A conversation about what comes next
Charles M. Wright is a Divorce and Family Law Attorney at Beermann LLP, serving Yorkville residents. Start with the questions that matter to you: the home, finances, parenting, or what life could look like after a long marriage. You do not need a complete file before asking for a conversation.
Charles’s listed office is at 161 N. Clark St., Suite 3000, Chicago, IL 60601. This is a service-area page, not a claim of an office in Yorkville. Contact the team to discuss meeting arrangements. When calling 312-621-9700, ask for Charles Wright.
Which county and court should I start with?
Yorkville is in Kendall County. Official local geography reference.
Illinois generally places a divorce proceeding in the county where either spouse resides, with a statutory process for seeking a waiver if neither resides in the chosen county. Discuss venue before filing; a town name or an attorney’s office address does not settle that question. 750 ILCS 5/104.
For an existing case, use the county, case number, hearing notice and orders on your papers. Confirm the assigned courtroom, appearance method and any current instructions before a hearing.
What do I need to know before attending court in Kendall County?
Use the current hearing notice and orders to identify the date, time, assigned courtroom and appearance method. Check the official courthouse resources linked above, but do not assume general website information changes the instructions in your case. Keep a copy of the notice available and raise conflicts or questions with counsel early rather than waiting until the hearing date.
How do I prepare when we own more than one property?
List each property separately with its title, purchase date, debt, expenses and available valuation information. Note whether it is a residence, rental or other investment, and identify any third-party ownership. Keep estimated equity separate from cash that can actually be accessed. Ask which documents are needed to evaluate classification, value and the practical effect of a proposed division.
What if I need decisions explained one step at a time?
Say that at the first conversation. Bring a short list of the decisions you understand and the ones that feel unclear. Ask what must be addressed now, what information is missing and what can wait for later review. Discuss who will answer questions and how proposals will be explained so you can participate in decisions with a clear understanding of the tradeoffs.
How do I request a conversation?
Use the conversation request form to share contact information and names for the initial conflict check. Mention approaching deadlines. Save confidential records for the process the team provides, and discuss scope, fees and communication before representation begins. An inquiry does not establish an attorney-client relationship or extend a deadline.
For a useful starting agenda, use the divorce preparation checklist. You can also explore divorce after 50 or other communities served.