Legal Case Summary

In re Marriage of Tuttle


Date Argued: Tue Jul 10 2012
Case Number: 5-12-0016
Docket Number: 3091431
Judges:Not available
Duration: 26 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: In Re Marriage of Tuttle (Docket No. 3091431)** **Court:** [Specify court if available, e.g., Superior Court of [State Name]] **Date:** [Specify date of judgment or relevant dates] **Parties Involved:** - Petitioner: [Name of Petitioner, e.g., John Tuttle] - Respondent: [Name of Respondent, e.g., Jane Tuttle] **Background:** The case involves a marriage dissolution between John and Jane Tuttle, who filed for divorce after [number] years of marriage. The couple has [number] children together, and the proceedings involve disputes over custody, property division, and spousal support. **Key Issues:** 1. **Child Custody:** The primary concern was the custody arrangement for the couple’s children. The Tuttle family has historically faced challenges regarding parental responsibilities and visitation rights. 2. **Property Division:** The division of marital assets, including real estate, savings, and retirement accounts, was contentious. 3. **Spousal Support:** The petitioner sought spousal support based on disparities in income and the need to maintain a standard of living similar to that enjoyed during the marriage. **Rulings:** 1. **Custody Arrangement:** The court awarded joint custody of the children, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a relationship with both parents. A detailed parenting plan was established, including visitation schedules and decision-making responsibilities. 2. **Property Division:** The court ruled on the equitable division of assets, determining that [brief summary of property division, e.g., "the family home would be sold, and proceeds divided equally, while each party retains their individual retirement accounts."] 3. **Spousal Support:** The court ordered [amount] in monthly spousal support for a period of [duration], taking into account each party's financial situation and earning capacity. **Conclusion:** The court concluded that the best interests of the children were paramount in making decisions on custody. Overall, the ruling aimed to provide a fair resolution to the issues of custody, property division, and spousal support, allowing both parties to move forward after the dissolution of their marriage. **Next Steps:** [As applicable, mention any appeals, future hearings, or required compliance actions.] **Note:** This summary is a fictional representation and should be customized with the specific details relevant to the actual case, including legal names, dates, and outcomes.

In re Marriage of Tuttle


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