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Why Choose Merel Family Law?

Fighting for families since 2009.

At Merel Family Law, we specialize in providing legal services to our clients in all aspects of family law. What we do is only half of what sets us apart from other divorce firms in the Chicagoland and Detroit areas, though. How we do what we do is just as important.

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Years In Business
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5 Star Reviews
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Clients Served
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Chicago Divorce Lawyer

If you’re currently going through a divorce, working with our Chicago divorce lawyer can be critical for helping the process go smoothly. Our dedicated attorneys can help you decide what you want your divorce to look like, how to properly and amicably divide your marital assets, and how to make sure all parties involved—including your children—are protected throughout the entire process.

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What will I lose if I get divorced?

It depends on your state’s laws and the circumstances surrounding your divorce. In general, most couples receive an equitable portion of the marital assets, including cars, houses (and mortgage payments), bank accounts, and debts. For couples who created a prenuptial agreement prior to their marriage, this part of the divorce is often a quicker and smoother process. With over 230 5-star reviews, our clients know that our relationship lawyers provide only the highest quality of legal services, including assistance with asset division during a divorce. When you work with us, you don’t have to worry about losing out on precious assets. We will fight tirelessly to protect your property—and your future.

What is the best way to win a custody battle?

The best way to win a child custody battle is to make sure you have a trusted, qualified legal professional to represent your case. Otherwise, you may run into costly legal issues that could hurt your chance of winning custody of your children. Our divorce attorneys have over 15 years of experience with all types of family law matters, and we can help with everything from custody arrangements to marital settlement agreements and more. If you’re going through a divorce, don’t feel as if you have to do it alone—we’re here to help you through it.

What is considered high net worth for divorce?

Generally, if a married couple’s assets total $1 million or more, it is considered a high net worth divorce. Such assets can include cars, homes, bank accounts, stocks and bonds, collectibles, jewelry, businesses, 401(k)s, and debts. Because of the nature of high net worth divorces, we recommend working with our dedicated high net worth divorce attorney to ensure that you receive a fair share of your marital assets. We have 20 attorneys available to help you through your divorce—and they are all highly qualified and experienced in all family law matters, including high net worth divorce cases, with decades of combined trial experience.

What is the minimum net worth for a prenuptial agreement?

There is no minimum net worth requirement to craft a prenuptial agreement. If you and your partner want to plan for the future by drafting a legally binding prenup agreement before you get married, we recommend speaking with our trusted prenup lawyers for guidance on how to get started. Our attorneys have been helping clients craft prenuptial agreements and work through divorce proceedings since 2009, and we’re here to help you, too. We can provide invaluable guidance on how to protect your assets and plan for your future with clarity and confidence.

What is a property division agreement?

A property division agreement in a divorce is created to simplify the asset division process. Our property division lawyers work with couples to draft clear, straightforward agreements that specify who will receive what in the event of a divorce. Whether it’s related to your home, your vehicles, or your debts, a property division agreement can help protect your assets while also saving you time and money in the long run. For couples looking to get legal help with writing up an agreement, we offer 4 convenient office locations where you can discuss your case with one of our trusted family law attorneys.

Your Trusted Chicago Divorce Lawyer 

If you have questions about how to handle your divorce—or you’re looking for a trusted legal professional to guide you through the process—our Chicago divorce lawyers are here to help. We work directly with couples to make sure the divorce proceedings go according to their plans. We can help draft settlement or property division agreements, explain the differences between arbitration and mediation, and help you decide what is the best option for your specific circumstances. Regardless of how you choose to move forward with your divorce, we’ll make sure that all of your assets, children, and your future are protected.

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