Hickory Hills Divorce Attorneys
While Illinois couples are no longer required to provide proof of fault in order to legally end a marriage, obtaining a divorce remains a complicated endeavor, as it requires compliance with a host of legal rules and procedures, as well as the negotiation or litigation of a wide range of issues. Having an attorney on your side who can help you throughout this process can play a critical role in the outcome of your own divorce, so if you have questions about dissolving your marriage, you should strongly consider contacting a team of experienced Hickory Hills divorce attorneys who can advise you and protect your interests throughout the proceedings.Â
Equitably Dividing Marital Property
Marital property is made up of all of the assets acquired by either party during the course of a marriage, including:
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- Real estate;
- Vehicles;
- Bank accounts;
- Stocks and investments;
- Retirement and pension plans; and
- Personal possessions.Â
The only exceptions to this rule apply to gifts, assets that were inherited by one spouse during the marriage, and any property excluded by a premarital agreement. Otherwise, an asset will be considered marital and so must be divided equitably between the spouses upon dissolving the marriage. What constitutes an equitable or fair division of these assets can be difficult to determine and requires an assessment of a number of factors, including:
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- Each party’s contributions in acquiring the property;
- Each party’s financial circumstances, including their access to separate property;
- The likelihood that the parties will acquire assets in the future;Â
- The duration of the marriage; and
- Plans regarding the allocation of assets to any of the couple’s children.
Besides being used to divide marital assets, these factors are also assessed when determining how to divide marital debt, which includes all debts incurred by either party during the marriage. Â
Spousal Maintenance
Another issue that must be addressed before an Illinois divorce can be finalized is whether one of the parties will be required to provide spousal maintenance to the other upon divorce. When determining whether alimony is appropriate in a specific case, courts will look primarily at the parties’ net incomes, as well as each spouse’s job history and employability. In the event that one of the parties is ordered to make alimony payments, the court will also decide what form those payments will take and how long they must be paid. These determinations will vary depending on the circumstances of the case. If, for example, one spouse was primarily responsible for performing childcare duties, enabling the other spouse to work, the latter could be required to provide the former with some financial support until that individual is able to obtain enough training or education to improve his or her employment prospects.Â
Call Today for Help with Your Case
If you and your spouse are contemplating divorce, you need the advice of an experienced attorney. Please call the team of Hickory Hills divorce attorneys at Law Office of Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd. to learn more. We offer initial consultations free of charge, so please don’t hesitate to call or contact us online today.Â
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This place is 1000% recommendable! So far the process has been super smooth and easy to deal with. They placed all my worries out the window and I've slept better knowing they are on my team. Currently in tears knowing I'll be able to resolve this but sad that it's never going to be the family I thought I could have had. It's ok though, it's time to move forward. Thanks DnD.
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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.