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Fees for Property and Debt Division in a Chicago Divorce
Limited-scope representation for property and debt division uses a flat fee quoted for a defined task after a consultation.
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Fee structure: Property and debt division in divorce
The fee table below shows the payment structures for property and debt division work. Our usual full-representation fee for this work is an initial payment of $1,500 to $2,500, followed by $500 to $650 per month beginning 30 days after the initial payment while representation remains active, while limited-scope work is quoted as a flat fee for a defined task after a consultation. The proposed work may involve your home, other property, debts, retirement accounts or business interests. The full-representation items below are covered within the scope confirmed in your written agreement. Contact us for a quote by calling 312-965-5618.
| Service level | How it is billed | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full representation | Initial payment plus monthly payments | Initial payment of $1,500 to $2,500, then $500 to $650 per month beginning 30 days after the initial payment while representation remains active. |
| Limited scope: one defined task | Flat fee | Quoted after a consultation. Call 312-965-5618 for a quote. |
Limited-scope work is billed as a flat fee for a defined task. Full representation is billed as an initial payment plus monthly payments.
Full-representation fees cover drafting, hearings, motions and phone calls within the agreed scope. Expert fees and court filing costs are separate, are paid by the client and are not advanced by the firm. The written agreement confirms the fee, the covered work and separate expenses before you engage the firm. Any amount shown is not a quote for your matter.
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Limited scope compared with full representation
Both options are confirmed in writing. Compare what each covers before you choose.
Limited scope (flat fee)
- Drafting a motion for you to file about a property or debt dispute
- Appearing for you at a specified hearing
- Drafting proposed agreement terms on dividing your home and its mortgage debt for you to review and use
Full representation (initial payment plus monthly payments)
- Drafting documents about your home, retirement accounts, business interests and debts
- Preparing motions about property and debt issues
- Representing you at hearings
- Phone calls about your property and debt division matter
Usually outside the quoted fee
- Court filing costs, paid separately by you and not advanced by the firm
- Expert fees, paid separately by you and not advanced by the firm
- Additional legal work outside the scope confirmed in your written agreement
Factors that move the total
The same case label can involve very different work. These factors shape the scope we quote.
Property and debt records
The volume and completeness of your records affect the proposed work. Incomplete statements or unclear debt balances mean more work to gather the information.
Home and other property
Disagreements about ownership, value or how to divide property can affect the scope of work. Questions about a home and its mortgage may involve different drafting or court work than questions about other property.
Retirement accounts
Different accounts and proposed divisions may require different documents. The scope of your written agreement controls which account-related work the fee covers.
Business interests
Questions about owning or valuing a business can affect the scope of work. If outside valuation assistance is needed, expert fees are separate, paid by you and not advanced by the firm.
Disputes and court work
More disputed financial issues, motions and hearings generally mean more work and a broader scope than an agreed matter. A flat-fee limited-scope engagement for drafting a motion covers different work than full representation through contested property issues.
Bring these to your consultation
- An inventory of what you own and owe, noting any disputed items
- Available bank, investment and retirement account statements
- Home ownership records, mortgage statements and other debt records
- Available business ownership and financial records
- Any proposed settlement, relevant court documents and questions about the work you want covered
Property and debt division in divorce fees
Frequently asked questions
Pricing and process questions, answered in general terms.
How is the cost of property and debt division work in Chicago quoted?
Our usual full-representation fee for property and debt division is an initial payment of $1,500 to $2,500, followed by $500 to $650 per month beginning 30 days after the initial payment while representation remains active. Limited-scope work uses a flat fee quoted after a consultation about the defined task. Call 312-965-5618 for a quote.
How do payments work for limited-scope representation?
Limited-scope representation uses a flat fee for a defined task. It is usually paid up front, although in some cases the fee can be paid in two installments.
What does full representation cover, and how is it paid?
Our usual full-representation fee for property and debt division is an initial payment of $1,500 to $2,500, followed by $500 to $650 per month beginning 30 days after the initial payment while representation remains active. It covers drafting, hearings, motions and phone calls within the agreed scope. Expert fees and court filing costs are separate, paid by you and not advanced by the firm.
What affects the quote for property and debt division work?
The proposed work matters, including documents, motions and hearings involving business interests, retirement accounts, property values and disputed debts. Your written agreement confirms the fee, the covered work and separate expenses before you engage the firm. Work outside the scope stated in your written agreement is discussed and confirmed in writing.
How do I start?
The initial consultation is free for people seeking to hire an attorney. Prepare an inventory of your property and debts, available records and questions about the representation you need. Chicago Family Attorneys LLC handles family law matters and serves Cook, DuPage, Lake and Will counties. Call 312-965-5618 to request a quote.