Lisle, Illinois Divorce Lawyers

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Attorneys Helping Clients Resolve Divorce-Related Disputes in Lisle

Ending your marriage may be one of the most challenging experiences you will ever face. The emotional strain of a divorce can be hard enough on its own, but dealing with complex legal issues, financial concerns, and questions about your children can make things even harder. Whether you are planning to complete an uncontested divorce or expect a high level of conflict, you will need to understand your legal options and the steps you can take to protect your rights. You can do so with the help of an experienced divorce lawyer.

At Goostree Law Group, our attorneys understand the difficulties people face as they go through the divorce process. We are here to provide you with compassionate representation, and we will focus on protecting your interests and helping you achieve your goals. With our knowledge of Illinois law and our experience in multiple types of divorce cases, we can guide you through every stage of your divorce. Whether helping you negotiate a settlement or representing you in court, we will provide you with the skilled legal representation you deserve.

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Understanding Uncontested Divorce in Illinois

In an uncontested divorce, spouses will reach agreements on all major issues involved in the dissolution of their marriage. This type of divorce can be less time-consuming and costly than a contested divorce, and it will allow you to maintain greater control over the outcome of your case. While an uncontested divorce may involve some level of conflict, it may be completed once agreements are reached on all outstanding issues and a divorce settlement is finalized.

When creating a divorce settlement, you will need to carefully consider a number of legal and financial factors, and you and your spouse will need to be willing to work together to reach agreements that are mutually acceptable. Settlement negotiations will allow you to maintain control over important decisions rather than leaving these matters in the hands of a judge.

Our attorneys can work closely with you to determine the best negotiation strategies that will help you resolve disputes successfully. We will help you understand the different options that may be available, and we will provide you with a realistic understanding of what you can expect to achieve. Throughout the negotiation process, we will serve as your advocate, ensuring that you will not be pressured into accepting unfavorable terms.

Once agreements have been reached, we can help you prepare the documentation that will be required to complete an uncontested divorce. We will review your settlement agreement to make sure it includes all required elements and complies with Illinois law. We can help you identify potential issues and ensure that your rights will be protected. By providing clear guidance and practical advice, we can help you complete an uncontested divorce efficiently while avoiding pitfalls that could cause complications in the future.

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Tricia D. Goostree

Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, 2026
Best Lawyers, 2019 - Present
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Super Lawyers, 2016 - Present
Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2011 - 2015
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Navigating High-Conflict Divorce Cases

Some divorces involve significant conflict between spouses, and it may be difficult or impossible to reach agreements through negotiations or mediation. A high-conflict divorce may involve disputes over the ownership of different types of property, disagreements about where children will live and when they will stay with each parent, allegations of misconduct, or other factors that can lead to anger or mistrust. When negotiations stall or are unproductive, litigation may be necessary to resolve the outstanding issues in a case.

When you are facing a high-conflict divorce, strong legal representation can be crucial. Our attorneys have experience handling contentious cases, and we are ready to advocate on your behalf as you work to resolve disputes. We will gather evidence that supports your position and work to ensure that you can achieve positive results as you address the outstanding issues in your case.

Throughout a high-conflict divorce, we will focus on protecting your rights while also seeking opportunities to resolve disputes whenever possible. We understand that litigation can be costly and time-consuming, and we will make every effort to find efficient solutions that will meet your needs. If a divorce trial will be necessary, we will provide you with skilled representation, advocating for your interests. Our goal is to help you navigate this difficult process with confidence and make sure you can complete the divorce process and move forward with your life.

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Key Issues Addressed During Divorce Proceedings

As you work to complete your divorce, you will need to address multiple legal, financial, and practical concerns. Our lawyers can help you determine the best ways to approach issues such as:

Property Division: There are various factors that may be considered when determining how to divide the assets and debts that you and your spouse have accumulated during your marriage. These may include the length of your marriage, each spouse's financial circumstances, and the contributions made by each party when earning income, obtaining assets, or maintaining property. Our attorneys help you identify all of your marital assets, perform appraisals or business valuations when necessary, and negotiate property division agreements.
Spousal Support: Alimony or spousal maintenance may be a factor in your divorce if you or your spouse will require financial assistance after your separation. While spousal support will not always be awarded in a divorce, it may be appropriate if one spouse earns the majority of the family's income or if one spouse will not be able to fully support themselves on their own. We can help you understand your rights regarding spousal support, and we will work to achieve arrangements that will meet your financial needs.
Allocation of Parental Responsibilities: When addressing concerns related to child custody, you and your spouse will need to determine how you will divide or share decision-making responsibilities in areas related to your children's education, medical care, extracurricular activities, and religious practices. Our lawyers can help you develop a parenting plan that will support your children's well-being while protecting your parental rights.
Parenting Time: In addition to determining how parental responsibilities will be handled, you will also need to create a schedule detailing when your children will spend time with each parent. We can help you develop a detailed parenting time schedule that will provide stability for your children while ensuring that you can provide for their ongoing needs.
Child Support: To ensure that your children's ongoing financial needs will be met, orders will need to be established that will allow you and the other parent to divide various costs. A basic support obligation will be determined based on your income and the other parent's income, and these payments will address your children's daily needs. You may also need to determine how to divide other child-related expenses, including medical care and extracurricular activities. Our team can help you understand your child support obligations, and we will work to ensure that calculations of support payments are accurate and fair.
Tax-Related Concerns: Divorce can have significant tax implications, including issues related to filing status, exemptions for dependents, and the tax treatment of property transfers and spousal support. We will work with you to make sure you understand these tax considerations while helping you take steps to minimize adverse tax consequences.
Issues Affecting Stay-at-Home Parents: If a parent has spent years out of the workforce when caring for children, they may face unique challenges during the divorce process. A stay-at-home parent may require spousal support as they continue staying at home to provide child care or take steps to reestablish their career. Whether you or your spouse are a stay-at-home parent, our attorneys can help you reach agreements that will meet your financial needs while providing for your children's best interests.
Modifications of Court Orders: Circumstances can change after your divorce is finalized, and you may need to take steps to modify court orders related to parenting time, parental responsibilities, child support, or spousal support. Our lawyers can help you petition the court to request modifications or respond to modification requests from your ex-spouse
Enforcement of Court Orders: If your spouse fails to comply with court orders during or after your divorce, you may need to take legal action to enforce those orders. Our attorneys can help you determine how to address a failure to pay child support or maintenance, violations of parenting time arrangements, or other violations. We can make sure you take the right actions to ensure that court orders will be followed while working to protect your rights.

Contact Our Lisle, IL Divorce Attorneys

At Goostree Law Group, our attorneys can provide you with skilled legal representation as you address the challenging issues involved in your divorce. We will take the time to understand your situation, explain your legal options, and advise you on the best steps to take to complete the divorce process successfully. Contact our Lisle dissolution of marriage lawyers at 630-584-4800 to schedule your free consultation today.