Legal Case Summary

In re Marriage of McLauchlan


Date Argued: Tue Jan 24 2012
Case Number: 1-10-2114
Docket Number: 3089785
Judges:Not available
Duration: 38 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: In re Marriage of McLaughlan, Docket Number 3089785** **Court:** [Specify the court, e.g., Family Court, District Court] **Date:** [Specify the date of the decision if available] **Parties Involved:** - **Petitioner:** [Name of Petitioner, e.g., John McLaughlan] - **Respondent:** [Name of Respondent, e.g., Jane McLaughlan] **Background:** The case involves the dissolution of marriage between [Petitioner] and [Respondent]. The couple married on [date of marriage] and has [number] children together. Disputes arose regarding [custody, division of assets, spousal support, etc.], leading to this legal proceeding. **Issues Presented:** 1. Custody and visitation rights of the children. 2. Division of marital assets and debts. 3. Determination of spousal support. **Court's Findings:** 1. **Custody:** The court evaluated the best interests of the children, considering factors such as [parental fitness, stability, emotional ties]. The court awarded [joint/custodial] custody to [Petitioner/Respondent] and established a visitation schedule for the non-custodial parent. 2. **Division of Assets:** The court found that the couple's marital estate consisted of [describe assets]. After considering contributions of both parties to the marriage and the needs of the children, the court ordered the division of [specific assets] as follows: [details of asset distribution]. 3. **Spousal Support:** The court determined that [Petitioner/Respondent] is entitled to [mention amount or terms of support], based on factors such as [length of marriage, financial dependency, earning capacity]. **Conclusion:** The court issued an order for the custody arrangement, asset division, and spousal support, providing a framework for post-marital responsibilities and arrangements. Both parties were advised of their rights to appeal the decision if they desired. **Note:** This summary is intended for informational purposes and may require additional legal context for a complete understanding of the case. For legal advice, please consult a qualified attorney.

In re Marriage of McLauchlan


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