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How Will the Court Divide My Pension in a Divorce? By: M. Scott Gordon When you are getting divorced in Chicago, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/) requires all marital property be divided according to a theory of equitable distribution. What this means is any marital assets and debts will […]

Child Custody: Should We Let Kids Decide Where to Live? By: M. Scott Gordon When you have made the decision to get divorced and have minor children from your marriage, the matter of child custody can be a contentious and daunting one. If your children are slightly older and are voicing a preference for where […]

Getting Divorced Faster and Easier: Learning More About Joint Simplified Divorce and Uncontested Divorce By: M. Scott Gordon When you are thinking about filing for divorce in Chicago, you probably want to get through the process as quickly and painlessly as possible. Some parties may be eligible for a faster and easier divorce. The first […]

How Social Roles Affect Women’s Finances After Divorce By: M. Scott Gordon Social and cultural shifts in the last couple of decades have meant more women feel empowered to file for divorce and to live separate lives from their partners. Also, more women are earning more than their spouses in heterosexual marriages. However, women continue […]