What happens if I date but don’t live with my partner?

Dating on its own doesn’t generally affect spousal support, but if it leads to cohabitation, the court may modify or terminate payments.

Can cohabitation really end my spousal support?

Yes, Illinois law allows spousal support to be terminated if the recipient cohabitates with a new partner on a "continuing conjugal basis."

Can cohabitation affect my child support?

Yes, if there is enough evidence for a judge to find that the finances between you and your new partner are extremely intertwined.

What if I spend marital funds on my new partner during divorce proceedings?

Courts may view this as dissipation of marital assets, which could affect property division or result in reduced spousal support.

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How Dating After Divorce May Impact Spousal Support Payments in Chicago IL

Published January 17, 2025

Categorized as Divorce, Family Law

Once your divorce is finalized, moving on with your dating life may feel like the next step. However, under Illinois law, your dating choices, especially if they involve cohabitation, can directly affect your spousal support or alimony payments. This blog explores the legal distinctions between dating and cohabitation, how courts determine cohabitation, impact of dating

What Is Dissipation of Marital Assets or the Marital Estate?

Published January 15, 2025

Categorized as Illinois Divorce, Property Division

Dissipation of marital assets, or dissipation of the marital estate, occurs more often than you may think and can significantly affect the outcome of a divorce. If you’re contemplating divorce or ending your marriage, you may notice your spouse misusing marital funds or damaging shared assets in ways that clearly do not benefit the marriage.

Filing an Order of Protection Against Your Spouse During an Illinois Divorce: All You Need to Know!

Published January 10, 2025

Categorized as Family Law, Orders of Protection

An Order of Protection, sometimes loosely referred to as a restraining order, is a legal tool designed to safeguard individuals during high-conflict divorces and other personal disputes. In Illinois, however, the term “restraining order” often refers to a financial order preventing parties from transferring or disposing of assets during a divorce. This common misuse can

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