Before initiating the process, you and your former spouse could take measures to prepare mentally and emotionally for the divorce, such as discussing the situation as a family and reaching out to other relatives for support. This process can also require you to plan...
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Do you have to prove fault to file for divorce in Illinois?
Spouses cannot end their marriage just because they want to. Before they can file for divorce, they must have legal grounds to do so. Sometimes, these grounds are forms of misconduct, such as adultery or cruelty. Nonetheless, this does not always mean a spouse must...
Five ways to defend against a child custody modification
Although a child custody arrangement might seem like it’s going okay, you can suddenly and unexpectedly be hit with a modification request, filed by your child’s other parent. This motion can feel like a punch to the gut, threatening to reduce or even eliminate the...
Should you seek an attorney for your Illinois divorce?
The decision to enlist an attorney for your divorce largely depends on your unique situation. Whether you choose to seek legal counsel or navigate the divorce process on your own is entirely up to you. However, this significant choice warrants careful consideration as...