Palos Hills Divorce Lawyers
At the Law Office of Demetrios N. Dalmares & Associates, Ltd, our Palos Hills divorce lawyers are trustworthy, solutions-oriented professionals. We are committed to aggressively protecting your family law rights and your best interests every step of the way. If you are getting ready to separate from your spouse, our legal team is here to help. Please contact us today for a confidential consultation with an Illinois divorce attorney.
An Overview of Divorce in Illinois
Divorce is far from rare, and tens of thousands of married couples split in Illinois each year. Of course, that knowledge does not make it any easier to end a marriage. You need to know your rights, responsibilities, and how divorce works in Illinois. Here are five key things to understand if you are preparing for a divorce in Palos Hills:
- Every Divorce is a No-Fault Divorce: Fault-based divorces are no longer allowed in Illinois. Every divorce in Illinois is now a no-fault divorce.
- A 90-Day Residency Requirement to File: You should file for divorce in the proper county court. At least one spouse must be an Illinois resident for a minimum of 90 days.
- Divorce May be Contested or Uncontested: There are two categories of divorce. A contested divorce is one that goes to litigation. An uncontested divorce is one that is settled. Most divorces are (eventually) uncontested divorces.
- Your Marital Property is Divided Equitably: Illinois is an equitable distribution state for marital property. Your marital property will be split “fairly”—which might not be 50/50.
- Child Custody Falls Under the Best Interests of the Child Standard: If you have kids under 18, custody and visitation (allocation of parental rights, responsibilities, and parenting time) will be an issue in your divorce. Any dispute about custody falls under the Illinois best interests of the child standard.
How Palos Hills Divorce Attorney Demetrios N. Dalmares Can Help
Our founding attorney Demetrios N. Dalmares has three decades of experience providing reliable divorce and family law representation in Illinois. Our firm will put the time, energy, and attention to detail to handle your case the right way. Among other things, our Palos Hills divorce lawyer is prepared to:
- Hear your story and answer questions about the divorce process;
- Gather the documents, records, and other information to support your case;
- Handle all of the divorce paperwork and other legal documents;
- Advocate for you in any divorce settlement discussions; and
- Develop a personalized strategy to aggressively protect your best interests.
Contact Our Palos Hills Divorce Lawyer Today
At the Law Office of Demetrios N. Dalmares & Associates, Ltd, our Palos Hills divorce attorney has the professional skills and legal experience to protect your rights. If you are preparing for divorce, we can help. Call us now or connect with us online to set up a strictly confidential case review. We provide family law representation in Palos Hills and throughout Cook County.
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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
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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.
