Best Chicago Divorce Attorneys

Best Chicago Divorce Attorneys

Even if you feel completely ready to legally separate from your spouse, getting a divorce can be a difficult time for anyone. It’s absolutely normal to feel emotionally drained, worried about your financial future, and concerned for the well-being of everyone involved. Having the best Chicago divorce attorneys on your side can make the proceedings as painless as possible.

In Illinois, divorce is officially referred to as the “dissolution of marriage.” Regardless of where you got married, you can obtain a dissolution of marriage in Illinois as long as one or both of you have lived in the state for at least 90 days before you file. However, you can and should seek legal counsel before this time, so it’s important to find the right lawyers for you at the onset of considering moving forward with a divorce case.

Choosing the Best Chicago Divorce Lawyers

Naturally, the first thing many divorce clients look for in a divorce attorney is results. They want to know how clients fare throughout the divorce proceedings, what assets they get, and how well their children are cared for. Every case is unique, and lawyers cannot give many details of past cases without violating confidentiality.

However, we know that several factors can change the outcome of a divorce. Generally, it’s best to look for divorce lawyers who are:

• Experienced, particularly in Chicago courts
• Family law focused
• Compassionate
• Honest and upfront
• Connected within the community
• Ready to fight for your needs

These qualities in a lawyer alone cannot guarantee you will get everything you want in a divorce. There are often legal issues outside the control of any lawyer. However, finding a lawyer who meets and surpasses these standards gives clients their best chances.

Why Choose WARD FAMILY LAW, LLC

Jennifer R. Ward, Esquire, leads our divorce cases because she possesses all of the qualities clients need in a divorce lawyer and then some. Her expertise in family law is so profound that University of Illinois – Chicago School of Law (formerly known as The John Marshall Law School) looks to her to teach the next generation of legal scholars. She has also published in family law and continues to serve as a leader in Chicago family law circles.

This well-rounded experience and leadership translate directly to results for clients. Ms. Ward is excellent at finessing favorable deals through negotiation, which allows clients to avoid lengthy and costly trials. When the other party simply will not negotiate, she is ready to present strong arguments for her clients and command respect in the courtroom.

What to Expect from the Chicago Divorce Process

While each divorce is unique, there are two main types of divorce in Illinois: uncontested and contested. In an uncontested divorce, both parties agree on all issues and settlement.

In a contested divorce, the parties continue to disagree on some issues, even after negotiations and discussions.

Request a Consultation with the Best Chicago Divorce Attorneys

At WARD FAMILY LAW, LLC, we know how important it is to find the best Chicago divorce attorneys to fit your needs. Contact us today to set up a consultation in which you can decide if we are the right fit for you.