What is the difference between legal separation and divorce in Illinois? The key difference is that divorce results in a dissolved marriage, while legal separation does not. One reason individuals may choose to separate is to ensure they are confident in a decision to divorce. In order to legally...
When divorce arises, in many cases, grief does as well. Thankfully, due to grief being a universal experience, there have been many strategies devised to get through it. Here are some tips on how to grieve in a healthy manner, and create the best post-divorce version of yourself possible. Divorce...
Same sex marriage was legalized in Illinois with the passage of the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act. This law states that all laws applicable to marriage apply equally to same-sex and different-sex couples. Before its passage, Illinois allowed for same-sex couples to enter into civil...
When granting parenting time and decision-making responsibilities, the court takes into account what situation would serve the child’s best interests. Throughout parental responsibility cases, we take a detailed approach to gathering information. We strive to reach a successful outcome through...
The FDA has recently approved vaccine administration for children in the age range of 12-15. In turn, divorce attorneys across the United States are anticipating battles between co-parents on the horizon, pertaining to the decision to vaccinate their child. There were many disagreements between...
The path to a divorce settlement can prove complicated. It can become further complicated when the question of what to do with a business arises. It must be determined how your business will fit into the equitable division model laid out by Illinois law. The value of your business must first be...