckner
Family Law LLC

Respectful. Reliable. Resourceful.

Helping families navigate change with clarity, respect, and future-focused solutions.

Guiding Families Toward Resolution

At Bruckner Family Law LLC, we focus on mediation and collaborative family law
to help you navigate divorce and custody matters with confidence.

Every family is different. The path forward should reflect that. We offer thoughtful process options to help you reach the right legal solutions for your family.

Calm Guidance

To help you determine which process option is best for your family

Clear Strategy

Throughout your process for resolving family disputes respectfully and peacefully

Strong Outcomes

To allow you to move forward with agreements tailored to your family.

Years of Experience

About Sandra

Peacemaker. Respected. Trusted.

For nearly four decades, I have worked with individuals and families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

I believe that conflict can be resolved in ways that preserves respect and promotes healing. Families can transition forward without unnecessary destruction. Children can be protected from ongoing conflict. Peace of mind is possible.

In my office, I keep a reminder of who I strive to be: “Kind Heart. Fierce Mind. Brave Spirit.” That philosophy guides every client relationship and every case I handle.

How We Can Help,
one family at a time

We offer process options designed for your unique family. Whether through collaborative methods, negotiated settlement, or other structured approaches, we work together to create solutions for your family.

Mediation

Private or Court appointed sessions helping parties to resolve disputes amicably and efficiently with a neutral mediator

Collaborative Divorce

A Divorce Process helping a party to negotiate agreements respectfully outside of court.

Uncontested Divorce

A Simple and efficient process for couples agreeing on key issues

Limited Scope Services

Legal help focused on specific case parts, saving time and money

Other Legal Services

Consultations, agreements, uncontested adoptions, and additional family law support offered

Whether through collaborative methods, negotiated settlement, or other structured approaches, I work with your family to create solutions that:

Process Options Designed for Families To:

What Clients Say About Me

Sandi, I want to thank you for all you did for me. I so appreciate all the support you gave to me throughout my divorce. Your professionalism and guidance helped me move past a very difficult time in my life. I am in a much better place because of you. I wish you much success in helping others work out their issues.

M.S.

I was very fortunate to have Sandi as my attorney. Going through the process of divorce I was very nervous and anxious, Sandi really helped me and made everything so much easier by explaining in a way that I was able to understand. I felt that she really cared about me and had my best interest in mind. Thank you Sandi for everything that you did for me.

Y.O.

The best of the best here. True professionals that are expedient, effective, and helped me stay within my financial lane. Attorney Bruckner’s ability to very quickly close out my case was remarkable. No nickel and dime games with this legal firm. If you need the best representation, this is the only team to call.

A.L.

I met with Sandi Bruckner. She was wonderful. Very smart and knowledgeable. She took her time to explain things and was able to negotiate very effectively.

M.O.

I cannot speak highly enough of Sandra Bruckner. During one of the most difficult and complicated experiences of my life, Sandra provided empathetic and comprehensive counsel, for which I will be forever grateful.

D.K.

Sandi was wonderful to work with as my divorce attorney. She was helpful, thoughtful and thorough. She helped to make the divorce process as smooth as possible. She’s honest, reliable and reasonable.

K.P.

Sandi may handle a lot of cases as other lawyers do, but unlike those other lawyers, she will actually pay attention to and remember the details of your case. She is also really good at math and with financials. If a family lawyer isn’t good at those things, it can dramatically increase the costs of a divorce in a way that can affect you for years.

R.M.

Sandi is a fabulous attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and empathetic. She worked diligently to thoroughly review the details of my case. Sandi listened carefully to my story. She clarified information and put me at ease at a very stressful time in my life. I highly recommend this practice.

L.G.

Sandi joined my divorce case a bit into the process. She got up to speed quickly and continued with that intensity through to the end. I appreciated her candor and willingness to let me navigate the financial aspects of the discovery process. I absolutely felt like part of my legal team rather than a bystander. Sandi has a great ability to see all the sides of a situation and consider them, even when they weren't in my favor. I had input in every decision.

J.M.

Memberships and Associations

Illinois State Bar
Association (ISBA)

Kane County Bar Association (KCBA)

Judicial Evaluation Committee
(2021–Present)

DeKalb County Bar Association (DCBA)

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP)

Collaborative Divorce
Illinois (CDI)

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC)

Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful answers to common questions about family law, mediation, and divorce services.

What is family law mediation?

Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party (the mediator) helps people talk through their disagreements and reach their own mutually agreeable solutions rather than having a judge decide for them.

What is collaborative divorce?

Collaborative divorce is a legal process where both spouses work with their collaboratively trained attorneys to resolve disputes respectfully and reach agreements without litigation.

What is an uncontested divorce?

An uncontested divorce occurs when both spouses agree on major issues such as property division, child custody, and support, allowing the divorce to proceed faster and with fewer legal costs.

What is a parenting plan?

A parenting plan is a written agreement that outlines how parents will share responsibilities, decision-making, and parenting time after separation or divorce.

Do I need a lawyer for mediation?

While mediation does not always require lawyers during the sessions, many individuals choose to consult an attorney to understand their legal rights and responsibilities and to review agreements reached in mediation.

How long does the divorce process take?

The length of the divorce process varies depending on the complexity of the case and whether both parties can reach agreements through mediation or collaborative methods.

Let’s Talk

If you are facing a transition in your family, you do not have to navigate it alone. Let’s have a conversation about the options available to you and your family.

Phone

630-400-7805

Email

sandra@brucknerfamilylaw.com

Address

139 S. Sacramento Street
Sycamore, IL 60178