Lisle Divorce Attorneys

Dedicated Marriage Dissolution Lawyers Advocating for You

Getting divorced can be draining in many ways. There are often a lot of intense emotions surrounding this legal process, because it is far more than a routine legal proceeding. It is generally a major life change for the parties involved. You may now need to take on tasks your spouse used to perform, whether that means learning to cook or rejoining the workforce. If you have children, you must help them adjust to the changes in routine while also adjusting to co-parenting yourself. It is important to be represented by an attorney you can trust to always stand up for your best interests, whether you choose to resolve your case in court or through mediation.

SpyratosDavis LLC can offer you highly skilled representation during your divorce. Our attorneys will conduct an extensive interview with you to understand the big picture of your case and learn your needs and priorities. We will strive to meet your particular needs, whether that means getting you spousal support payments or helping you get the fresh start you need by relocating with your children. With us representing you, you will always know that an experienced lawyer is looking out for you.

Child Custody and Divorce in Illinois

There are two ways parents can create a new parenting time schedule and allocate parental responsibilities. The first is to go to court and ask the judge to determine what child custody arrangement is best for the child. The second—and generally preferred—way is for the parents to agree to a parenting plan. A parenting plan must answer questions like when the child will spend time with each parent, how the child will be educated, and who can sign medical consent forms for the child.

Division of Marital Assets

Most of the belongings and funds a married couple acquires over the years, regardless of in whose name the property is held, are considered marital property, meaning both spouses own them. Illinois law demands that marital assets be divided in an equitable manner—a way that is fair and just to both parties, which is not always an equal division. There are a large number of factors the court is to consider when deciding how to go about this, such as each spouse's contributions and resources.

Parties also have the option of going to divorce mediation and deciding how to divide their property together. Using mediation gives both parties more control over the final result, and it tends to be faster and less costly than litigation.

Spousal Support and Child Support

Children are entitled to receive support from both parents. Adults are generally not entitled to receive support from their former spouse, but spousal support can nevertheless be ordered in cases where the court deems it fair and appropriate.

Child support will be ordered in almost every case where parents divorce and have minor children. Generally, the parent who has less parenting time and fewer childcare duties is ordered to pay child support. The receiving parent is to use that money to cover the children's daily expenses.

Spousal support is ordered more rarely. Receiving spousal support or alimony is more likely after a long marriage during which one spouse was out of the workforce, one spouse earned significantly less of the household income than the other spouse, one spouse is unable to work, or in other circumstances where equity demands it.

Post-Decree Modifications

Even if your divorce decree met your family's needs at the time it was finalized, your circumstances may have changed. Fortunately, there is a way to modify a divorce decree to reflect a significant life change. If your spouse has started living with a new romantic partner, you may be able to stop paying spousal support. Conversely, if your spouse has gotten a significant pay raise, you may be able to ask for more child support.

If you have a qualifying significant change in circumstances, we will work to make your divorce decree start working for you again.

Contact a DuPage County Divorce Lawyer

SpyratosDavis LLC is highly skilled in divorce law. Our team of experienced and knowledgeable DuPage County divorce attorneys will fight for the best, most favorable outcome possible. Contact us at 630-810-8881 to arrange your initial consultation.