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Irreconcilable Differences as a Basis for Divorce in Chicago By M. Scott Gordon The concept of irreconcilable differences is relatively new as a basis for dissolving a marriage, and is a product of the evolution of marriage over the last few decades. Although every state now allows for couples to divorce on a no-fault basis, […]

Child Custody without a Court Order By M. Scott Gordon When a couple with children divorces, a judge will issue a child custody order as part of the process of dissolving the marriage. However, for parents who were not married when their child was born, and who have now parted ways, it is common to […]

Paternity Rules and Rights in Illinois By: M. Scott Gordon A father’s legal right as the father of a child is known as paternity. Under Illinois law, a baby born to married parents is automatically presumed to be the child of the husband. If a husband suspects that his wife’s child is not his, he […]

Chicago Child Custody – Moving Children Out of Illinois By: M. Scott Gordon If you are a parent planning to move with your child beyond Illinois state lines, but you have a custody agreement with the child’s other parent, there are some important rules to consider before you leave. Permanently Moving Out of State If […]