About Shaw Sanders, P.C.

Shaw Sanders, P.C. is a respected St. Charles, Illinois law firm dedicated to providing professional and compassionate representation in divorce and family law matters. The firm focuses on understanding each client’s unique situation while offering practical legal guidance, strong advocacy, and personalized strategies designed to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Shaw Sanders, P.C., is known for its client-centered approach built on listening, communication, and thoughtful legal planning. The attorneys take time to understand clients’ goals and concerns, tailoring legal strategies that reflect their priorities while navigating the emotional and complex challenges often associated with family law disputes.

Shaw Sanders, P.C., represents clients in a wide range of divorce and family law matters, including child custody and allocation of parental responsibilities, child support, spousal maintenance, parenting time, property division, and post-divorce modifications. The firm handles both straightforward cases and highly complex financial disputes involving substantial assets.

Shaw Sanders, P.C., benefits from the extensive experience of attorney Matt Shaw, who has practiced family law in Illinois for more than three decades. He has authored key legal publications, including contributions to the Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Handbook, demonstrating his deep knowledge and leadership in family law.

Shaw Sanders, P.C., works to resolve disputes efficiently whenever possible through negotiation and mediation, helping clients avoid unnecessary conflict and legal expenses. When litigation becomes necessary, the firm provides strong courtroom advocacy focused on protecting clients’ rights and achieving fair, effective resolutions.

Shaw Sanders, P.C. proudly serves clients throughout Kane County and surrounding areas, including Geneva, Batavia, Aurora, Elgin, and other communities across Northern Illinois. The firm is committed to providing responsive service, clear communication, and dependable legal support during some of life’s most important and challenging moments.

Practice Areas

Family Law
  • Adoption
  • Civil Union Dissolution
  • Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection
  • Legal Separation
  • Paternity
  • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
  • Alimony / Maintenance
  • Child Custody / Allocation of Parental Responsibilities
  • Parenting Agreements
  • Child Support
  • High Income Child Support and Deviations
  • Change in Venue or Jurisdiction
  • College Expenses
  • Allocation of Debt
  • High Asset Divorce
  • Business Valuations
  • Protecting Family Owned Businesses and Professional Practices
  • Forensic Accounting and Hidden Assets
  • The Stay at Home Parent and Divorce
  • Post-Divorce Modifications
  • Post-Divorce Enforcement and Contempt of Court
  • Orders for Withholding, Garnishments and Arrearages
  • Property Division
  • Retirement Assets in Divorce
  • Pension Valuations and QDROs
  • Relocation of Residential Parent and Child
  • Tax Implications of Divorce
  • Uncontested Divorce
  • Visitation and Parenting Time
  • Mediation

Fees

  • Free Consultation

Office location for Shaw Sanders, P.C.

Shaw Sanders, P.C.

555 S Randall Rd STE 105, St. Charles, IL 60174