DuPage County Law Firm Serving and Protecting Military Personnel During a Divorce in Illinois
Military service and the issues that can come along with that service, including the events a person may experience while serving, the requirment for a family to relocate, and deployment in different parts of the world, can put great strain upon a marriage. When the breakdown of a relationship leads to divorce, servicemembers and their spouses may need to address some unique concerns. If you need to address family law issues in these situations, what is already a difficult process can become even more complicated.
At Andrew Cores Family Law Group, our DuPage County divorce attorneys provide representation for military personnel and their spouses. We understand that the decisions made during divorce are often emotional, and they can affect spouses, their children, and other family members for years to come. During a military divorce, you need a lawyer who is compassionate but who also has the professional experience to protect your financial interests and the best interests of your children.
Experienced Military Divorce Representation
Members of the U.S. military are protected by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, which allows transactions and legal proceedings to be temporarily suspended in order to make sure that a person's civil rights are not infringed upon during military service. If a servicemember is deployed in another state or country when their spouse files for divorce, they will be able to make sure unfavorable decisions about issues such as property division and child custody are not made in their absence and without their input.
There are also some unique financial concerns that may affect spouses in a military divorce. Servicemembers and their spouses will usually be able to receive medical benefits, and depending on how long a couple was married, an ex-spouse may continue to receive coverage after a divorce. Retirement benefits for servicemembers may also need to be addressed during the property division process, and a couple may be able to negotiate an agreement that will detail how these benefits and other assets will be allocated between them..
Military members and their spouses have unique rights that are protected by state and federal laws. Given the complexities of these laws, experienced legal assistance is important to help pursue an effective outcome for both spouses.
Contact Our DuPage County Military Divorce Attorneys
The military divorce lawyers at Andrew Cores Family Law Group provide a wide range of legal options for clients and their families in DuPage County and Kendall County. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation by calling 630-407-1225.
