Many people have questions about their divorce or parentage case:  Will you maintain strong connections with your children? How you will survive financially? Is mediating an agreement an option? 

At the Chicago office of Law Offices of Annette M. Fernholz, P.C. our divorce attorneys tell clients what they need to hear, rather than what they want to hear.  If you want and honest assessment from an experienced lawyer about your rights in a custody dispute or divorce, in addition to proactive advice about your potential outcomes, consult with us.

Our firm will empower you to make informed decisions about legal separation and dissolution of marriage. We will assist you in moving forward with your new life.

Property Division -  Our firm will assist in establishing  a fair and equitable division of marital assets, including retirement and investment accounts. We also employ forensic accountants if necessary to value a business.  We help our clients preserve their non-marital property, including inheritances, gifts, and property owned prior to the marriage.  In addition to asset division, we will assist in assigning responsibility for debt and tax liability.

Maintenance/Alimony - Our firm will advocate for you in establishing a fair, equitable and reasonable alimony schedule that takes into account the length of your marriage, the earning capacity of both spouses and the duration of the spousal obligation.

Mediation  - While our firm has a proven track record in litigation we also offer insightful mediation.  If you seek an alternative to court -- more control in divorce proceedings and a more civil tone with your ex-spouse for the sake of your children -- we can assist through mediation and collaborative law.  When you and your partner make a full disclosure of assets, mediation is a cost-effective way of retaining these assets and expediting the divorce process.

For a consultation to discuss your case with an experienced lawyer, contact Law Offices of Annette M. Fernholz., P.C. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the Law Offices of Annette M. Fernholz, P.C. handles divorce and custody matters throughout Cook County, Lake County and DuPage County.