Naperville LGBTQ Divorce Lawyer
Illinois recognizes same-sex marriages performed both within the state and elsewhere, so if you are in an LGBTQ marriage, your divorce will follow the same rules as any other. If you and/or your spouse live in Illinois and meet the residency requirements, you can legally file for divorce here. We’ve found that in addition to the stress and worry of a divorce, splitting in a same-sex or LGBTQ marriage comes with unique emotional considerations, including concerns about judgment from their community, or invasive pressure from family and friends. Our Naperville, IL LGBTQ divorce lawyer provides tenacious legal advocacy, tempered with compassion and understanding for your needs and feelings. We want to help you get through the divorce with a settlement that gives you the means for a bright future. Call Merel Family Law today for a confidential consultation.
LGBTQ Divorce Lawyer Naperville, IL
In Illinois, same-sex, LGBTQ, and heterosexual marriages are treated equally in matters such as property division, child custody, visitation, child support, and spousal maintenance. Like other divorces, many of these cases can be resolved through negotiation or mediation, though litigation may be necessary if an agreement cannot be reached. Judges rule on these matters based on the arguments presented by each side and the evidence and testimony each side has to support their position. As your Naperville LGBTQ divorce lawyer, we make sure that you have a strong case for each element of contention.
Our family law attorneys work closely with you to find solutions that protect your interests and support the well-being of any children involved. Still, disputes over assets, support, or custody can complicate the process, sometimes resulting in longer timelines and higher costs.
In some cases, LGBTQ divorces also involve legal questions that heterosexual couples may not face. Because Illinois follows an equitable division rule for dividing marital assets, one spouse may receive considerably less in the divorce settlement than they expected. And, if the couple was in a long-term, though unmarried, relationship, with combined finances and assets, but the marriage was relatively short, property division can get even more complicated (and contentious). We protect what’s yours, fight for your rights, and use professional accouterments to help us unravel these complex financial ties.
Why Our Experience Matters in LGBTQ Divorce Cases
When your marriage can no longer continue, trust our Naperville LGBTQ divorce lawyer to help you get a successful resolution. We provide guidance and help you get the outcomes you need for property division, custody, and financial maintenance. We’re here to listen, support you, and help you take the next step.
- Partner William McSurley was peer-selected as an Emerging Lawyer by Leading Lawyers
- Mr. McSurley elected to serve as President of the Family Law Society during law school
- Firm partner Paige Ryterski is a member in good standing of the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan
- 10.0 rating on AVVO, a perfect score as evaluated by our professional peers
- Our firm was named among the Best Divorce Lawyers in Chicago by Expertise.com, an elite distinction reserved for only a select few attorneys
Please contact Merel Family Law today for a personalized consultation about your LGBTQ divorce.
