Going through a divorce can deal a financial blow to a person in Illinois, especially if the individual has been financially dependent on his or her soon-to-be-ex. Fortunately, spousal maintenance may be awarded if one divorcing party has a monetary need and the...
Getting married in Illinois can be both exciting and scary -- exciting for those who believe they have found their soul mates -- but also scary due to the fact that the marriage may not work. This is particularly a concern for those who are entering into marriages...
One of the touchiest parts of going through a divorce in Illinois is figuring out how to split assets with one's spouse. This is because the decision made during a divorce regarding assets has a long-term impact on a person's financial situation long after the divorce...
Arriving at a divorce settlement that is pleasing to both parties going through the divorce is seldom easy. This is especially true when financial issues are at the heart of the divorce. A few tips may help people in Illinois to navigate the divorce process in a...
Although couples often fight over the marital home and other significant assets during an Illinois divorce proceeding, one of the greatest areas of contention is often child custody. Both parents may naturally want to keep the kids, thus leaving the children...