Divorce and Family Matters
Family law matters are deeply personal, and at Rutherford Law, we approach each matter with the care, compassion, and professionalism it deserves. Whether you're navigating a divorce, seeking financial support, or addressing custody concerns, we offer tailored guidance to help you move forward with confidence.
Divorce
Ending a marriage is challenging, but it can also be a fresh start. At Rutherford Law, we guide you through the divorce process with clarity and confidence, whether you're leaving a difficult situation or moving on to the next chapter of your life.
How We Help: Our Comprehensive Approach As Chicago Divorce Lawyers
Whether you’re just considering divorce or ready to take the next steps, Rutherford Law is here to guide you through the process. We understand that divorce can be a life-altering experience, filled with challenges and uncertainties. Our team will support you through every stage, helping you manage the legal complexities with confidence. Here’s how we can assist you:
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Getting divorced is a monumental life change that comes with fear and uncertainty. We understand that you might resist getting divorced because it will change your life drastically, and we are dedicated to helping you prepare for this life change.
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Divorce also comes with a shift in the social and financial future of each partner. We help our clients actively prepare for the changes that will occur, so the social and financial aspects of divorce aren’t overwhelming or daunting.
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If you have children, clearly you’re concerned about the effect of the divorce. However, we can help you navigate this complicated area. When you work with Rutherford Law, your Chicago divorce attorney will offer guidance in co-parenting, discussing the divorce with your children, and other matters.
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Our Chicago divorce attorneys are passionate about helping our clients plan for the future. Because of this, we are transparent about the costs associated with divorce and discuss them to ensure that our clients can financially work with the expenses that are incurred.
Annulment
If a marriage was entered into under invalid or prohibited circumstances, we can help navigate the annulment process to legally undo the marriage. Whether due to fraud, coercion, or other grounds, we provide the legal guidance you need to move forward.
Child Support & Contribution to Child-Related Expenses
We advocate for both parents and children to ensure proper financial support. Whether you're securing child support, ensuring fair calculations, or seeking contributions for childcare, extracurriculars, or college expenses, we’re here to guide you.
Spousal Support
Financial stability during and after divorce is crucial. We help financially dependent spouses secure support to maintain their standard of living and recover funds that were unfairly spent by their spouse.
Child Custody & Allocation of Decision-Making Responsibilities
Parenting arrangements can be complex. We assist parents in creating visitation schedules, determining decision-making authority, and modifying existing custody agreements as circumstances change. Our goal is to find solutions that benefit both parents and children.
Experienced Child Custody Lawyers in Chicago
Dealing with a child custody case can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help you face these challenges with clarity and confidence. At Rutherford Law, we focus on your long-term goals, discuss your concerns, and plan with your best interests in mind. When you work with us, you’ll have the guidance and reassurance you need to handle the following situations:
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If your relationship with your child’s other parent is strained, our Chicago custody attorney can help. We understand that relationships can fall apart. We will help bridge the gap in communication between parties, so that solutions can be reached.
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Fear of losing time with your child is a real concern in child custody cases. We understand how distressing this can be, and our Chicago child custody attorney will work to minimize the emotional impact. Your Chicago child custody attorney will hear your fears, offer support, and do everything possible to ensure that you maintain the relationship with your child.
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We know you want to achieve the best, supportive, healthy environment for your child. Your Chicago child support attorney will understand your unique situation to help you calmly and resourcefully create an agreement that’s in the best interest of your child, and protects them from bad circumstances.
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Co-parenting is not easy. Rutherford Law and your child custody attorney have extensive experience dealing with co-parenting, and knows that specific legal agreements can help ease the stress, create clear boundaries and help you realize successful co-parenting. Your child custody attorney in Chicago will offer guidance, support, and advice to help you plan for successful co-parenting.
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Raising a child with one income can be taxing and burdensome. Rutherford Law also focuses on child support cases. If you need child support, your Chicago child support attorney will help you to collect adequate child support for you and your family.
Parentage & Paternity
For unmarried parents or those needing to establish paternity, we help clarify legal rights and responsibilities. Whether it’s securing visitation, setting up child support, or defining parental obligations, we ensure your rights are protected and responsibilities are clear.
Pre & Post-Nuptial Agreements
Planning for the future is essential. Whether before or after marriage, we help you protect your assets and define marital obligations with clear, customized agreements.
Post-Decree Modification & Enforcement of Court Orders
After a court order is in place, changes in circumstances may require adjustments. We help enforce existing orders such as child support and property division and modify agreements when needed to reflect new financial or personal situations.
“Child support woes no more! Phillip is one of the best family law practitioners I’ve had the pleasure of dealing with. Yes, pleasure. I’m out of state and was owed four years of child support on my ex’s bonuses and commissions per the support order. Halfway through our motion, my ex declared bankruptcy!
Phillip took it in his stride and ensured I was accurately represented in bankruptcy court and in family court. I was able to receive priority status and funds disbursed by the bankruptcy court after 7 months of wrangling. Give Phillip a try, you won’t be disappointed.”
—Caroline