Cook County Divorce Attorney
Representing Illinois Family Law
At the Law Offices of Joel M. Weiner, LLC what you see is what you get. We offer pragmatic legal counsel to families facing the following issues:
Separation and divorce lawyer in McHenry and Cook Counties
The process of divorce or separating from your spouse can be a confusing and emotionally draining experience and understandably you may have many questions about what is involved. What does it mean to be legally separated? Are divorce and separation the same thing? How are matters such as property division, living arrangements, alimony, child custody, child support, exercising a prenuptial agreement, and settling a postnuptial agreement dealt with in either separation or divorce? Our law office can help you understand the requirements for both processes.
For example, simply living apart does not mean you are legally separated. A legal separation, like a divorce, requires filing with a local county court and having your case heard before a judge. Divorce attorneys in Cook County representing both sides work out a separation agreement to which both spouses can adhere. The only difference is that both spouses are still legally married and entitled to most of the benefits and obligations of that status. This type of arrangement is sometimes used as a precursor to divorce and to maintain an established privilege such as shared medical insurance. McHenry County collaborative lawyers can assist with divorce and separtion cases and represent clients in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove and Schaumburg.
Non-collaborative divorce vs. collaborative divorce
While our Cook County divorce law firm assists clients in more "traditional" divorces that can involve many court hearings to hammer out settlements, we can also work with your spouse's lawyers in what is known as "collaborative divorce." This process allows a less stressful way to negotiate your interests outside of court while cutting through often emotionally charged issues in a practical way.
Family Law
We have years of experience in not only the divorce process but in all aspects of family law. We handle such issues as adopting a child, dealing with domestic abuse and neglect, setting up of wills and trusts, assigning power of attorney, and the setting up of living wills. This type of will clearly indicates your wishes and who will oversee your affairs should you become incapacitated by an accident or illness.
A divorce lawyer with an economic difference
Frequently, divorce negotiations come down to economics. With a background in financial services, Joel Weiner can be your resource for a detailed financial analysis of how a change in your family dynamics impacts your assets, tax situation, retirement plans, pensions, and properties.
At the same time, the Law Offices of Joel M. Weiner, LLC strive to serve you in the most cost-efficient way possible and do not nickel and dime you with fees. That's an economic difference because the last thing you need when your family life undergoes upheaval is unexpected financial drain.
Planning, preparation, professionalism
At the Law Offices of Joel M. Weiner, LLC in Palatine, Illinois, you can rest assured that your family law issue will be handled in a professional manner. Call us today at (847) 512-7546 or fill out our quick contact form in the upper left to schedule your initial consultation. We serve Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove and Schaumburg.
