Hinsdale, IL Divorce Lawyers

Aggressive Divorce Attorneys Representing Clients in Hinsdale

The stresses of a divorce can be hard to bear alone. Everything you have come to associate with married life, from your family structure to your finances, may be fundamentally changing at the end of your marriage. During this difficult period in your life, an experienced family law attorney can provide you with peace of mind, guidance, as well as legal and practical insights that prioritizes your personal needs and circumstances.

At Fay & Farrow, we provide comprehensive legal assistance for all manner of family law matters. We are located in Naperville, Illinois; and, as one of the longest-standing law firms in DuPage County and the greater Chicagoland area, we are well-versed in all manner of issues that may arise in a divorce or custody dispute. We handle each case with an individual approach, whether you are expecting a contested or uncontested divorce.

Eligibility for Spousal Support in Hinsdale Divorces

Navigating the question of spousal support, now called maintenance (formerly alimony), can feel like peering into an uncertain future. In Illinois, courts award maintenance based upon a number of statutory and practical factors including (but not limited to) the length of the marriage, standard of living established during the marriage, and realistic present and future earning capacity of each party. In Hinsdale, where families build lives around historic neighborhoods and strong community ties, many decisions surround divorce can carry deep emotional weight. At Fay & Farrow, we are here to help and ready to answer all your questions about eligibility for spousal support and division of marital assets and debts in your divorce.

How Is Property Divided in Illinois Divorces?

Illinois follows the principle of equitable distribution, meaning courts seek divide marital assets and debts fairly, though not always equally 50/50. In a community like Hinsdale, marital property may encompass a family home, perhaps a second home or investments properties, retirement accounts, and treasured heirlooms passed down through generations. Separate or nonmarital property—including assets owned before marriage, gifts, and inheritances—often remain with the original owner, unless they have been commingled or transmuted during the marriage.

Tracing the origins of an asset becomes especially critical when investments, business interests, or major purchases intertwine with pre-marital funds. In complex cases, financial professionals can uncover hidden value and allocate debts tied to lines of credit or mortgages. By getting a clear pictures of the source of funds used to purchase assets during the marriage, spouses can better prepare to characterize property as marital or non-marital in nature.

Who Gets Custody in a Hinsdale, IL Divorce?

Illinois focuses on the best interests of the child in matters of child custody, now called “parenting time” and “allocation of parental responsibilities.” The parenting time component addresses the regular parenting schedules, as well as special schedules for holidays and vacation times with the children. The “allocation of parental responsibilities” considers whether the parents will exercise “joint” or “sole” decision-making authority about areas such as the children’s education, extra-curricular activities, religious upbringing, and healthcare and medical treatments.

Contact a Hinsdale, Illinois Divorce Attorney

Handling support, property division, and custody in Hinsdale can feel overwhelming. At Fay & Farrow, we can explain your options, help collect financial records, and work with you to develop an effective approach to your individual case. Call us at 630-961-0060 or contact our Hinsdale divorce lawyers to arrange a free consultation.