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In a move signaling the end of a brief but contentious marriage, Stephanie Ann Paytuvi filed a petition for dissolution of marriage against Alexis Gregory Paytuvi in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, on February 28, 2025. Represented by attorney Jessica Malmquist of Greenwich Law Group, LLC, Stephanie, 55, cites irreconcilable differences as the cause of the marriage’s breakdown, stating that reconciliation is neither practical nor in the best interests of either party.

Married on August 21, 2021, in Chicago, the couple spent just over three years together before parting ways. According to the petition, they have been living separately and no children were born of the marriage. The filing underscores Stephanie’s financial contributions throughout their time together, claiming that her efforts helped acquire and sustain marital assets, including real estate, stock options, and retirement funds, all of which now require equitable division by the court.

In addition to seeking a fair division of assets and debts, Stephanie is requesting spousal maintenance, asserting that she lacks sufficient resources to support herself post-divorce. She further petitions the court to bar Alexis from receiving maintenance, citing his financial independence and earning capacity. Moreover, she seeks an order compelling Alexis to cover her attorney’s fees and legal costs, while he is expected to bear his own expenses in the proceedings.

The petition reflects a decisive legal effort to sever financial and marital ties, leaving the court to determine the final terms of their dissolution. As the case moves forward, the division of their shared assets and financial obligations is set to become the central point of contention.

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