Pricing
Flat fees, published up front
Know the cost before you start. Pick the service that matches your situation.
Any state
Pet Custody Mediation: Standard
$795
per case — split $397.50 each, or one party pays
A separate 20-minute intake call with each person, up to 3 hours of joint video mediation, and a written summary of agreed terms.
For: Couples or ex-partners in any state who are both willing to talk
Start mediationAny state
Pet Custody Mediation: Complex
$1,395
per case
Everything in Standard, plus up to 6 hours of session time across two sessions.
For: 3+ animals, shared vet or boarding costs, or a pet dispute tied to other property
Request complex mediationIllinois
Dog Return Demand Letter (Illinois)
$165
Attorney-drafted demand letter on firm letterhead, sent by certified mail and email.
For: Someone whose ex, roommate, or family member is keeping their pet
Get my dog backIllinois
Illinois Pet Custody Agreement
$500
Attorney-drafted agreement covering ownership, schedule, costs, relocation, and dispute resolution.
For: Unmarried couples, roommates, or co-owners who want it in writing
Get my agreementIllinois
Pet Recovery Lawsuit (Illinois small claims, no trial)
$1,150
+ court costs
Replevin/detinue complaint, service, hearing prep, and settlement negotiation.
For: The other side ignored the demand letter
Request a consultIllinois
Pet Trust (Illinois)
$850
Stand-alone pet trust naming a caretaker, a funding amount, and care instructions.
For: Pet owners planning ahead
Start my pet trustIllinois
Will Package with Pet Provisions (Illinois)
$850
Will, powers of attorney, and pet care and caretaker provisions.
For: Pet owners who need a will
Start my will packageIllinois
Illinois divorce involving a pet
Quote after consult
Allocation of the pet under 750 ILCS 5/503(n) as part of the full divorce.
For: Married Illinois residents
Request a consultPayment terms
Fees of $500 or less are paid in full at checkout. Above $500: 50% at signing (capped at $2,000), with the balance in 3 monthly payments or through Affirm. Court costs are always billed at cost. Additional mediation time is $175/hr, billed in 6-minute increments.
What are court costs?
Filing, service, and similar fees charged by the court or sheriff. They're passed through at cost, never marked up.
Conflict check and refunds
Work begins only after a conflict check clears. If we can't take your matter, your payment is refunded in full. Mediation refunds if the other person never joins are described in the mediation agreement.
Need help with a dog, cat, or companion animal dispute?
Call 312-270-1405 now, or pick the path that fits your situation.
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Disclaimer
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading this page, submitting a form, or contacting Tanner-Flomberg Law Group does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary by state and change over time, and how a law applies depends on the specific facts of your situation. Do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read here — consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.