- DivorceGoing through a divorce is one of the most difficult times you will face in your life. The decisions you make throughout the divorce process will impact the lives of you and your loved ones and the consequences of those decisions can last a lifetime. Our office is comprised of caring and honest lawyers who know that divorce is an emotional time. Whether you and your spouse agree on the terms of the divorce or you are facing a contested divorce, having a skilled attorney on your side is the best way to move forward. Divorce impacts the lives of your children, as well as your lifestyle and financial situation. The Belleville IL divorce attorneys at Katzman & Sugden, LLC will guide you through this challenging time in your life, while always keeping your best interests in mind. In Illinois, the legal term for a divorce is dissolution of marriage.
- Child SupportOnce again, Christina has been outstanding during my child support case.She made the process easy and was very attentive to updates throughout the entire case. A complete sigh of relief! I highly recommend her services 100%.
- Child Custody and VisitationFamily legal issues involving children can be very complicated for every party involved. These matters are often highly emotional and legally complex. As such, they may not always make sense to people navigating cases like child custody — especially for the first time.
- Paternity
- Premarital Agreement
- Guardianship
- Spousal SupportDetermining whether you or your spouse are eligible for spousal maintenance (alimony), including the amount and duration of any possible maintenance payments;
- Legal SeparationFamilies going through issues pertaining to legal separation, divorce, child support, parenting time, or who need a prenuptial or post-nuptial agreement may find the process to be overwhelming. Family matters are often emotional, intense, and uncomfortable. The legal issues surrounding family law matters are quite complex and can require a great deal of time to resolve. If your family is facing a legal situation, you need to have a family law attorney in Belleville IL who will aggressively handle the matter, while always protecting your interests and the interests of your children first. We help our clients know what to expect and how to balance the emotional, psychological, and financial aspects of the matter to achieve a solution that works best for your family. Your family is the most important thing in your life and we are here to help when you and your loved ones are facing a contentious dispute or a difficult situation.
- Criminal DefenseCriminal defense attorneys are lawyers who represent criminal defendants in court. They may work with the prosecutor to see that justice is served, or they can seek to have charges reduced or dropped.
- DUI/DWIIncluding motorcycle crashes, hit-and-run accidents, drunk driving accidents, uninsured motorist accidents, and pedestrian and bicycle accidents.
- Wrongful DeathIn cases in which a loved one has passed away as the result of a negligent act, our firm can assist in filing a wrongful death claim on behalf of the close family. Our firm can fight for the maximum possible compensation in all types of catastrophic injuries, including spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, severe burns, disfiguring injuries, or other life altering damages. We understand exactly how important these claims are to the injured and their families and are committed to pursuing justice and a settlement that will provide for high quality medical care and support for the injured, as well as address the issue of pain and suffering and loss of quality of life in financial terms.
- Traffic Violations
- Drug Crimes
- Restraining Order
- Hit and Run
- Mergers and AcquisitionsA business attorney can be a client’s best friend if the client is involved with acquiring or selling a business; creating or operating a business partnership; incorporating or forming an LLC (limited liability company) or LLP (limited partnership); negotiating contracts with customers, suppliers, employees, landlords; dealing with mergers and acquisitions; financing the business; drafting employment policies; resolving disputes among partners; buying real estate for the business; licensing products for sale within certain industries like music or movies.
- Business FormationBusiness lawyers can also be seen as business counselors. They provide advice to business owners and managers about business law issues such as contract negotiations, business formation and dissolutions, protecting business intellectual property (IP), and protecting business interests in general.
- Business DisputesKatzman & Sugden, LLC is a business law firm located in downtown Belleville, Illinois. Belleville is located in St. Clair County in Southwestern Illinois, just a short drive east of downtown St. Louis, MO. Belleville is also the county seat of St. Clair County, IL. It is the most-populated city in the Metro-East region of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area and in Southern Illinois. Scott Air Force Base is located just minutes east of downtown Belleville. Because of its’ close proximity to the Base, Belleville receives a population boost from military and federal civilian personnel, defense contractors, and military retirees.
- Intellectual Property
- Workers CompensationWorkers’ Compensation is given to employees who have been injured in the course of their work. Workers’ Compensation laws were created to provide a benefit to employees after a work related injury. These taxes pay for medical care and part of the employee’s lost wages during recovery from the workplace accident. For those who are unable to return to work because of a workplace injury, workers compensation can also pays disability benefits as well.
- Wrongful Termination
- Premises LiabilityPremises Liability: We protect the interests of clients who have been injured on the premises of another individual or company, including slip and fall cases and dog bite injuries.
- Property DamageThe first thing you should do is seek medical attention immediately. If you feel that the accident was due to the other driver’s negligent behavior, it is important to speak with a Belleville IL injury lawyer as soon as possible after the incident occurred to ensure that you stay on the right track to help you get the compensation for your medical bills and property damage that you deserve.
- Personal InjuryPersonal injury claims arise when one person is injured due to the fault of another person or company. Our injury lawyers near me have the experience to fight for clients injured in any situation, including...
- Medical MalpracticeWhen you visit a doctor or go to the hospital, you expect to receive the medical care you need. You place your trust in doctors, nurses, and hospitals to use their experience and training to attend to your medical needs. Unfortunately, the reality is that medical providers make mistakes, which can be life-changing and life-threatening for their patients. The medical malpractice attorneys in Belleville IL at Katzman & Sugden, LLC provide the legal expertise and compassion when an unfortunate medical error causes harm to individuals and their families.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilityIn addition to filing a personal injury lawsuit, victims of slip and fall accidents may also be able to pursue other forms of compensation, such as filing a workers’ compensation claim or seeking Social Security Disability benefits. By consulting with an attorney, victims can get the help they need to determine which options are available to them and make informed decisions about how to proceed.
- Dog BitesEven though most dog bites occur near someone’s house in a neighborhood, some owners do make the mistake of bringing violent pets into public areas. If an incident where the dog attacks someone else within the premises occurs, both the pet owner and property owner can be held liable. Airports in particular have seen a number of animal-related incidents in the past. In December 2017, a five-year old girl in Portland made national headlines when she was attacked by an emotional support dog while waiting for her flight. Her family is now suing the dog’s owner for not taking better control...
- Slip and Fall InjuryWhen an individual suffers a slip and fall injury, the accident can range from minor to catastrophic. In any case, victims of slip and fall injuries may be entitled to compensation for their losses that result from the incident.
- Estate PlanningThe Belleville IL Estate Planning Lawyers at Katzman & Sugden, LLC personally sit down with you to determine your individual needs and draft estate planning documents accordingly.
- WillsEstate planning is not limited solely to making wills and trusts; many other types of plans can be made that benefit a person’s family after death, which may include funeral arrangements or organ donation.
- TrustsAn estate planning lawyer near me can work on a number of different tasks. In general, this will involve working with the client to develop an estate plan for them and their family. The types of plans created include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advanced medical directives, etc. This may also be known as a living trust that helps clients to avoid probate upon death. Prior to creating any kind of plan, the lawyer should review how the client currently holds title to property and what rights they have in that property. From there, legal documents can be drafted by the lawyer that grant them exactly desired while still being signed off by any necessary parties (such as spouses or parents).
- Power of AttorneyChristina helped me with my parents' wills and power of attorney. She was knowledgeable and professional and easily accessible. I highly recommend her!
- Probate