The termination of maintenance directly impacts the financial stability and future planning of divorced individuals. Maintenance provides essential support for the recipient's living expenses. So, its discontinuation can lead to financial hardships. On the other hand,...
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Proving a spouse dissipated assets during divorce
Divorces are never easy, especially when one spouse has been careless with money. Recovering dissipated assets adds an extra burden to an already stressful situation. However, proving dissipation in Illinois is not an insurmountable task. Understanding dissipation To...
Can you date before your Illinois divorce is final?
The short answer: Yes. Getting yourself back out there is not illegal while still finalizing your divorce. Illinois courts simplified their divorce provisions in 2016 by implementing a no-fault system. Cited as the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act,...
When do I stop paying child support?
Child custody and support are essential topics during divorce proceedings. Parents could have conflicting opinions on these matters. However, the court could intervene and settle child support issues. The court could determine the amount, duration and other parameters...
Hiding assets during a divorce can land you in jail
Your resentment may tempt you to withhold your spouse's share of the marital property during the divorce process. However, it is against the law not to declare all your assets. If your spouse can prove your wrongdoing, you may stand to lose more than you were hoping...
6 post-divorce tips for traveling with children
Traveling with kids after a divorce can be challenging, but with the right planning and consideration, it can be a great experience for everyone involved. You have the opportunity to bond with your children and create lasting memories. A well-planned vacation can help...
Things you should know about parent relocation in Illinois
To maintain the parent-child relationship, many separating parents create a parenting plan. This plan specifies each parent’s responsibilities and schedules with the child. One common schedule is where the nonprimary parent visits the child during weekends. This kind...
Can alimony payments end early?
The longer the marriage, the longer alimony payments may last. Illinois courts determine the length of payments by referring to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Calculating the duration of spousal maintenance is done by multiplying the length of...
Can I modify child support in Illinois?
As a child grows older, their needs and wants change as well. Moreover, a child’s parents can also undergo significant life changes. As a result, there are times when a child support order no longer works well for the parents and their child. Fortunately, Illinois...
Is it possible to refuse a divorce?
Is it possible to refuse a divorce? Sometimes divorce is your only option to get out of a broken marriage. After preparing yourself to push through with a divorce, it can be frustrating if your spouse refuses. However, your spouse cannot force you to stay in the...