The breakdown of a marriage is usually one of the most burdensome and painful experiences an individual can encounter in life. In addition to the highly emotional aspects of separation and divorce, many vital issues impact children, money, real estate, financial investments, businesses, and residences. Because divorce involves a life-changing experience that will affect your financial security and emotional health, it is critical to obtain the services of an experienced Illinois or Indiana family law attorney. We serve a broad area of residents living in Naperville and surrounding areas, as well as towns and cities in Northwest Indiana like Valparaiso, Chesterton, LaPorte, Michigan City, Portage, Crown Point, Cedar Lake, and Hobart.
The Divorce Process in Illinois and Indiana
Divorce in Illinois or Indiana will involve several decisions, and each one is unique to the couple involved. Issues such as parenting time (custody) and property division can grow contentious and complicated. If a trial is required in an Illinois or Indiana court, a judge will hear both sides and ultimately decide on issues, including property division, parenting, maintenance and child support, and a host of other issues.
You need an experienced Illinois or Indiana divorce attorney to outline all the important issues and advocate for your interest. Everything from filing the appropriate paperwork and meeting court deadlines to understanding the current law and developing an effective strategy are basic parts of the process. Our experienced divorce lawyer(s) can help you navigate the legal system and ensure all motions are properly identified and argued in support of your position while recognizing when settlement should be pursued or when trial engagement is appropriate.
The Value of a Chicago Suburb Divorce Attorney in Family Law
We advocate for and protect your rights while assisting you in navigating the legal process of divorce, from decision-making rights and parenting time of your child(ren) and support to spousal maintenance, division of assets and debts, and a host of other issues.
The Law Office of Edward P. Graham, Ltd. has assisted clients like you and your loved ones for nearly 30 years and understands and implements successful strategies in estate planning, business law, Illinois/Indiana litigation, probate, family law, and real estate law. We urge you to contact our Naperville office to learn more about how we can help meet your family law and divorce needs in DuPage County, Will County, Kane County, and other surrounding counties in Illinois. Contact our Northwest Indiana office to address your family law needs if you live in Porter County, Lake County, and LaPorte County in Indiana.