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When parents divorce or separate, Illinois courts do not look for a winner between parents. Instead, they focus on what arrangement will best protect the child’s welfare, stability, safety, and development. This approach is called the best-interests-of-the-child standard. It guides decisions about both major choices for the child and how parenting time is shared. We […]

Gray divorce refers to ending a marriage later in life, usually when spouses are 50 or older. It can also mean the breakup of a long marriage after children are grown. While these divorces may seem simpler without child custody issues, the financial side is often more complicated. Couples may have spent years saving for […]

Divorce impacts more than just your home, savings, or income. Joint credit cards, mortgages, car loans, and unpaid bills can still affect your credit while your case is ongoing. Even if a divorce judgment assigns debt responsibility, you need to follow up to avoid missed payments or collection issues. Closing accounts without checking their terms […]

Dividing property is a key part of most Illinois divorces. Many people think an asset belongs only to the person named on the account, deed, or title, but that’s often not true. Property gained during the marriage can be marital property, even if only one spouse earned the money, bought the asset, or managed the […]