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