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Filing Taxes Jointly or Separately During Divorce

A single person files taxes individually. A married couple file

How Illinois Public Policy Protects Children During Divorce

It is Illinois public policy to protect children from exposure

Why Illinois Law Promotes Settlement in Divorce Cases

It is Illinois public policy to promote amicable settlement of

Right of First Refusal in Divorce

A “right of first refusal” means that if a parent

Using Net Income to Calculate Child Support and Maintenance

Gross income is the total amount of income before any

Secure Attachment in Child Custody Cases

When parents of minor children divorce there is often a

Deviating From Child Support Guidelines

Divorced parents whose children live with them (i.e. parents who

Financial Affidavits in Illinois Divorce

Each spouse going through a divorce must complete a financial

Injunctions in Illinois Divorce Cases

In a divorce a spouse may be motivated to spend

Subpoena Power in Divorce Cases

There are four types of subpoenas in Illinois: subpoena for

Serving Chicagoland since 1970

The Botti Law Firm, P.C., conveniently located in Oak Brook and Wheaton, is a full service law firm that offers comprehensive legal representation to individuals, families, businesses and professionals from the Chicago area, including Cook, Kane, DuPage, Lake, Will and Kendall Counties, to the rest of the United States. Our experienced trial attorneys are dedicated to obtaining successful results for our clients, in both state and federal courts.

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Divorce Negotiation: How to Keep Control Over Your Future and Protect Your Interests

The Importance of Negotiation in Divorce: Keeping Control Over Your

Can a judge force you to sell your house during Illinois divorce

Can a Judge Force You to Sell Your House in Illinois Divorce Cases?

Yes, a judge can force you to sell your home

How can a parent going through a divorce shield his/her children from the divorce and the other parent's self-serving behavior? Get the Court to issue a temporary restraining order and/or injunction.

How You Can Stop Your Spouse From “Using” Your Children in Illinois Divorce Cases

In high-conflict custody cases, many parents “use” their children to

How to protect marital assets in DuPage and Cook County Divorce Cases

How You Can Protect Marital Assets In DuPage and Cook County Divorce Cases

It is NOT uncommon for one spouse to solely control

How Dissipation Impacts Distribution of Marital Property

Marital property is property obtained during the marriage. Although there

Consequences of Waiting to File for Divorce

Divorce is never easy. The whole process is long, daunting,

Where to File for Divorce

A divorce occurs when a judge signs a divorce judgment

How Length of Marriage Impacts Distribution of Marital Property

What happens when divorcing spouses cannot agree on the distribution

TESTIMONIALS

John guided me from start to finish, presenting me with all possibilities to get through the process as painlessly as possible. He was highly professional and knowledgeable. The assistance I received from him was excellence. Any minor issues that came up was dealt with quickly and to my best interest. The entire process was explained in detail and I received prompt replies to my emails and phone calls. He does go above and beyond for his clients.

We cannot say enough about the professionalism and dedication of John Botti as our attorney. He followed through on every pains-taking detail of our law suit and successfully fought a very large corporation on our behalf. To the end that we were successful in our claim and received a substantial settlement. We highly recommend that you HIRE JOHN BOTTI. HE WILL WIN YOUR CASE!

Mike Botti is hands down the best attorney I know. I’ve been represented by him during my divorce, for traffic issues, and for a criminal case that could have landed me in jail for many, many years. In 3 different counties for each. This man has probably been to court for me 50 times and he has never once been late or not shown up. And his fees are not unaffordable by any means. I recommend him to anyone I can because he really does have his clients best interest in mind.

I’ve used this firm on multiple occasions both civil and criminal. They have always advised properly and the end result always played well for me, and I’m just not lucky even though I own a horseshoe. When at the table choose Botti law firm as the play.

John is very persistent, trustworthy and hardworking. He got the results I wanted.

I was fortunate to secure the services of John Botti to facilitate my divorce. I would recommend him for his honest, patient counsel.

Not a day goes by when I don’t express how grateful I am for everyone at Botti Law Firm.

Our family has been so thankful to have Mike Botti as our lawyer. We have been using him for many years for all of our legal matters. He is always so professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and supportive. He is someone we can depend on and trust. Mike will put in the extra time to explain and counsel us when we need it, and never makes us feel like we are rushed. We would recommend his services to anyone looking for an excellent and honest lawyer. We will continue using him for any future needs.

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Oak Brook, IL
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