Many parties believe the hardest part of their family law dissolution of marriage matter is behind them when they settle all of the terms of their agreement. However, things can get very complicated, despite the terms of the agreement being agreed to. For one thing, a divorce settlement agreement that is acceptable to the Court
Continue Reading »
There are certain instances when a judge may be substituted due to cause. However, more frequently, a substituting a judge is by right without any other explanation in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/2-1001. In domestic relations, an attorney may make the recommendation to their client to substitute a judge as a matter of right for
Continue Reading »
One question we are commonly asked at the onset of a divorce, is whether their spouse is entitled to a part of their pension or retirement. Most people assume that because the account is under their name and paid from their income, that the pension or retirement belongs to that person alone without any claim
Continue Reading »
Many parties who are going through a break-up or a divorce reside in the same household for a period of time subsequent to the break up. Some parties are able to do this without issue, and it can be a great cost-saving mechanism to only have to utilize resources to pay for one residence. Some
Continue Reading »
Many people may think there is a simple definition of “child abduction,” but it is not always the way you hear about it on the news. The law, codified at 720 ILCS 5/10-5, focuses a great deal on parental abduction, which is far more common than stranger abduction. Child abduction is known as: · Concealing or
Continue Reading »
When a party has issues with the custody or visitation of a child, those issues are usually adjudicated by the same judge that handles their divorce. However, when it comes to adult disabled children, the issues are more complicated. Section 513.5 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) allows a parent to
Continue Reading »
20 N. Clark Street, Suite 3300
Chicago, IL 60602
5 Revere Drive, Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062
By Appointment
Only
Text: 312-728-8424
Be the first to know about new family related articles, news, resources, and much more.
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation.
This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.
Copyright © 2025 All rights reserved.
