Property division lawyers in Peoria County, Illinois help men and women with the equitable distribution of assets during a divorce. A property settlement agreement for the division of assets can help the parties avoid litigating the issues in court. Other property division cases are resolved by the court at trial. The court may consider the contribution of each party, the tax consequences of the division of the asset, the needs of each party, and other relevant factors. The Uniform Marriage and Divorce Act (UMDA Section 307) provides for other factors including the duration of the marriage, prior marriages, and prenuptial agreements.
Lawyer Referral Service in Peoria, IL - The Peoria County Bar Association sponsors a lawyer referral service that helps individuals and businesses find private attorneys practicing in Peoria County or Tazewell County, IL. The attorneys that participate in the service agree to charge a nominal referral fee in exchange for a 30 minute consultation with the client. You can complete the online form or call the service at 309-674-1224 for the referral.