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Does It Matter Who Files First in a Chicago Divorce?
Table of ContentsWho Files First Matters When Spouses Live in Different StatesTalk to Divorce Lawyers in Each State About Your SituationWhere the Children Reside Controls Parenting Time and CustodyThe Divorce Filing ProcessWhat You Need to Know If You File First in Your DivorceBeware of a Counter-Petition to Dissolve the MarriageImportance of the Date of FilingFiling Divorce First Impacts When You
Do I Need a Divorce Lawyer If We Agree on Everything?
Table of ContentsThink You Agree on Everything in Your Divorce? Don’t Overlook These IssuesAgreements Regarding the Marital Home:Addressing Life Insurance:Agree to Share Retirement Accounts:Agreements Regarding Division of Debts:The Marital Settlement AgreementAgreeing on Everything in Your Divorce Has Its Benefit You should have a lawyer – even if you agree on everything. You want to make sure that your divorce is
What is the “Waiting Period” for Filing for Divorce in Chicago, Illinois?
Table of ContentsWaiting Period Question 1:Do I have to wait to file for a divorce in Illinois after I move there from another state?Waiting Period Question 2:Is there a required “separation period” (and do I need a legal separation) prior to a divorce being granted?Speak with a Trusted Divorce Attorney in Chicago Before Filing for Divorce in Illinois The “waiting
Divorcing a Financially Abusive Spouse in Illinois
Table of ContentsCommon Questions About a Financially Abusive Spouse HOW CAN I GET MONEY TO DIVORCE MY SPOUSE IF I’M ONLY GIVEN A SMALL ALLOWANCE?HOW CAN I HAVE MONEY TO LIVE ON IF SHE CONTROLS ALL OF THE MONEY?WHAT CAN I DO IF HE IS HIDING MONEY?YOU OWN THE HOUSE OR ANY OTHER ASSET ACQUIRED DURING THE MARRIAGE EVEN IF YOUR
Before You File for Divorce in Illinois Consider This…
Table of ContentsWhat to Expect When You File For DivorceYou will spend time away from your children, including during the holidays.You will have more bills to pay and less income with which to pay it.Things To Consider Before You File for DivorceConsider if you want to serve your spouse divorce papers and how.You may second guess your decision.Illinois is a
Are Divorced Parents Required to Pay for College in Illinois?
Table of ContentsHow Much Will a Parent Have to Pay?Illinois Law Addressing Educational Expenses of a Non-Minor ChildWhat Qualifies as “Educational Expenses”Factors Used to Determine the Amount of ContributionThe court will take into consideration the following in determining how much, if any, a parent must contribute to their child’s college expenses:Is the Illinois Law Requiring Unmarried Parents Pay for College
Is It Too Soon to Call a Chicago Divorce Lawyer?
Table of Contents7 Signs It’s Time to Call a Chicago Divorce LawyerLarge Sums of Money Are Being Moved From Your AccountLarge Sums of Money ReceivedI Work A Lot, and I Do Not Want to Lose My ChildrenWill I Be Charged With Abandonment if I Leave the House?Is There Ever a Time That I Should Stay In The Home Though?Can I
