Divorce proceedings are notorious for being costly, time-consuming, and in some cases, contentious. Fortunately, in Illinois eligible couples can file for a simplified divorce, which allows the parties to avoid some of the more frustrating procedural hurdles of dissolving a marriage. To learn more about whether you qualify for a simplified dissolution, please contact an experienced Schaumburg divorce attorney today.
In order to file for divorce, a couple must fulfill certain requirements. For instance, the parties must submit a petition for divorce and establish that:
Parties to a divorce do not need to prove fault in Illinois. Instead, a couple must establish that:
If the parties have children, they must also reach an agreement regarding:
Only after these issues have been decided can a divorce be finalized.
Some couples may qualify for a simplified dissolution of marriage, which requires that they satisfy certain conditions, including that:
Finally, neither party can have an interest in retirement benefits. The only exception is for parties whose benefits are held in individual accounts and are not valued at more than $10,000.
Parties who fulfill these requirements can submit a joint petition for a simplified divorce to the local court. In addition to the petition, the parties must submit:
Once all court fees have been paid and the necessary documentation has been submitted, the judge can finalize the divorce.
If you believe that you and your spouse qualify for a simplified divorce, Â please contact SAM LAW OFFICE LLC at 847-255-9925 to schedule a free consultation with experienced Schaumburg divorce attorney, Susan A. Marks, today.
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