Allocation of the Marital Residence If you’re in the midst of a divorce proceeding, you may be wondering who, if anyone will be able to stay in the home. In Illinois, there are several different factors which determine who will be able to stay in the marital home, and throughout this difficult process it helps to […]
Divorcing in Illinois When your happily ever after seems to be taking a turn for the worse and divorce seems imminent, it can be an emotionally and physically taxing time. Therefore, it helps to be aware of the different grounds for divorce, and how they will impact your proceeding. One of the first steps is to file […]
What Happens When a Parent Abuses Time with Their Children? Divorce is hard on a family, especially when children are involved. Furthermore, when one parent abuses the allocated time with his or her children after divorce or separation, repercussions can occur. If a parent of a child does abuse parenting time, the court may provide an […]
Contested vs. Uncontested? In the state of Illinois as any other place, there are certain rules and regulations in regards to divorce. Furthermore, when one spouse decides he or she wants to end a marriage, it is important to understand the difference between a contested and uncontested divorce and what is involved in both. Contested Divorce A […]
Marital Property Divorce can be a messy process which can turn your financial and emotional world upside down. However, there are many steps you can take to ensure your finances are not severely impacted for years to come especially when there is a large amount of marital property at stake. In the state of Illinois, marital […]
What is a Personal Injury? A personal injury is an injury that happens to a person’s body, regardless of how it happened whether intentional or negligence. Furthermore, personal injury takes the shape of many forms and it is important to know the basics to help if you or a loved one finds yourself with a potential […]
Heard Will Donate $7 Million Dollar Settlement to Charity Even celebrities cannot escape the downfall of divorce. Furthermore, most recently, Amber Heard and Johnny Depp have settled their divorce for more than $7 million. Sadly, the large settlement of the divorce comes after Heard accused Depp of domestic violence allegations which in turn won her the […]
Help with Your Estate Planning Although it is typically not a topic many people like to think about, it is important to understand what goes into estate planning. Furthermore, when you work hard your entire life, you want to make sure your assets are controlled even after you’re gone. Even for people who live modestly, it […]
Divorce and Attorney Fees When you’re going through a divorce, it’s important to understand how will pay for the attorney’s fees which can sometimes be a high amount depending on the circumstances. Likewise, from time to time a court may make one of the divorcing parties pay the majority of the attorney’s fees based on his […]
Right to First Refusal During any divorce proceeding that involves minor children, the court will always favor in the best interest of the child. Such arrangements include awarding either one or both parent’s rights of first refusal to provide child care for the minor children. Likewise, right to first refusal means that if either parent intends […]
These frequently asked questions cover common divorce and family law issues in Missouri and Illinois. Each question is clearly labeled by state so updates remain easy to track over time. This page is general educational information and not legal advice.
Filing, no-fault rules, timing, and separation requirements—labeled by state.
Equitable distribution, the house, retirement accounts, and maintenance/alimony.
Best-interest standards, parenting time, and how support is calculated.
Pregnancy, hidden assets, relocation, domestic violence, and enforcement.