O. Long Law News & Media

2025
Olivia will join the CBA LGBTQIA+ Committee for a discussion on key legal and practical issues affecting LGBTQIA+ families.

Olivia St. Clair Long is a panelist on the Chicago Bar Association’s LGBTQIA+ Committee Virtual CLE on LGBTQIA+ Family Law. The panel will discuss key issues affecting LGBTQIA+ families including adoption, surrogacy, parental rights, same-sex marriage and divorce, and offer practical guidance for attorneys serving diverse clients.

Olivia judges the opening rounds of the University of Chicago’s Hinton Moot Court.

Olivia is thrilled to return to her alma mater, the University of Chicago Law School, to serve as a judge on the Hinton Moot Court’s fall round. Back in 2008, Olivia was Hinton Moot Court semi-finalist, and in 2009, she co-chaired the committee that administered the Hinton Moot Court, which trains the next generation of appellate advocates.

Olivia St. Clair Long named an Elite Lawyer for 2025

Evanston Family Law attorney Olivia St. Clair Long has been recognized as an Elite Lawyer. Only the most outstanding and experienced attorneys receive the Elite Lawyer Award.

The Elite Lawyer Award is a prestigious honor that recognizes an attorney’s achievements, skills, and experience in their areas of practice.

Olivia is a leading Family Law attorney in Illinois.

Olivia St. Clair Long was featured in a New Member Spotlight to celebrate her joining the Women and Law Committee of the Illinois State Bar

M.K. Clayton named to the Chicago Bar Associations’ Adoption Law Committee

O.Long Law, LLC proudly sponsors Downtown Evanston’s Thursday Night Market
Olivia has joined the board of the Lilac Tree Divorce Resources

Olivia has joined the Board of Directors for The Lilac Tree, an Evanston-based nonprofit dedicated to providing support, education, and resources to women and others navigating divorce. Learn more about their mission here: thelilactree.org/about-us

Olivia St. Clair Long Appointed to Newly Established Cook County Parenting Coordinator List

Chicago, IL — O. Long Law, LLC is proud to announce that its founder and principal attorney, Olivia St. Clair Long, has been named to the newly established list of Parenting Coordinators for Cook County, Illinois. This prestigious appointment underscores Olivia’s commitment to family law and her deep investment in the well-being of children and families navigating complex legal processes.

Parenting Coordinators are court-appointed professionals who help parents implement and adhere to parenting plans, facilitating communication and reducing tension to ensure decisions are made in the best interest of the child. Cook County’s formation of this official list marks a new chapter in its dedication to collaborative conflict resolution in family law, and Olivia is honored to be recognized for this role.

This new designation complements Olivia’s existing service as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Cook County, where she represents the best interests of children in contested custody and visitation cases. Her dual roles as GAL and Parenting Coordinator allow her to provide comprehensive, child-centered support across a broader range of family dynamics.

Olivia St. Clair Long is a dedicated family law attorney known for her thoughtful advocacy and comprehensive approach to resolving sensitive family matters. Through her practice at O. Long Law, LLC, she provides a range of services including divorce representation, custody and parenting time advocacy, mediation, and Guardian ad Litem work. Olivia’s focus is always on achieving balanced outcomes that protect children’s best interests while helping families navigate periods of transition with clarity and care.

For more information about Parenting Coordinators and their role within the court system, please visit the Cook County Domestic Relations Division website. For more information about Olivia St. Clair Long or O. Long Law, LLC, please visit https://olonglaw.com/.

Opening night of WCE Revue

Other show dates are 3/7-3/8 and 3/13-3/15

Olivia St. Clair Long on 15 Minutes: Share Your Voice

Olivia St. Clair Long, recently sat down with 15 Minutes: Share Your Voice to talk about something close to her heart—building a family law practice that truly makes a difference. In this episode, Olivia shares her journey, the challenges she’s faced, and the impact of advocating for families during some of the most difficult times in their lives.

Tune in now to hear Olivia’s story and her thoughts on what it really takes to grow a purpose-driven law practice. Listen here.