Gray Divorce in Illinois: What Couples Over 50 Need to Know

Gray Divorce in Illinois: What Couples Over 50 Need to Know

More Illinois couples over 50 are filing for divorce than ever before, and the legal and financial issues involved look nothing like the divorces most people picture. Key Takeaways: Gray divorce in Illinois often centers on retirement accounts, pensions, and long-term...
How to File for Divorce in Illinois

How to File for Divorce in Illinois

The Basics of Divorce Cases in Illinois If you’re considering ending your marriage, understanding how to file for divorce in Illinois is an important first step. Illinois allows couples to divorce based on irreconcilable differences without proving wrongdoing by...
Who Pays Divorce Lawyer Fees

Who Pays Divorce Lawyer Fees

Protect Yourself During Divorce Attorney Fee Decisions Illinois Divorce: Who Pays the Lawyer Fees? In Illinois, the common rule is simple. Each person usually pays for their own divorce attorney. But the courts have an important goal. They want a fair fight. If one...
The Whos, Whats, and Whys of Mediation

The Whos, Whats, and Whys of Mediation

Are you going through a divorce?  Has a mediator been appointed in your case and you are wondering what this means?   Basically, mediation is a tool that is used in cases involving disputes relating to a child or children.  In Illinois, it is mandatory when the...