Illinois Attorneys for Protecting Professional Practices and Family Businesses
Experienced Divorce Lawyers Helping Clients in Elmhurst, Park Ridge, and Throughout the Chicago Area
Divorce is difficult under any circumstances, but when you have a professional practice or family business, the stakes are much higher. Your practice or business not only has monetary value, but it also represents the culmination of your educational achievements as well as countless years of dedication. The prospect of losing what you have worked so hard for can be scary. With so much on the line, it is critical to have skilled legal counsel by your side fighting to protect your interests.
At Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC, we have extensive experience handling high net worth divorces and the issues involved with dividing valuable assets. As a small family law firm, we understand that for licensed professionals and small business owners, practices are more than just assets; they are your livelihood.
Our law firm has a strong track record of success battling some of the largest firms in the Chicago area. Our attorneys have been named Illinois Super Lawyers and maintain Superb Avvo ratings. We know what it takes to protect professional practices and family businesses, and we put our experience to work to ensure you can keep everything you have worked so hard to build.
Protecting Your Assets Before a Divorce
The best way to protect your assets is to craft an agreement before a divorce is ever discussed. Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can accomplish this by deciding the division of property in advance. For the agreement to be enforceable it must accurately represent your assets, be signed knowingly and voluntarily (without coercion), and be fair and equitable.
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"I needed an attorney who would fight for me and also keep me focused, and Maxine had my back."Maxine was very professional and worked efficiently to complete our case. Highly recommend!- Gloria B.
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"As a client of WKO, I highly recommend Amanda Oliver."She has extensive experience to address family law issues efficiently and effectively. She is direct, informative, knowledgeable, resourceful and well-respected in the legal community. I love how she anticipates and mitigates potential issues, strategizes next steps, and keeps me informed along the way. If you have to go thru the divorce process, you want Amanda in your corner. HIGHLY recommend!- Angela L.
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"Divorce isn’t always easy but Maxine and her team at WKO make it so."Maxine and her team have exceeded my expectations. Focused on the family and doing the right thing for everyone involved. Most importantly, my children. I’m deeply grateful for her efforts.- Stephen G.
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"I am so glad I chose Amanda & her team."I highly recommend Amanda Oliver & her team at Weiss-Kunz & Oliver. Everyone I dealt with was professional, empathetic & compassionate. They make their clients their priority. Their fee structure was fair & very transparent.- Amy S.
Properly Valuing Your Business or Practice
Some of the issues that must be addressed with professional practices or family businesses are the value of the business, future earning capacity of one or both spouses, and tax implications. In certain cases, your spouse’s attorney will want to inflate the value of your business to receive a higher settlement. To achieve a fair valuation, it is helpful to enlist the assistance of outside professionals such as an accountant and business appraiser. Other issues that will arise may include what percentage (if any) of your business or practice could be considered non-marital property and how much your spouse may have contributed to its success.
Licensed professionals and small business owners who are facing divorce need an advocate in their corner that understands what they are trying to protect. At Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC, we are committed to using all legal means at our disposal to protect your hard-earned assets.
For a personalized consultation with one of our skilled attorneys, contact us today at (312) 605-4041.
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Mediation & Collaborative Law ExperienceOur attorneys are committed to helping clients explore alternate dispute resolution options, as we believe it empowers individuals to maintain control over the outcome of their case. This collaborative approach not only reduces conflict but often leads to more satisfying and lasting resolutions, ensuring our clients are happier with both the process and the result.
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Boutique Feel, High-Level ExperienceWe provide a tailored, deeply personal approach to family law, combining years of high-level experience with a commitment to understanding your specific needs. Our goal is to guide you through every stage of divorce with empathy, ensuring your family’s future is protected and your peace of mind restored.
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Personalized Service, Exceptional ValueWe pride ourselves on offering the same high level of expertise and experience as other boutique family law firms in downtown Chicago, Park Ridge, and Elmhurst. Our commitment to providing clients with more reasonable fees and direct access to the founding members of our firm, ensuring personalized attention and a deep, hands-on approach to each case.
