Arlington Heights, IL Property Division Attorney

Skilled Lawyer Helping Divorce Marital Assets in Arlington Heights

Illinois is not a community property state for divorce settlements and judgments. That means that most property accumulated by the married couple, over the course of the marriage is subject to valuation and litigation as part of the final settlement. With over 30 years of legal experience, our Arlington Heights property division attorney at Cosley Law Office can help you negotiate for a favorable division of your marital assets.

When emotional arguments are allowed to take over the settlement negotiations, many couples find themselves in expensive litigation, even when they thought they had many of the property issues already worked out at their kitchen table. Having an experienced attorney to work through the settlement negotiations to seek fair resolutions that address your long-term needs will make a significant difference in the long-term outcome of your final settlement.

Representing Clients in the Chicago Area With Concerns About Marital Property Division

We work toward fair, negotiated settlements whenever possible. If the other side is not prepared to accept a mediated settlement, you will have an experienced, knowledgeable trial attorney fighting to protect your financial interests.

If you are filing for divorce in the Greater Chicago metro area, talk to us about any of your property and financial settlement issues, including:

• Marital homes and real estate property
• Delayed compensation, stock options, investment accounts
• Business property valuation and division
• Pension funds, 401(k) accounts and other qualified retirement assets
• High income and high-asset division
• Gifts and inheritances
• College tuition and special needs support
• Hidden investments, overseas assets, tax shelters
• Spousal support and child support concerns

How Is Marital Debt Handled in Illinois?

Divorcing spouses often forget that debt accumulated over the course of the marriage is also considered a marital liability, subject to litigation in the final divorce settlement. The type and amount of debt can become a contentious issue, if one spouse denies knowledge or liability. Attorney Donald Cosley has significant experience focused on this area of marital property settlements.

In addition to property settlements during divorce representation, we can also help you with enforcement and contempt of divorce judgments.

Contact a Trusted Arlington Heights Property Settlements Lawyer

Cosley Law Office represents clients in Arlington Heights, Barrington, Rolling Meadows, Schaumburg, Palatine, and throughout northwest Cook County. Contact our Arlington Heights asset division lawyer or call 847-253-3100 to discuss your case over a free consultation.