In re Marriage of Meyer-Fiedler, 2024 IL App (1st) 230458-U

In the case 2024 IL App (1st) 230458 involving the dissolution of marriage between Dianne Meyer-Fiedler (Petitioner-Appellant) and Robert Fiedler (Respondent-Appellee), the Illinois Appellate Court upheld the decision made by the Circuit Court of Cook County.

Following a trial, the circuit court granted a dissolution of marriage, where various issues arose, including the division of marital property. Dianne submitted motions to reconsider and vacate the judgment, arguing that the court's division was inequitable and alleging misconduct during the proceedings, including claims of fraud and improper ex parte communications.

The appellate court found that Dianne failed to provide a sufficient record to substantiate her claims regarding property division or any alleged misconduct or fraud. The lack of a report of the proceedings impeded the ability to review her contentions. The court noted that Dianne's financial affidavits were deemed untrustworthy, and Robert's affidavits were credible, leading to a property distribution that favored Robert based on the evidence presented.

Dianne's requests for the removal of fines and judgments against her and her appeal of the contempt order were also rejected. Ultimately, due to the incomplete record and Dianne's failure to provide compelling arguments or evidence to overturn the circuit court's orders, the appellate court affirmed the lower court's ruling in favor of Robert.