Divorce Lawyers Near Me
Officially ending a marriage requires that couples contend with a host of related legal issues. For instance, divorcing couples must fairly divide marital assets and debts, determine who will retain ownership of the family home, decide whether one party is entitled to alimony, and come up with a parenting plan if the couple shares children. Resolving these issues can be a complex process, especially for those without legal representation, so if you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, it is critical to speak with experienced Illinois divorce lawyers near me who can walk you through the filing process.Â
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce
A divorce can either be contested or uncontested, with the former referring to a divorce in which the parties do not agree on one or more related legal issues, including:
- Who will retain the couple’s home;
- Who will be responsible for paying marital debt;
- How the couple’s marital assets will be distributed upon divorce;
- Whether one of the parties is entitled to spousal maintenance payments and if so, how long those payments should, and what form they will take; and
- How parenting time and decision-making responsibility for any children will be allocated.Â
Many couples are able to reach an agreement on these issues in an out-of-court setting and thus avoid litigating the matters in court. These are known as uncontested divorces and they tend to be resolved much more quickly than litigated divorces, which can take months or even years to finalize.Â
When a couple cannot come up with a reasonable arrangement, however, a judge will need to step in and make the decision on the parties’ behalf. This is known as a contested divorce and requires that the parties attend a number of hearings and present arguments to a judge. Contested divorces are notorious for being more contentious, time-consuming, and expensive than uncontested divorces.Â
Filing for Divorce
Regardless of whether a divorce is contested or uncontested, the parties involved will only be eligible if one of the parties has resided in the state for at least 90 days. Those who fail to satisfy this requirement could end up delaying their divorce by weeks or even months.Â
Once a couple has satisfied these filing requirements, they will need to provide evidence that their marriage has become irretrievably broken due to irreconcilable differences and that reconciliation is not possible or would not be in the family’s best interests. Proof that a couple has been living separate and apart for the last six months is usually enough to satisfy this burden.
Call Today for Help With Your Case
If you have questions or concerns about filing for divorce in Illinois, please contact the experienced divorce lawyers near me at Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd.. Â We can be reached by phone or by sending an email to info@www.dalmareslaw.com. We offer initial consultations free of charge, so call or contact us online at your earliest convenience.
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Success Stories
Wife Seeks Unreasonable Share of Business Assets During Divorce
In a case where Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Husband: Couple shared ownership in a business, resulting in complex property division issues. After investigation of the couple’s financial history, our client received a much more equitable divorce agreement than what was originally offered.
Mother Requests Limited Parental Rights for Father with Violent Past
In a case where Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Mother: Father became aggressive and violent toward Mother during their separation, prompting her to seek full custody of their children. At trial, the court granted Father supervised parenting time only and Mother was awarded child support.
Bitter Divorce Drawn Out by Poor Representation Until Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. Gets Involved
In a case where Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Husband: Couple had been locked in a contentious divorce for nearly three years and changed lawyers several times. Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. provided the experience and organization needed to resolve the case within months, avoiding a trial for our client.
Husband Tries to Avoid Spousal Support Based on Outdated Earning Potential
In a case where Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Wife: Wife left a successful career to raise children. When Husband denied spousal support based on Wife’s previous earnings, Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. countered with evidence that retraining was needed, and our client was awarded spousal support.
Husband Insists on Taking Divorce to Trial
In a case where Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Wife: Husband tried to intimidate Wife into a divorce settlement that heavily favored his interests by drawing out the case. Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Wife through trial, where she received an equitable share of marital assets.
Father Granted Child Support Adjustment Due to Mother’s Cohabitation
In a case where Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. represented Father: Mother began cohabitating with a new partner who made significantly more than our client. Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. successfully demonstrated that the new relationship justified a modification and obtained a favorable outcome through negotiation.
