Joliet, IL Divorce Lawyers

Trusted Attorneys for Property Division, Spousal Support, and More in Joliet, Illinois

Getting a divorce may be one of the most challenging experiences you encounter during your life. In addition to the emotional strain that comes with the end of a long-term relationship, you may encounter conflict as you address the legal and financial issues involved in your case. To make sure you will be able to resolve these issues successfully, you will need to work with an attorney who can guide you through the divorce process and advocate for your interests.

At Jordan Steele & Associates, LLC, our lawyers work with clients in Joliet and Will County to ensure that they can end their marriages successfully. We will make sure you understand your options for resolving disputes with your spouse, and we will fight to protect your rights and your financial interests. Our goal is to help you achieve a resolution that will allow you to put your divorce behind you and move forward into the next chapter of your life with confidence.

Addressing Property Division

One of the key issues to address during your divorce is the division of marital property. You and your spouse will need to determine how to handle ownership of all of the marital assets you have acquired. While you will not be required to divide everything exactly in half, you will need to make sure the decisions you make about property division are fair and equitable to both parties.

During the divorce process, our attorneys can help you address assets such as:

• Real estate property
• Vehicles and other valuable personal property
• Bank accounts, retirement accounts, and investment portfolios
• Business interests or professional practices
• Marital debts, including credit cards or loans

We will help you identify and value your property so that you fully understand the issues that may affect your financial circumstances. We will work with you to negotiate a fair settlement and ensure that your financial interests are protected throughout the process. If necessary, we can provide representation during litigation, advocating for a fair division of your assets and debts.

Navigating Spousal Support

In some divorce cases, one spouse may require financial assistance to ensure that they can maintain their standard of living. If you earn more than your spouse, you may be asked to pay spousal support. However, if you are a homemaker or rely on your spouse to cover most of your family's expenses, you may be eligible to receive spousal maintenance. You and your spouse may reach an agreement regarding alimony, or you may ask the court to determine whether spousal support will be appropriate.

Our attorneys can advise you on whether you may pay or receive spousal support. We will advocate on your behalf during your case to help ensure that fair arrangements will be put in place. Our goal is to achieve an outcome that will allow you to meet your needs after your divorce is complete.

Child Custody and Child Support Considerations

If you have children, you will need to put arrangements in place to make sure you and the other parent can share child custody going forward. Your divorce decree will include a parenting plan that specifies how decision-making responsibilities will be allocated between you and your spouse. A parenting time schedule will also be created that will determine when your children will live or stay with each parent. Our lawyers can help you create a workable parenting plan and make sure you will have the tools you need to raise your children successfully.

You will also need to put child support orders in place to ensure that you and your spouse are both contributing to your children's ongoing needs. Child support is calculated using formulas that consider both parents' incomes. You and your spouse will also be required to contribute to various child-related expenses. Our attorneys can help ensure that all factors are considered correctly when establishing child support arrangements.

Contact Our Joliet Divorce Attorneys

At Jordan Steele & Associates, LLC, our attorneys are here to help you complete the divorce process successfully. We will provide the support you need throughout your case, helping you find solutions that will minimize conflict and provide a solid foundation for your new life once your marriage has ended. Contact our Joliet, IL divorce lawyers by calling 872-314-0080 and scheduling a free consultation.