Disclaimer: All facts gleaned from the filings stated hereafter are only as truthful as the petitioner. The tone of this article expresses a style of writing historically employed by America’s greatest writers and, as such, is for opinion purposes only. No intentional harm is due. Do not read if the topic of divorce (even your own) causes you emotional distress. Continue at your own risk.

In a significant development, Leslie Retcher has officially filed for divorce from Paul Langanki in Cook County, Illinois, on September 18, 2023. The couple’s marital journey, which began on April 15, 2017, in Chicago, has been marred by “irreconcilable differences” that have made further attempts at reconciliation impractical.

Leslie Retcher, represented by Nancy Herrera of Beerman LLP, has outlined her prayers in the filing, which include the dissolution of the marriage, barring both parties from receiving maintenance, equitable division of marital property, allocation of marital obligations and debt, contribution from each party towards attorney’s fees and costs, joint allocation of parental responsibilities, parenting time, and an order for Paul to contribute to their child’s expenses. Importantly, Leslie seeks an equitable share of the marital property while retaining her non-marital property.

The couple has one child, Maximus D. Langanki, aged four (4), and Leslie emphasizes that it’s in the child’s best interest for her to be awarded the majority of parenting time. Additionally, both parties should be barred from seeking maintenance from one another, as stated in the filing.

With Cook County as the battleground, this divorce case will delve into the equitable division of marital assets and debts, considering all relevant factors under Section 503(d) of the IMDMA. The couple’s accumulated debts and liabilities, whether in individual names or jointly, will be subject to equitable apportionment, ensuring a just resolution for both Leslie Retcher and Paul Langanki.

Please contact VowBreakers for access to documents related to the case.