Property Division

Chicago, Illinois Property Division Attorney

Equitable Division of Marital Property

The proper division of marital property is often a contentious part of any divorce. Divorcing spouses typically hire their own lawyers to represent their interests in the process of equitable property distribution. In Illinois, before a divorce case goes to trial, there is a pretrial conference with the family court judge. The judge will often suggest ways to resolve differences before trial. If a settlement cannot be reached through negotiation or other alternative disputes resolution means, then trial is the only means by which the divorce can be accomplished.

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Having a skilled and experienced attorney to represent you in your divorce is vital to your future. It is never enough to rely on the "fair" property settlement that your soon-to-be former spouse proposes. To schedule a consultation regarding divorce and property division, contact the Law Offices of Van A. Schwab.

Chicago divorce attorney Van A. Schwab has abundant experience handling property division issues involving millions of dollars in assets. Often, an actuary assists by evaluating financial aspects of a marital estate, including stocks and real estate, as well as the marital residence and all other marital property. Mr. Schwab is accustomed to evaluating the overall financial picture while representing and advising husbands or wives who are in the process of divorce or marital separation. As an experienced investor, he is confident and precise as he evaluates tax returns and other financial documents.

The overall financial picture of a divorcing couple may include complicating factors such as private school tuition, inheritances, proposed spousal support, and anticipated liabilities related to health needs. Attorney Schwab can also assist with the division of closely held businesses.

When prenuptial agreements are part of the picture, Mr. Schwab is able to anticipate how a court will react to proposed property division. If the marital home must be sold, his experience allows him to advise clients of the likely effects of such complications as equity loans, foreclosure, or division of value of a marital home that is already paid off.

Contact the Law Offices of Van A. Schwab today to learn more about your case and options.

For more information about splitting up property and debts in a divorce or legal separation, visit the Property Division Information Center.

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