Barrington Family Law Attorney

People often think of retaining a Barrington family law attorney when they are filing for divorce, but there are a multitude of other legal issues with family law attorneys can assist. Family law matters can encompass everything from enforcement of an alimony award to establishing a child’s paternity. In almost all of these cases, you will find that emotions are running high, and that can complicate efforts when it comes time for negotiations. Family law matters involve the most personal and intimate details of your life, which is why you want a strong Barrington family law attorney on your side.

The team of family law attorneys at the SAM LAW OFFICE LLC are experienced in all areas of family law and can provide professional and compassionate representation to Illinois clients who are involved in a variety of legal disputes. Our top priority is always to find the best resolution possible for you and your family. Our attorneys are compassionate and understanding, but we are not afraid to zealously defend your position if that is what it takes.

Rely on Us for All Your Barrington Family Law Matters

Recent years have seen a lot of changes in family law matters, including the addition of a ‘no-fault’ divorce system implemented 2016 with amendments to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Now, couples only need to show that there are ‘irreconcilable differences’ that caused the marriage to break down. This change has also had a ripple effect on how judges handle other related family law matters like alimony and child support.

Curious about all the legal services a Barrington family law attorney can handle? Here is a look at some of the more common legal issues we see our clients facing:

• Uncontested divorce
• Responding to spouse’s petition for divorce or filing for a contested divorce
• Drafting a prenuptial agreement or enforcing a valid agreement during a pending divorce
• Negotiating alimony payments
• Determining appropriate child support and custody arrangements
• Establishing mother’s and father’s rights with respect to their children
• Modification of an existing divorce decree, alimony award, parenting plan, or child support payment
• Establishing paternity
• Division of property in a divorce
• Creating a parenting plan

This is obviously not an exhaustive list, which is why you should reach out to a knowledgeable attorney for advice if you have a legal concern that could potentially fall under family law. At the SAM LAW OFFICE LLC, our attorneys are ready to sit down with you and learn about your immediate legal needs and advise you on how best to proceed.

Contact a Barrington Family Law Attorney

Even if you think your issue is simple, speak with a Barrington family law attorney to be sure. Contact the team at the SAM LAW OFFICE LLC today to schedule a free initial consultation.