Family Law

Family Law

Luckett & Ashford offers a broad scope of family law issues, including divorce; child custody/parenting time; child support, post-divorce litigation/modification of orders; domestic violence/order of protection; establishing paternity; same-sex marriage; sports and entertainment/high-asset division; pre- and post-nuptial agreements.

Divorce

 

Divorce is one of the most stressful times, and it can be emotionally and financially straining for families. At Luckett & Ashford, our goal is to make this experience as easy as possible for our clients. We take time to listen to your concerns, explain how the divorce process will be handled and discuss the best options for you and your family. Read More

Child Custody / Parenting Time

 

If you are going through a divorce and have children caught in the middle, you will need an allocation (formerly custody) agreement to determine who will be the main care provider. At Luckett & Ashford, we work hard to negotiate a fair arrangement that maintains a strong relationship between you and your children following a divorce settlement. Read More

Child Support

 

A main concern during a divorce is how your children will be supported once you and your spouse are separated. We will explain the Illinois maintenance (formerly known as alimony) guidelines and work in your best interest to ensure support for your children. Read More

Post-divorce Litigation / Modification of Orders

 

Litigation does not come to an immediate halt once a divorce is finalized. Things may change, especially during your children’s growing years. Court orders can arise if prior agreements need to be modified to fit a change in life situations. Read More

Domestic Violence / Order of Protection

 

If there is domestic violence within your home, you should immediately report the abuse to the authorities and get a protective order from a judge. Ideally, you will be able to stay at your current residence with your child, and your spouse will be forced to move out. If you plan to vacate and take your child, you will need to obtain a temporary custody order so you are not convicted of kidnapping. It is important to consult a family law attorney to discuss the best options for your situation. Read More

Same-Sex Marriage

 

We provide all services to same-sex couples including pre- and post-nuptial agreements, divorce, child support, child custody, post-divorce litigation and estate planning. Read More

Sports & Entertainment / High-Asset Division

 

We have experience working with high-profile celebrities, including professional athletes, actors, musicians and corporate executives. We understand your priorities and need for privacy, as well as how to protect your wealth in the event of a divorce. Read More

Pre- and Post-Nuptial Agreements

 

While marriage is perceived as a romantic commitment, there are many legal issues to consider before marriage. Pre- and post-nuptial agreements can essentially eliminate the uncertainty of what will happen to your property should the marriage unfortunately end. Read More

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Family Law You Can Trust

As a premiere family law firm in Chicago, our lawyers are here to serve clients with competence and compassion. We understand that domestic relation issues can be emotionally and financially devastating to the parties and their families.