No Fault Found: Illinois’ No-Fault Divorce System
Learn about Illinois’ shift to a no-fault divorce system. Understand its benefits, requirements, and how it can lead to a less adversarial and more efficient divorce process.
Moving Forward with Positivity: Tips for Healing and Growth After Divorce, Part 3
Embark on a transformative journey of healing and growth after divorce. Discover empowering strategies to build a brighter future filled with purpose, joy, and renewed possibilities.
Moving Forward with Positivity: Tips for Healing and Growth After Divorce, Part 2
Divorce doesn’t have to be the end of your story. Discover empowering strategies to embrace growth after divorce to embrace change, create a fulfilling life, and thrive in your new chapter.
Moving Forward with Positivity: Tips for Healing and Growth After Divorce, Part 1
Divorce is a difficult journey, but it doesn’t have to define your future. Discover empowering strategies to embrace the healing process and build a happier life after divorce.
Busting Myths About Uncontested Divorces
Thinking about an uncontested divorce in Illinois? Don’t fall for these common misconceptions. Discover the truth behind uncontested divorces and ensure a fair and informed decision.
When Nothing Needs to be Fought, Why Have a Lawyer?
Why have a lawyer, even if you have reached agreements? An Illinois divorce attorney can make the legal process faster, simpler and might keep you out of court.
Why Your Divorce Lawyer’s Location Isn’t Everything
Choosing a divorce attorney is a big decision. You want to find someone who is experienced, knowledgeable, and who you feel comfortable with. However, one of the most common mistakes people make when choosing a divorce attorney is choosing the one closest to their house or close to the courthouse
Save Money by Agreeing on Divorce Terms
Divorce can be a difficult and emotional process on top of it being a confusing legal process. One of the most important aspects of divorce is the division of property. In Illinois, property is divided equitably, which is not always split 50/50. The court will consider a number of factors when dividing property, including the length of the marriage, the contributions of each spouse to the marriage, and the needs of any children. As a general rule, if it was created in your marriage, it is probably marital property, no matter how you categorize it in your life.
You Can Appeal but The Appeals Process is Not Like the Trial Process
Have you ever heard the phrase, “you can always appeal”? It is true but an option rarely taken. The process of appealing a ruling or decision is a legal right you have when you don’t agree with the outcome of a court case. But what exactly is an appeal and how does it work?
The Benefits of an Uncontested, Amicable or Agreed Divorce
Divorce is hard. Not only is it emotionally challenging, but the legal process can be long and expensive in some cases. One way to make things a bit easier is to consider if you and your soon-to-be-ex can agree on the outcomes. If that is so, the…