Krista Carls

Krista Carls is a family law attorney at Keller Legal Services, who has helped litigants in complex family cases for nearly 30 years. Her work focuses on divorce, allocation of parental responsibilities, orders of protection, parentage, and abuse and neglect matters. She appears often in Kane, DuPage, Will, Kendall, and LaSalle counties. Clients facing major family changes need steady guidance, clear planning, and strong court skills. Krista brings those qualities to each case while helping people protect their rights and make informed choices during serious transitions.

Krista earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She later earned her J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law, graduating with honors. During law school, she received highest honors for her work in trial advocacy and Moot Court. That training helped build the courtroom skills and legal judgment needed for contested family law cases. Her education also supports her ability to prepare careful arguments, review detailed facts, and explain legal options in clear terms.

Krista has built a law career centered on families, children, and people facing difficult court issues. In divorce matters, she helps clients address property, support, parenting time, and future planning. In custody and allocation cases, she works to protect parental rights while keeping the child’s needs in focus. She also assists people seeking protection from abuse, handling parentage concerns, or responding to abuse and neglect claims. Her experience across many counties helps her understand local court practices and case demands before each hearing or negotiation begins.

Krista Carls helps people by giving practical advice, preparing each case with care, and standing as a strong advocate when disputes reach court. Family law clients often face stress, fear, and uncertainty. She helps them understand the process, avoid mistakes, and take steps that support their goals. Her nearly three decades of work show a steady commitment to skilled advocacy, strategic planning, and professional service for Illinois families at every difficult legal stage.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Keller Legal Services
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Chicago-Kent College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Illinois
  Undergraduate

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