Divorce and the Standard of Living
During the course of a marriage, each person becomes accustomed to the standard of living that was shared during the marriage. In some circumstances, such as when only one person was earning the majority of the income, the law may require spousal support or alimony of some kind. As a DuPage County spousal support attorney, I have experience helping people with these issues. I will always work toward a quick and equitable settlement to help families avoid costly, drawn-out court battles that can destroy any type of future relationship.
Spousal Support and Maintenance in Illinois
Spousal maintenance or support is the same thing as alimony, which involves the payments provided by one spouse to the other following a divorce. As an Oakbrook Terrace divorce lawyer, I have handled many cases involving support payments in a wide variety of scenarios.
One common scenario involves a couple that is divorcing after many years of marriage during which only one of the spouses worked. Because the other spouse stayed home the entire time and was unable to develop marketable skills or job connections, that spouse is unable to bring in the same kind of income enjoyed during the marriage. The law will require support payments from the employed spouse, which may be either temporary or permanent, depending on the situation.
Exceptional Representation
From my Oakbrook Terrace family law office, I emphasize an approach that focuses on:
- Quick settlements — I know that there is nothing more harmful to families and children than lengthy, combative litigation. That is why I do everything possible to get your issues settled as quickly as possible in a way that is fair for everyone, enabling you and your children to get on with your lives.
- Personal attention — I return all phone calls promptly. You will never be left in the dark about the status of your case and I will tailor my legal services to suit your needs.
- Recognized service — I have been named a 2010 Rising Star by Illinois Super Lawyers. Only 2.5 percent of all attorneys in the state with 10 years or less of legal experience share this distinction.
- Reasonable fees — I do everything I can to keep overhead low and provide you with exceptional legal services at reasonable fees, beginning with a free initial consultation.
Call for a Free Consultation With an Oakbrook Terrace Alimony Attorney
When you need someone who can settle your spousal maintenance issues quickly and professionally, I can help. Contact me, a DuPage County spousal support lawyer, online or call 630-873-3559 for a free consultation to discuss your case. I am conveniently located in the same building as Ditka's Restaurant.
