Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

Disclosure Statement

I recently filed for divorce, hoping it would be uncontested since I was not asking for anything, I filed on my own. My spouse retained an attorney and I received a demand for Disclosure Statement. I was kind of reluctant to complete this as I wasn't exactly sure what the motive is. Should I complete this and send it or should I file an objection? A court date has not been set and I'm not sure why I need to do this if I'm not seeking support.


Asked on 5/26/09, 8:17 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Peter Olson The Olson Law Firm, LLC

Re: Disclosure Statement

As a practical matter a 13.3.1 disclosure statement is required in every case by a local Cook County Circuit Court rule and if they want it you must provide it. If I were the opposing party I suppose I might want to know the specifics of your finances before I agree to settle a case. Or the lawyer may just be creating conflict where it wouldn't otherwise exist for the purpose of generating more attorneys fees. Sadly that happens quite often.

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Answered on 5/26/09, 8:30 pm
Sue Roberts-Kurpis, Esq. Law Office of Sue Roberts-Kurpis

Re: Disclosure Statement

These financial disclosures are generally routine and must be answered and served upon the other side prior to any discovery. Make a copy of what you were sent and send it right back to your husband's attorney. Also, if he's represented and there are any marital assets whatsoever or any children, you absolutely must find yourself an attorney.

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Answered on 5/26/09, 8:35 pm


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