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Thoughts, insights and information about the divorce process. Nothing here should be considered to be legal advice. If you need legal advice, you need to hire a lawyer.

A Flat Fee Lawyer Can Save You Money

October 25, 2022

No one enters into a marriage expecting to get divorced, but unfortunately, it happens. If you find yourself in the situation where you need to get divorced, there are a lot of things to consider. Divorce can be an expensive process, but there are ways to save money. One way is by using a flat fee lawyer. Here’s what you need to know about flat fee lawyers and how they can help you save money on your divorce

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Marital Estate Division: Does it matter what a horrible person my soon-to-be-ex was?

October 21, 2022

In the State of Illinois there is one reason to get divorced: irreconcilable differences. The Courts do not consider reasons why the marriage broke down. Instead, the Court simply says, alright, its over, lets make it official.

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Divorce Trials are Nothing Like Trials in Movies

October 17, 2022

A divorce trial is considerably different than how it is protrayed in the movies or in TV Shows. They expose all the ugly and feel downright unfair.

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Some Signs Your Marriage Might be Over

October 14, 2022

There are some fairly common signs that your marriage is coming to an end.

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How Much Does a Divorce Cost? (Hint: It’s More Than You Think)

October 10, 2022

No one gets married intending to divorce. But, as the old saying goes, “Sh!t happens.” And when it does, it can get pretty pricey—especially if you’re not prepared for it. Here’s a short primer on how much a divorce can cost, both emotionally and financially.

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Searching For a Lawyer Online

October 3, 2022

In this day and age, anything and everything is just a click away. That includes finding a lawyer that can help you with your divorce or any other legal conflict you may be having. While it might be tempting to just go on the first search engine and pick the first lawyer that comes up (which was probably me), this might not be the best idea. Here are some pros and cons of searching for a good lawyer online to help you make a more informed decision

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Can you just send my paperwork to the judge so they can divorce me if my soon-to-be-ex will not sign?

September 27, 2022

The short answer is no. The system of law we have here is one where both sides get a chance to have their case presented to the judge. Not everyone takes this opportunity, and some waive it, but it is the right of due process.

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Can I Get an Annulment in Illinois?

September 25, 2022

Annulments are possible for people not validly married in the first place

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You Should Hire a Lawyer, Even for a Simple Divorce

September 24, 2022

Even if your divorce is simple, you should have a divorce lawyer help you.

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Legal Separation or Divorce?

April 4, 2022

For some people, a judgment of separation makes more sense than a divorce. However, there are differences between the two and they can affect you. For the purposes of this, a marriage and a civil union are treated as the same thing.

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