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A disciplined approach to resolution

The LaRocque Law Strategic Roadmap

phase 1

Foundation & Filing

Every strong resolution starts with a structured foundation. We skip the posturing and get straight to strategy: what you have, what you need, and what the court will require.

  • Intake & Discovery: We identify the financial and parenting pressure points that will drive your case.

  • Strategy Mapping: A roadmap built around your goals, your assets, and the realities of your courtroom.

  • Initial Filing & Service: Clean, precise filings that start the case on the right footing.

Client intake documents and laptop on a desk at a Chicago family law office
Bank statement and laptop used to prepare financial disclosures in an Illinois divorce

phase 2

Evidence & Stabilization

We stabilize the present to protect your future. By focusing on data over drama, we ensure that every temporary measure is a stepping stone toward the final resolution.

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  • Financial & Legal Discovery: A clinical analysis of all relevant data, assets, and liabilities.

  • Targeted Temporary Relief: When necessary, we secure immediate stability for child support, maintenance, or both—preventing conflict from derailing the timeline.

phase 3

Negotiation & Structured Resolution

Many cases are resolved here. We leverage the data gathered in Phase 2 to drive a more informed negotiation.

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  • Strategic Negotiation: We act as your lead negotiators, focusing on high-level settlements that avoid the cost and volatility of a courtroom.

  • Pretrial Conference: A final refinement of terms to ensure all legal and financial outcomes are secured before closing.

Attorney reviewing and revising a draft settlement agreement
Signed affidavit ready for a divorce prove-up hearing

phase 4

Finalization & Closing

The goal of our roadmap is a clean break and a secure beginning. We finalize the legalities with the same precision used in Phase 1.

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  • The Prove-Up: For settled cases, a streamlined final hearing to formalize your agreement.

  • Trial (If Necessary): While we prioritize efficient resolution, we are prepared to litigate if a fair settlement cannot be reached through negotiation.

  • Closing: Formal execution of all orders and the transition to your new chapter.

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