Palos Heights Family Law Attorneys

Item: Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd
Rating: 5
Author: Edmond Hanley,Google Review

Divorce can be one of the most complicated experiences in your life. Even when spouses can agree to terms, when it comes to property division or the allocation of parental responsibilities, divorce is an emotionally challenging experience involving numerous complicated aspects of the law. Our

Palos Heights Family Law Attorneys are here to help you throughout the process and will uphold your wishes to the best of our abilities.

How can Palos Heights Family Law Attorneys assist you through a divorce?

The Illinois divorce process can be complex, and it is essential to understand the different steps involved before beginning the process. An experienced Palos Heights family law attorney can help you navigate the process.

From property division to parental responsibilities, our lawyers have experience helping our clients navigate the complicated waters of divorce. We understand this is a difficult time for couples and will do everything in our power to uphold your rights and produce the best possible outcome for your situation.

What is the divorce process in Illinois?

Below is a brief overview of the divorce process in Illinois. Our Palos Heights Family Law Attorneys can help you with the following steps:

Filing for divorce: The first step in getting divorced in Illinois is filing a petition for marriage dissolution with the circuit court in the county where either spouse resides.
Service of process: Once the petition has been filed, it must be served on the other spouse. Serving petitions can be done by mailing the documents to the spouse’s last known address or having a sheriff’s deputy hand-deliver them.
Waiting period: There is a mandatory waiting period of 60 days after filing before a divorce can be finalized in Illinois. During this time, spouses have an opportunity to reconcile if they choose to do so. If not, the divorce will proceed after the waiting period ends.
Property division: One of the most important aspects of getting divorced is dividing marital property between spouses. Illinois is an equitable distribution state, meaning property should be divided fairly between spouses but not necessarily evenly. A judge will consider several factors when deciding how to divide property, including each spouse’s financial needs and contributions to the marriage.
Allocation of parental responsibilities: If minor children are involved in the divorce, parents must make decisions about child custody and visitation schedules. In Illinois, there is a presumption that it is in the children’s best interests to have joint legal custody, which means that both parents have equal rights and responsibilities in making decisions about their children’s welfare.

However, this does not necessarily imply that parenting time would be equally divided between parents; each parent must have significant involvement in their children’s lives. A judge will consider many factors when deciding parenting time, including each parent’s work schedule and physical proximity to the children’s home.

Contact Palos Heights Family Law Attorneys to help with your family law case

If you are considering a divorce, you must have an experienced lawyer who can guide you through the process. We understand that every case is unique, and we will work hard to get you the best possible outcome.

We want to help you achieve your goals and desired outcomes during this difficult time. We know that getting a divorce can be challenging, but we are here to help. Contact our law office today to talk about your situation.

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Client Reviews

Chester G.

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.

Jean C.

Demetrios saw my case to the end. Great outcome! Justice prevailed!

Kay L

I would absolutely recommend Demetrios to anyone! He is all for his clients and most importantly honest. He helped me deal with a very difficult situation and got me what I deserved. I already have referred a few people to him and each one so far is very satisfied and happy with their results.

Kim K-I

Demetrios is honestly the best attorney to help through any divorce situation or custody battle. He will go above and beyond to make sure to guide you through it all. I have referred many people to him, and every person has been more than impressed. I even referred someone that needed immediate attention after hours, and he contacted her right away! I can promise you one thing he knows his stuff, and you won’t be disappointed!

Jenna

Demetri is extremely knowledgeable and confident In what he does. He is everything I searched for in a lawyer, I thank him for his determination and courage. I don’t see many lawyers leveling up with him in court, wouldn’t have wanted anyone else by my side during such a tough time.

Edmond

Demetrios is at the top of his profession. The combination of his knowledge and experience along with his experienced and dedicated staff guided me through my legal needs in a timely and compassionate manner. Certainly a monumental task during a pandemic. Thank you, Demetrios.

Murad

Super professional legal services law office. Highly strong communication skills and clients representation. Point-oriented legal path and service. More specifically, I had a very good experience upon hiring and dealing with Attorney Demetrios Dalmares as he understood all I wanted and walked me through all details required to achieve the desired goals with minimal losses. Good job Demetrios! Highly recommended. Good luck and will definitely refer if asked. Thank you

Thank you

Demetrios, I cannot thank you enough for you diligence, patience, knowledge, concern and determination to represent my best interest. From the bottom of my heart, you are amazing and thank you for all you have done for me. Robin

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.