New Illinois laws are heading our way effective January 1, 2016. On the list are laws ranging from the treatment of animals, law enforcement and DUI's
Dividing Retirement Funds in Illinois Divorce – QDRO’s
Dividing retirement assets such as 401ks, 403bs, and pensions as part of a divorce settlement require a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). A
Changes to Illinois Child Custody Law 2016
Effective January 1, 2016, changes to Illinois family law will effect the Illinois Marriage and Dissociation of Marriage Act (IMDMA) with regard to
Illinois “10 Best” Family Law Attorney Award
What to Do With the House – Illinois Divorce Law
When it comes to dividing property in a divorce, the family home is often a couple's largest asset. Deciding what you are going to do with the house
Illinois Uncontested Divorce FAQ’s
An uncontested divorce is one in which you and your spouse work together to agree on the terms of your divorce. Usually it is a matter of filing the
The Pros and Cons of Separating Before Divorce in Illinois
If you and your spouse are considering a divorce, but first want to try a period of separation to see if the issues driving you apart can be resolved,
Dividing an Illinois Business in a Divorce
A business is considered property, which may be divided when spouses divorce depending on whether the business is considered marital or separate
Illinois Termination of Parental Rights
Can I terminate my parental rights or that of my ex-spouse? This is a question that comes up from time to time from divorcing or already divorced