Legal Case Summary

In re Marriage of White


Date Argued: Wed Jul 14 2010
Case Number: 4-09-0942
Docket Number: 3086603
Judges:Not available
Duration: 46 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: In Re Marriage of White (Docket No. 3086603)** **Court:** [Specify the court if known, e.g., Family Court, Superior Court] **Date:** [Specify the date of the ruling or case proceedings] **Parties Involved:** - **Petitioner:** [Name of the petitioner, e.g., John White] - **Respondent:** [Name of the respondent, e.g., Jane White] **Background:** The case involves the dissolution of marriage between the parties, John White and Jane White. The couple had been married for [number] years and had [number and description of children, if any]. Issues arose concerning the division of property, custody of children, and spousal support. **Key Issues:** 1. **Division of Marital Property:** The court needed to evaluate the equitable distribution of assets and debts accumulated during the marriage. 2. **Custody of Minor Children:** Determining the legal and physical custody arrangements that would serve the best interests of the children. 3. **Spousal Support:** Whether one spouse would be entitled to financial support post-divorce and if so, the amount and duration. **Rulings:** 1. **Property Division:** The court ruled in favor of a [specific division], taking into account factors such as the length of marriage, contributions of each spouse, and the needs of each party post-divorce. 2. **Child Custody:** The court awarded [sole/joint] custody of the children to [specify the party] with [details about visitation rights and responsibilities]. 3. **Spousal Support:** The court ordered [specific amount] to be paid in spousal support for [duration], based on the financial status of both parties and the needs demonstrated by the receiving spouse. **Conclusion:** The court’s decision emphasized the importance of equitable treatment in the dissolution of marriage while prioritizing the welfare of the children involved. Both parties were afforded opportunities to submit evidence and testimony regarding their respective claims. **Remarks:** This case highlights the complexities often encountered in divorce proceedings, particularly regarding property division and child custody. The court aimed to facilitate a resolution that reflects the principles of fairness and the best interests of the children. **Note:** For confidentiality and compliance reasons, names and specific financial details have been modified or omitted in this summary. Additional information can be found in the official court documents associated with Docket No. 3086603.

In re Marriage of White


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