While a divorce ends a marriage, the concept behind annulment of marriage is that it vacates the marriage as if it never validly existed. The term "annulment" has origins in religious doctrine. The laws of the State of Illinois describe an annulment as "invalidation of marriage." The judgment that grants an annulment of marriage under Illinois law is known legally as a … [Read more...] about Annulment in Illinois: Essential Insights and Steps
Family Law Resources
Family Law encompasses a number of types of law practice, including divorce, custody, child support, guardianship, adoption, and more.
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The Art of an Amicable Divorce
Divorce is often associated with animosity, lengthy court battles, and emotional turmoil. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. An amicable divorce is a more peaceful and cooperative approach that allows couples to separate without the drama and without the trauma. This guide will help you navigate the complexities of achieving an amicable divorce and provide strategies to … [Read more...] about The Art of an Amicable Divorce
Your Divorce Settlement: Key Steps for a Fair Agreement
Embarking on the journey of divorce can be daunting. With numerous legal, emotional, and financial challenges, parties can be left feeling overwhelmed and directionless. What if there were a way to navigate this complex process with increased efficiency and minimal delay? A divorce settlement agreement is a legal contract that can save you time, money, and emotional anguish. In … [Read more...] about Your Divorce Settlement: Key Steps for a Fair Agreement
Your Prove Up Hearing in Your Illinois Divorce Proceeding
Imagine a couple who has decided to end their marriage amicably. They have reached agreements on all aspects of their divorce, including property division, child custody, and support. In Illinois, the final step before officially dissolving their marriage is the prove up hearing. The prove-up hearing is meant to be the finalization date of the divorce. Upon prove-up, the … [Read more...] about Your Prove Up Hearing in Your Illinois Divorce Proceeding
Navigating Gray Divorce: Essential Insights for Baby Boomers
As the baby boomer generation ages, a new phenomenon called “gray divorce” has emerged, characterized by couples divorcing later in life. This increasingly common trend brings unique challenges and considerations that may not be present in divorces among younger couples. Factors driving the spike in gray divorce are complicated, multi-faceted, and often based on cultural or … [Read more...] about Navigating Gray Divorce: Essential Insights for Baby Boomers
Child Support Enforcement
Child support enforcement comes in a variety of forms. The most serious form of child support enforcement usually comes from the Judge in child support court. However, there are multiple tools for enforcement that are administratively applied. In other words, there are only two general sources of child support enforcement: enforcement through the Courts and enforcement through … [Read more...] about Child Support Enforcement
What is No-Fault Divorce?
No-fault divorce is how lawyers refer to a divorce without "legal grounds." States that do not have no-fault divorce require that "grounds" or a specific legal basis be proven as to why a divorce should be allowed and granted. Most states in the United States previously had divorce laws on the books that required either or both parties to present evidence to prove the existence … [Read more...] about What is No-Fault Divorce?
Illinois State Disbursement Unit – Navigating the SDU as a Parent
The Illinois State Disbursement Unit (ILSDU or SDU) plays a vital role in ensuring that child support payments are managed and distributed efficiently and effectively, thus benefiting thousands of children across the State of Illinois. The ILSDU serves as a centralized hub for the collection and distribution of child support payments through modern technology. This article … [Read more...] about Illinois State Disbursement Unit – Navigating the SDU as a Parent
Right of First Refusal in Illinois Custody Cases
In your parenting plan or child custody agreement, the well-being of the child should always be the top priority. Many Illinois Courts operate on the assumption that a time between a child and parent is generally preferred over time between a child and non-parent. One tool used to address this concern is the "Right of First Refusal." This legal concept plays a crucial role when … [Read more...] about Right of First Refusal in Illinois Custody Cases
Is Illinois a Community Property State?
The division of assets during a divorce is a critical aspect of family law, and it often leads to questions about the marital property laws that govern the legal process for people going through a divorce. The phrase "community property" has a variety of different meanings, both in terms of the legal definitions and in colloquial use. Some states in the U.S. apply community … [Read more...] about Is Illinois a Community Property State?
