ATTORNEYS
JUSTIN M. HASTINGS
MANAGING PARTNER
Justin has quickly built a reputation as a formidable litigator in the legal community as he tirelessly and zealously represents his clients. In early 2019, Justin was promoted to managing partner and soon after took over his predecessor’s firm. He considers his role as an attorney to not only be an advocate for his clients, but also for the community by bringing passion and strong ethical fortitude to the practice of law. Justin also practices as a mediator and guardian ad litem while championing alternative dispute resolution. When not practicing law, Justin enjoys spending time coaching youth football and baseball.
EDUCATION:
Northern Illinois University College of Law, J.D. & Certificate in Civil Advocacy, 2016
DePaul University, B.A. Philosophy & Sociology, 2013
William Rainey Harper College, A.A., 2011
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS:
Illinois State Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
Kane County Bar Association
McHenry County Bar Association
PRACTICE AREAS: Family Law, Mediation, Guardian Ad Litem & Child Advocacy, Real Estate, Landlord/Tenant, Foreclosures, Estate Planning
BRYAN D. SULLIVAN
PARTNER
Bryan takes pride in his attention to detail and work product. With a decade of experience in the courtroom, Bryan is a seasoned trial attorney. He is a strong advocate who strives to achieve the best possible results for his clients, whether through settlement or trial. Bryan believes that a skilled litigator must master the rules of civil procedure and evidence. A native of McHenry County, IL, Bryan enjoys outdoor activities and playing guitar in his spare time.
EDUCATION:
University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., 2011
University of Iowa, B.A., 2006
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS:
Illinois State Bar Association
McHenry County Bar Association
PRACTICE AREAS: Divorce, Paternity, Orders of Protection, Appeals, Criminal Defense, Probate & Guardianship, Adoptions, Civil Litigation
PUBLICATIONS:
Taming the Guessing Game: Child Support and Variable Income, 107 Ill. B.J. 38 (2019)
Note, Reconciling the Terms and Spirit of the Law: Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives and the FLSA Outside-Sales Exemption, 96 Iowa L Rev. 1429 (2011)
SUPPORT STAFF
NANCY RAMIREZ - BLANCAS
PARALEGAL (Habla Español)
Nancy Ramirez - Blancas was born in México and has been working as a paralegal since 2021. She is a DACA recipient and passionate about U.S. immigration politics and immigrant rights. Her activism in these areas has led her to be awarded by Senator Scott Bennett, the 2017 Immigrant Welcome Award for Student Leadership. Nancy is also the co-founder of I-CAUSE (Illinois-Coalition Assisting Undocumented Students' Education). She is currently involved in service and advocacy organizations that work in solidarity with the undocumented community, focusing primarily on equal secondary educational opportunities for student for which she spends most of her free time. She has worked hard to educate University students, staff, and community members about issues of immigration such as DACA/undocumented students, and educational access. She looks forward to becoming a furture law student and pursuing her dream of becoming an attorney.
EDUCATION:
William Rainey Harper College - Associate in Arts Degree
The University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign- Undergraduate Studies
The University of Illinois in Chicago - Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science In Liberal Arts and Sciences Focus: Pre-Law & Psychology
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS: American Psychological Association and Phi Theta Kappa
PRACTICE AREAS: Family Law, Criminal Law, Guardianship, Bankruptcy, and DUI & Traffic