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When mothers file for divorce, child custody issues are a top concern. Our lawyers focus on and advocate for mothers’ rights.
Whatever the circumstance, parental responsibilities can still be allocated, and both parents can share important decision-making responsibilities and parenting time.
After years or sometimes decades of marriage, elements of a divorce, such as the division of marital property, can become quite complicated.
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Property division is a major issue that must be resolved when filing for a divorce in Illinois. Getting your fair share in a settlement plays an important role in your divorce recovery. At the Women’s Divorce & Family Law Group, we help ensure you get your fair share.
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When dealing with property division and other important divorce-related matters, you need an experienced Illinois divorce attorney on your side. Under the Illinois Statutes (750 ILCS 5/503), all property and assets earned, acquired, or otherwise accumulated over the course of your marriage are divided on an equitable basis. This means that rather than splitting everything 50/50, the goal is to reach a fair and reasonable arrangement. Factors that influence the amount you may be entitled to in property division include:
When filing for a divorce through the Cook County Circuit Court or other jurisdictions throughout Illinois, you will be required to submit an inventory of all marital property and assets. It is important to be thorough in creating this inventory, as it will impact your rights throughout your divorce and in property division proceedings.
At the Women’s Divorce and Family Law Group, our Illinois divorce and property division attorneys guide you through the process. The following are key items to include:
You can count on The Women’s Divorce and Family Law Group to guide you through marital property division and other important divorce-related proceedings. For help in getting the maximum amount you are entitled to in your divorce settlement, call or contact our Illinois divorce and property division attorneys online and request a consultation today.
Your home will be divided under Illinois’ equitable distribution laws, resulting in a fair arrangement rather than an automatic 50/50 split. You have several options:
Factors such as your children’s needs, your financial situation, and who contributed to the mortgage payments will influence the decision.
Generally, student loans taken before marriage remain the borrower’s responsibility. However, loans acquired during marriage may be considered marital debt. Key factors include:
Illinois courts examine each situation individually to determine fair allocation.
Start by gathering all financial documents and creating a complete inventory of assets and debts. Important steps include:
Working with a skilled attorney is crucial to protecting your interests throughout divorce proceedings.
Yes, couples can reach agreements through alternative methods like mediation or collaborative law. These approaches often save time and money while allowing more control over outcomes. Any agreement must be:
Many couples successfully resolve property division through negotiation rather than litigation.
Property division orders are generally final and cannot be changed. Unlike child support or custody arrangements, asset division creates permanent transfers of ownership. Limited exceptions may apply in cases involving:
Time limits apply for challenging property division, making prompt action critical if issues arise.
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