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Does Legal Separation Make Sense? Understanding Legal Separation vs. Divorce in Illinois

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Categorized as Divorce, Legal Separation

When a marriage becomes strained, couples face challenging decisions. Should they opt for a divorce or consider legal separation? Understanding the key differences between these two legal processes is important to make an informed choice. In Illinois, legal separation offers a path to living apart while retaining some marital benefits. However, it’s not the same

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Can Drug Use Impact Child Custody?

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Categorized as Child Custody

When child custody, which the state of Illinois now calls parenting time and allocation of decision-making, is an issue before the Court, the primary consideration by the Court is always going to be the best interest of the child/children.  There are a variety of factors that the Court must consider when determining the best interests

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Am I Ready to Hire a Divorce Attorney?

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Categorized as Divorce

As Chicago divorce attorneys, a common question we often hear from potential clients is, “When is the right time for me to hire a divorce attorney?”  People are often concerned about hiring an attorney too soon – what if their spouse doesn’t know they are contemplating divorce? Can they pay the retainer fee using marital

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