If you are hesitant to discuss or enter into a prenuptial agreement, consider that the alternative is allowing Illinois state law to dictate the
Modifying Divorce Orders or Vacating Settlement
It cannot be overemphasized that having an experienced family law attorney to obtain the most favorable divorce settlement agreement is crucial. A
What Is No Fault Divorce?
Divorce laws in the United States have undergone significant changes over the decades, shifting from requiring proof of wrongdoing in a fault-based
Life Insurance Policies in an Illinois Divorce
Many married couples with children will take out a life insurance policy to ensure their family is covered in the event of an unexpected death.
Transferring Ownership Interests of a Business in a Divorce
Transferring ownership interests of a business is common in a divorce settlement. When dividing martial assets in a divorce, the divesting (exiting)
Illinois Alienation of Affection Homewrecker Law
Prior to 2016, Illinois was among a handful of states that recognized lawsuits for alienation of affection, also known as the homewrecker law, when
Financial Affidavit in an Illinois Divorce
After retaining a divorce attorney, clients are asked to complete a financial affidavit with supporting documentation such as tax returns, pay stubs
Litigation, Mediation & Collaborative Divorce
When couples are considering divorce and do not agree on some of the issues, there is more than one approach to resolve disagreements. Litigation,
Contested and Uncontested Divorce in Illinois
If you are considering divorce, you may wonder about the difference between a contested and uncontested divorce. A contested divorce means that you