Robert B. Buchanan
Divorce and Custody Help: Ensuring That Each Parent Has Equal Rights.
Robert "Bobby" Buchanan is a seasoned practitioner that focuses his practice exclusively on helping parents through divorce and custody matters.
He is a 2019 recipient of the "10 Best" award for client satisfaction and a 2023 Illinois SuperLawyer.
His team at The Law Offices of Robert B. Buchanan has consistently achieved results for his clients, including:
- Secured regular parenting time for father who had not seen his two-year old son in over one year.
- Obtained 50-50 parenting time for father who had been marginalized to every other weekend before hiring lawyer and starting court process.
- Successfully re-gained custody for a father who had been falsely accused of abuse of his 6-year-old daughter.
- Obtained regular, unsupervised, parenting time and reduced child support for father who was only permitted to see child at the home of mother before hiring Joint Custody Advocates.
- Assisted mother of 5-week old daughter negotiate a joint parenting plan, which protected child and fostered healthy relationship between father and child.
(**each case is different and we can't guarantee any particular result**)
We have the experience necessary to assist in the following areas:
- Contested and uncontested divorces
- Contested and uncontested custody proceedings
- Establishing parental rights
- Establishing a court ordered parenting schedule
- Defending and prosecuting orders of protection
- Establishing child support and maintenance (AKA alimony)
- Other matters involving your parental rights and your children
Call us today to schedule a consultation!
- Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
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- University of California - Berkeley
- B.A. (2009)
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- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
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- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
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- Q. Is it better if I file or he. Does it make a difference?
- A: Depends on your case and goals. If you're asking the question, you should consult with a lawyer.
Corona is not affecting when you can file.
Are you wanting support or maintenance?
- Q. I have a proveup in my MSA does my ex have to prove up for the whole year or only from the time the divorce was filed?
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7 Insider Secrets To The Divorce Process
In this episode Attorney Robert Buchanan dives into some little known truths about the divorce process that can help you save time and money.
How Pet Custody Works in Illinois
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about those fuzzy family members: pets! The law has changed recently about what can happen with your pets in a divorce. In this episode he outlines what the law says exactly and what you should expect if you and your spouse have a pet that might be an issue in your divorce.
You Have An Easy Divorce If...
What are the hallmarks of an easy divorce? Attorney Robert Buchanan breaks down what it really takes to get in and out of divorce court fast.
Can You Divorce Someone That Doesnt Want To
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about whether you can get divorced if the other side doesn't want to. Learn how your spouse's cooperation or non-cooperation changes the process and what to expect going forward.
How To Cut Your Child Support in Half (And Some) in Illinois
This is not clickbait, folks! Learn the quirks of the Illinois child support law and how you can use it to your advantage.
Can you Get Divorced Before The House is Sold
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks logistics. Can you get divorced before the house sold? Or do you have to wait until after the closing table?
How Much Does Divorce Cost in Illinois?
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks money; specifically, attorney's fees. The cost of divorce can vary greatly based on what type divorce you have. Contested vs. uncontested. Kids vs. No Kids. Income disparity? Learn about the different types of divorce and the factors that can determine whether your divorce will be three, four, or five figures in attorney's fees.
How To Divide up Personal Property in a Divorce
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan gets practical and talks about a couple of methods for splitting up tangible property in a divorce in Illinois. This shouldn't be an issue of much conflict in a divorce if you take some common sense steps and lay some ground rules.
Why It Doesn't Matter Whose Name Is On The House in an Illinois Divorce
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan takes a look at why it doesn't matter whose name is on the house in a divorce in Illinois. Learn about the divorce related to the split of real estate and the important factors that determine how much equity you might be entitled to.
How Long Does Divorce Take in Illinois
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan tackles one of the most commonly asked questions in divorce land: how long is this going to take? He talks about the difference factors that play a part in the length of your divorce, and what you can do to speed up your divorce.
Agreed Divorce
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about it takes to truly have an agreed divorce in Illinois; that is a divorce where you and your spouse agree on everything. Sure, you both agree that you should get divorced, but do you agree on all the other things. How to split retirement, debt, the equity in the house? How to split parenting time? Child support? Maintenance?
Options for When You
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about some of your options in an Illinois divorce when you're both on the mortgage. Specifically, he focuses on situations when you have equity in your home, how to split the equity, and how to make sure you're not liable for the mortgage after the divorce is over.
What Happens if You Do Your Divorce Docs Completely Wrong
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about what happens if you do your DIY divorce docs wrong in an Illinois Divorce. Will the judge help you to fix your mistakes? Can you undo your mistakes? Before deciding that your divorce, "is just paperwork; what could go wrong..." learn about the consequences of doing your divorce documents wrong.
How To Draft a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about the nuts and bolts, bare bones, requirements of drafting a petition for dissolution of marriage in Illinois. Petition for dissolution of marriage is the formal request you make to the court to start the divorce process in Illinois.
Do You Have to Split Your Retirement with Your Spouse in A Divorce?
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about the basics of retirement account splitting in an Illinois divorce. When you have to do it; How you can avoid it; What the law says about it. The laws says that marital property must be divided equitably. How much of your retirement, or your spouse's retirement account is marital? What does equitable mean in the context of a divorce?
The Cast of Characters in an Illinois Divorce and Custody Case
In this episode, Attorney Robert Buchanan talks about the cast of characters in an Illinois divorce and custody case. Get prepared for the process by learning about the professionals you will have to work with to finalize your divorce. Every one knows about the judge and lawyers, but few know of the other key players that will be part of your case.