Kendall County, IL Uncontested Divorce Attorneys

Trusted Attorneys Helping Couples Prepare and File Divorce Settlements in Kendall County, Illinois

What comes to mind when you think of the phrase "filing for divorce?" If you are like most people, you might picture a hostile courtroom scene like those that you see in movies and on television. In most of those portrayals, you would see a sympathetic spouse on one side simply trying to get a fair outcome. On the opposing side, there is the other spouse—often a manipulative, villainous character upon whom "justice" is usually served.

While a small number of divorces may resemble this scenario, most cases can be resolved with much less drama. At The Law Office of Matthew M. Williams, P.C., we have seen—and handled—divorce cases that were very contentious and bitter. However, a large percentage of divorce cases are resolved long before they ever go to trial. By negotiating agreements privately, couples can often complete the divorce process much more quickly and efficiently while minimizing conflict. Our attorneys can help you and your spouse explore this option for your situation.

Understanding Uncontested Divorce

The term "uncontested divorce" refers to a divorce proceeding in which you and your spouse can negotiate an agreement without taking the matter into the courtroom. As with any divorce, your agreement must address issues related to:

• Division of marital assets and debts
• Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony
• Allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time
• Child support
• Any other considerations that may be relevant

It can certainly be challenging to cooperate with your soon-to-be ex-spouse, and reaching agreements on divorce-related issues is not always easy. Fortunately, our team has extensive training and vast experience in various methods of dispute resolution, which means that we can provide assistance during negotiations and help you come up with creative solutions to your disagreements. We can also help you complete the necessary paperwork so that your divorce can be finalized without any unnecessary delays.

Protecting Your Rights in a Kendall County Divorce

If you and your spouse have already made decisions about the major issues of your divorce, you might be wondering if you even need to hire a lawyer. While Illinois law does not require you to have an attorney during a divorce, trying to do everything on your own could end up making your case more complicated, and it could lead to problems down the road.

Instead, contact our office, and we will ensure that the agreements you and your spouse have made in your divorce settlement meet the requirements set by Illinois divorce laws. We can also help you avoid errors that could result in thousands of dollars of lost assets or support payments that you should not have been required to pay. We will assist you in identifying possible areas of concern before they grow into full-blown problems.

The expenses associated with reviewing your agreement are minimal compared to how much a mistake during the process could end up costing you. In fact, we offer flat fees in uncontested divorce cases where spouses have already reached agreements on all of the relevant issues:

• $1,500 plus court costs for an uncontested divorce without minor children
• $2,500 plus court costs for an uncontested divorce with minor children

Our flat fees include the drafting of your settlement agreement and parenting plan, if needed, as well as an initial revision. It also includes filing your divorce petition and all other required paperwork with the court. If your case does not qualify for flat fees, we also offer other options, including reasonable retainers and flexible payment plans, to ensure that you will have the legal help you need as you work to resolve divorce-related issues.

Contact Our Kendall County, IL Uncontested Divorce Attorneys

For more information about ending your marriage through an uncontested divorce, contact our Kendall County divorce lawyers. Call 630-409-8184 to schedule a free, confidential consultation and case review at The Law Office of Matthew M. Williams, P.C. today. We work with people and families in Kendall County, including Oswego, Yorkville, Sandwich, Minooka, Montgomery, Plano, Newark, Lisbon, Boulder Hill, Millbrook, and Plattville.