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An experienced divorce attorney can help you through complex situations. Divorce means living separate lives, and for a significant portion of divorcing couples, that includes living in separate states. Separations that cross state lines create special challenges in the legal process. This is one of many reasons why you need an experienced divorce attorney. At Courtney...

Many states endorse 50/50 custody plans for children following their parents' divorce. In Illinois, 50/50 joint custody means that both parents share decision-making and parenting time equally. However, while joint custody with shared living arrangements can be beneficial for some children, it doesn't always work out. Several factors can hinder the success of a 50/50...

Nearly 690,000 couples got divorced in 2021, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and National Center for Health Statistics. That’s roughly half the number of couples who got married in the same year. Factors that can lead to divorce People get divorced for many reasons, but often, it’s because a...

Our Illinois divorce attorneys fight for your fair share of marital assets. Divorce is emotionally challenging, and amidst the emotional turmoil, managing finances can quickly become a daunting task. People going through a divorce in Illinois need to be aware of the potential financial pitfalls that can arise during this complex phase because navigating the...

If you are considering getting a divorce, you will likely meet with a divorce lawyer sometime in the near future. When that happens, you can expect the attorney to ask you several questions to help you better understand your legal rights and options. Below, you can learn more about the 10 most common questions divorce...

Make sure you have the right guidance throughout this time of transition. Divorce is a legal and economic process, but it's also a deeply personal loss. Even if you are the one initiating the divorce, you're still grieving the loss of what your marriage was supposed to be or might have been. It's not a...

Not all retirement plans, savings, and assets are subject to division in an Illinois divorce. More and more divorces are happening later in life - with the average age of divorce being 46 in men and 44 in women. That's why it's natural for so many couples facing the dissolution of their marriages to have...

Divorce can provide opportunities for growth and fulfillment. According to Forbes Advisor, in 2021, there were 689,308 divorces across 45 U.S. states. While divorce is often seen as a negative in many societies and families, a new study reported by CNBC suggests that it can have a silver lining for both spouses. If you're considering...

Alimony can change the way you live. Make sure you have an experienced divorce lawyer on your side. One of the most contentious issues in many divorces is spousal maintenance, commonly also known as alimony or spousal support. Typically, alimony is provided when one spouse makes more money than the other spouse. The breadwinner will...

An attorney can help you understand your rights and options. Child custody laws in Illinois are designed to ensure that the best interests of the child are protected. In Illinois, both parents are assumed to have equal rights to the custody of their child. This means the court will not automatically award custody to either...