Are You Prepared for Your Hinsdale Divorce? Check This List Twice

 Posted on December 10, 2021 in Family Law

DuPage County Divorce LawyerMany people believe that the hardest part about getting divorced is making that final decision. But once you have decided to get a divorce in Illinois, the process still looms before you. What can you expect? Is there anything you can do to prepare yourself? Fortunately, there are answers to these questions. A proficient attorney can help you set clear and realistic expectations for your divorce, and there are many things you can do to get ready. 

Ten Ways to Prepare For Divorce in Illinois 

  1. Find a divorce attorney - The first thing every divorcing spouse should do is make sure they have a great attorney they feel comfortable with. Attorneys should respect clients’ priorities while working realistically within the law.

  2. Decide on a strategy - Even couples who struggle to get along can benefit from alternative dispute resolution strategies like mediation and collaborative divorce. Illinois family courts discourage couples from expensive and drawn-out litigation, only using it as a last resort. 

  3. Gather financial documents - You need to understand your finances before you get divorced so you can prepare yourself for life after divorce. This includes bank statements, mortgage statements, and student loan information, as well as any other loans or assets you own privately or share with your spouse. 

  4. Check your credit - An important part of preparing yourself financially for divorce is knowing your credit score and beginning to establish your own credit if you have not already done so. 

  5. Make a post-divorce budget - You likely had a budget during your marriage, but one income functions very differently than two. Start thinking realistically about the cost of living and prepare yourself for financial independence. 

  6. Petition for frozen accounts if necessary - People often retaliate during divorce by racking up credit card debt or depleting savings accounts. In Illinois, spouses must ask the court to freeze assets if they fear their spouse will destroy, spend, or otherwise dissipate them. 

  7. Identify your priorities - Nobody gets everything they want in divorce. Understanding your priorities and knowing where you can give a little will help the divorce move faster. 

  8. Try to be rational - In many ways, divorce is unwinding a business relationship between two people. Although it is difficult, putting your emotions aside can help you negotiate more sensibly. 

  9. Consider your spouse - Some partners can work through a divorce with each other. Though it may not be easy, they essentially wish each other the best and strive to cooperate. Other times, a spouse may be hostile or even dangerous. There is no one-size-fits-all strategy for divorce, so it is important to be honest and realistic. 

  10. Establish a support system - Talk to people who love you and whom you can trust. Divorce is not easy, and you are bound to feel sad and frustrated. Let people be there for you so you do not have to go through it alone - and always be sure to complain about your spouse to a friend or therapist, but never to your children. 

Work with a Skilled Hinsdale, IL Divorce Lawyer

At Law Office of Martoccio & Martoccio, we believe preparing for divorce is one of the most important things a person can do to ensure the divorce moves as quickly and smoothly as possible. Our experienced DuPage County divorce attorneys will help you get ready for the divorce process and help you know what to expect. Once the process has begun, we will advocate tirelessly on your behalf so you are positioned for a favorable outcome. Call our offices today to schedule a free initial consultation at 630-920-8855

 

Source: 

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs4.asp?DocName=075000050HPt%2E+IV&ActID=2086&ChapterID=59&SeqStart=3900000&SeqEnd=5400000

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