Lombard, IL Uncontested Divorce Lawyers

Dedicated Attorneys Helping Negotiate Divorce Settlements in Lombard, Illinois

While movies and TV shows may make it seem like a divorce will involve a dramatic trial in the courtroom, this is not the way most divorce cases are handled. While trials may be necessary in some cases, it is usually preferable to resolve divorce-related issues outside of court by negotiating a settlement. An uncontested divorce offers an efficient, cost-effective, and less stressful way to dissolve your marriage.

However, even if you and your spouse agree on the major issues in your case, it is still important to work with an attorney to ensure that all legal issues will be addressed correctly and that the final settlement will protect your rights and your future. At A. Traub & Associates, we assist clients in Lombard and DuPage County during uncontested divorce proceedings. Our attorneys can work with you to negotiate agreements, draft a comprehensive settlement, and resolve any concerns that you may encounter.

Grounds for Divorce in Illinois

Illinois is a no-fault divorce state, which means spouses do not need to prove that there was any wrongdoing by either party to end their marriage. The only grounds for divorce that may be cited is "irreconcilable differences," meaning that a marriage has broken down beyond repair, and reconciliation is not possible.

No-fault divorce is meant to help reduce conflict and ensure that spouses can dissolve their marriages more quickly and easily. Since there will be no need for either spouse to blame each other for the divorce, and most decisions are based on the parties' interests rather than any "marital misconduct," spouses can focus on resolving the outstanding issues in their case so that they can end their marriage and go their separate ways.

What Makes a Divorce Uncontested?

A divorce is considered to be uncontested when both spouses agree on all significant issues. A divorce settlement will address all outstanding issues in their case. The couple may reach agreements on the division of marital property and debts, ensuring that each party receives an equitable share of the marital estate. They may make decisions about spousal maintenance, reaching agreements whether support will be paid and the amount and duration of these payments.

For divorcing parents, a divorce settlement will include a parenting plan that determines how child custody will be handled going forward. The couple will need to make decisions about the allocation of parental responsibilities and how the parents will make important decisions related to their children. They will also create a schedule for parenting time that determines when children will be staying with each parent. Child support orders will also be created to ensure that parents will share the expenses involved in raising their children.

In uncontested cases, there will be no remaining disputes that will require a judge to intervene and make decisions on behalf of the couple. Once agreements have been reached on all outstanding issues, a couple can file their divorce settlement in court, and when the judge approves the settlement, their marriage will be dissolved. This process can often help spouses finalize their divorce more quickly and with less expense than would be required in a contested divorce.

How Our Attorneys Can Help With Your Uncontested Divorce

Even if you and your spouse may be in agreement on most of the issues involved in your divorce, you will still need to work with a lawyer to make sure the legal issues in your case are handled properly. At A. Traub & Associates, we can assist with:

• Drafting Settlement Agreements: We will prepare a clear and comprehensive agreement that addresses all aspects of your divorce.
• Reviewing Agreements: If your spouse has proposed a settlement, we can review it to ensure that it protects your rights and meets all legal standards.
• Filing Court Documents: We will handle the preparation and filing of all necessary documents to finalize your divorce with the court.
• Resolving Unresolved Issues: If disagreements arise, we will work to resolve them efficiently through negotiation or other methods.

Options for Resolving Disputes Amicably

Regardless of your relationship with your spouse, it is likely that you will have some disagreements over how certain issues should be handled in your divorce. Our attorneys can help you resolve disputes in a constructive manner through methods such as:

• Negotiation: We can negotiate directly with your spouse or their attorney, helping you determine how various issues may be resolved in a way that will be acceptable for both parties.
• Mediation: You may choose to work with a neutral third party to reach agreements on the terms of your divorce settlement. We can advise you of your rights during these negotiations, help you determine what approach to take to help you achieve your goals, and review your settlement agreement to make sure all legal issues have been addressed correctly.
• Collaborative Divorce: If appropriate, we can assist you in using a collaborative process where we will work cooperatively with your spouse and their attorney to negotiate a settlement and resolve all outstanding issues without the need for litigation.

Contact Our Lombard, Illinois Uncontested Divorce Attorneys

While an uncontested divorce may be the ideal solution to your case, you will need to make sure you address all legal issues correctly. The attorneys at A. Traub & Associates can help you complete the divorce process efficiently while safeguarding your rights and your future. Contact our Lombard divorce settlement negotiation lawyers and set up a consultation by calling our office at 630-426-0196.