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On November 6, 2024, Shirlitta Dixson formally petitioned the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, to dissolve her marriage to Lamarr Dixson, citing irreconcilable differences that have led to an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. This case, filed under docket number 2024D008236 and represented by attorney Keelun Lawrence of Davis & Associates, LLC, reveals the complex layers often embedded within matrimonial proceedings, touching on issues of parenting, financial independence, and shared responsibilities.
The couple, married on September 22, 2016, in St. Charles, Missouri, are parents to a minor child, Saige Dixson, born in 2022. In her petition, Shirlitta requests joint decision-making authority for the child’s health, education, religious upbringing, and extracurricular activities, underscoring her commitment to a stable and collaborative approach to parenting. Additionally, she seeks primary parenting time, recognizing the importance of a nurturing environment that serves the best interests of the child.
Beyond custody arrangements, Shirlitta seeks equitable division of marital property accumulated during the marriage, along with retention of her non-marital assets. She further requests that each party bears their respective legal fees and financial obligations, with her petition explicitly asking the court to bar Lamarr from receiving maintenance or attorney’s fees from her, as he is deemed financially capable of self-support.
In her plea, Shirlitta emphasizes the necessity of child support as stipulated under Illinois law, while also petitioning the court to ensure fair allocation of any marital debts. This petition highlights not only the procedural aspects of marital dissolution but also the broader legal framework that aims to balance individual needs with collective responsibilities, particularly when a minor child’s welfare is at stake.
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