Getting Your Fair Share of the Marital Estate
Under Illinois law, divorcing spouses are entitled to an equitable distribution of marital property. At the Law Firm of Duane St. Pierre, PC, our goal is to ensure that assets, debts and financial support are apportioned in a fair and practical way.
Based in Palatine, Illinois, family law attorney Duane St. Pierre handles divorce negotiations and litigation in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane and McHenry counties. He has 28 years of legal experience and complementary credentials in accounting and private investigations. Arrange a free consultation today.
Marital Property Division in Your Illinois Divorce
Duane St. Pierre brings a comprehensive mindset, creative solutions and a solid courtroom reputation to the complex issues in asset division:
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Marital versus non-marital property - Business valuations
- Division of a jointly owned business
- Disposition of the marital home
- Retirement assets, including military pensions
- Stocks, investments and deferred compensation
- Rental, investment or vacation property
- Issues of domestic violence
- Jointly held debts
- Prenuptial agreements
- Post-divorce tax considerations
- Child support and maintenance/alimony/spousal support
Duane is a former CPA with a background in forensic accounting, which may come into play if there are questions of underreported income or hidden assets. He is also a former licensed private investigator, which also serves to keep the other side honest.
Duane St. Pierre explores out-of-court property settlement through mediation or amicable negotiations. However, if the other party is entrenched or disengaged, he is a formidable trial lawyer who can protect your interests in litigation or convince your spouse to come back to the bargaining table.
"I was extremely satisfied with all of your efforts in my divorce. I know for a fact that you put the pressure on them ..." Read testimonials from satisfied clients.
Business Valuation Lawyer
At the Law Firm of Duane St. Pierre, PC, you have direct access to a knowledgeable divorce attorney who built his law practice on personal attention to clients. He takes the time to address your concerns and explain in understandable terms what is likely to happen in your case.
Duane represents individuals who are contemplating or facing divorce in the Chicagoland area, including personnel and civilian spouses of Naval Station Great Lakes. For a free 30-minute consultation, including after hours or weekends by appointment only, call 847-359-7199 or contact us online.
