With almost half of all marriages in the United States ending in divorce over the past few decades, it should come as no surprise that divorce has become a very prevalent part of American culture. What the citizens of Illinois may find surprising to learn, however, is that regardless of …

When two people choose to dissolve their marriage in Illinois, they will have to reach mutual decisions about property division and sometimes child custody and support. Amicable parties might come to terms quickly and settle their divorce by filing court paperwork themselves, but disagreements frequently arise. To resolve disputes, people …

While estate planning might not be at the top of the list of things to do during a divorce for Illinois residents, it should not be forgotten because it can have powerful consequences in both the short and long term. There are some modifications that should be done during divorce, …

People in Illinois who are contemplating getting a divorce should consider whether it would be beneficial for them to finalize their divorce in 2018. They should be aware that certain tax changes that have resulted from the passage of federal tax laws become effective in 2019 and will affect financial …

For dads, one thing that may be a very high priority in a divorce is getting a solid amount of custody time with their kids. However, a recent study indicates fathers might find this particularly challenging here in Illinois. For each state, the report estimated how much time fathers, on average, get …