Michael Craven | Deerfield Divorce Lawyer

Are you going through a divorce or thinking about filing for divorce? If so, you know that you will have some rough roads ahead. It is imperative to choose the best divorce lawyer to make sure your divorce case goes your way. High emotions are at stake. Over the years, I have gained significant experience handling divorces for clients who live in Deerfield, Illinois.

Clients in Deerfield are looking for a strong and experienced divorce attorney who can represent them during extremely draining times and oftentimes a long process. Below are some of the characteristics clients look for when hiring me.

Unrelenting Advocate

Deciding to divorce does not come easy especially if you have children. Obviously, you want the best possible results in a divorce case. There are many things involved in a divorce. Some are tangible such as finances and others are intangible. The Deerfield divorce lawyer you choose must be strategic, have a strong presence, and be a skillful negotiator. This can make all the difference.

Not all divorce cases end in the courtroom. In fact, most cases settle before a trial is necessary. Having the right arguments prepared ahead of time help settle these cases. However, if a divorce case proceeds to trial, you need an attorney who is experienced in the courtroom. I am very experienced in negotiating excellent settlements before a trial is deemed necessary and I am also prepared to go to trial in Lake County for my Deerfield clients.

Calm And Focused

During the divorce process, the critical decisions that are made at that time will be with you for years and even decades. You want things set-forth correctly the first time such as decisions related to your children, your living arrangements, and your finances. When your emotions are running high, your thought process and decision- making skills can be clouded. To keep you calm and focused, it is critical that you choose a lawyer who you trust, is responsive, and is always looking out for your best interests.

I understand what the risks are in a divorce case and know the Deerfield area. My goal is to help my clients make smart choices and ensure no detail — large or small — is overlooked. I pay attention to the small details.

Excellent Strategist

The family dynamics during a divorce are often complex, but it is important for the parties involved to make decisions based on facts rather than emotion. Mostly, this is easier said than done. I help my clients through that process and present facts in a straight-forward manner. I work to take as much of the stress of the divorce off of my clients as possible. I approach every case with an open mind and open ears so that I can best meet my clients’ individual needs.

As an experienced divorce attorney, I will help you get through the divorce process in Deerfield and provide you with solid advice. I will work together with you to make the best decisions for your future.

Divorce Processes I Can Use In Deerfield, Illinois

  • Litigated
  • Traditional
  • Contested
  • Uncontested
  • Collaborative
  • Mediation
  • Cooperative