In previous blog entries, we have briefly summarized Steps One and Two in the usual Chicago divorce process. At this point in the Chicago divorce process, the parties will exchange financial disclosure statements. To have the best Chicago divorce process possible a party should carefully and accurately complete his/her disclosure statement. The financial disclosure statements are not filed so they do not become part of the public record. A top Chicago divorce attorney can answer questions and catch errors and omissions on a client’s draft disclosure. The financial disclosure statement is a very important part of the divorce process and tendering the statement is mandatory in Cook County.
Order of Protection for Domestic Violence
Unfortunately, some Chicago divorces or Chicago child custody disputes involve domestic violence. When domestic violence, or the threat of domestic violence, occurs a victim may petition the court for an order of protection. An order of protection is a court order...