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Jan Elem-Colvin, 49, has filed for divorce from Deon L. Colvin, Sr., 53, in Cook County Circuit Court. The petition, submitted on July 3, 2024, underscores the irretrievable breakdown of their nearly 30-year marriage, which began on October 6, 1994, in Chicago. Jan is represented by Solutions First Legal Services, P.C., with Robin Becker as her attorney.
The couple, now living separately in Illinois and Texas, have three emancipated children: Nikia, 33, DeVon, 27, and Nya, 21. Jan’s petition states that irreconcilable differences have made reconciliation impractical and not in their best interest. She requests that Deon be barred from receiving maintenance, as he is capable of self-support.
Jan seeks equitable division of their marital property and debts, which include real estate, bank accounts, retirement plans, vehicles, and household furniture. The couple has accumulated significant marital debt, including mortgage and credit card obligations. Jan also asks for her non-marital property to be awarded to her exclusively.
Moreover, Jan calls for both parties to contribute fairly to their children’s post-secondary education expenses, despite the children being emancipated. The petition reflects a clear intent to dissolve the marriage while addressing the financial and legal responsibilities that have been shared over the years.
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