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What You Should Know About Changes to Spousal Maintenance in Illinois By: M. Scott Gordon If you have been thinking about filing for divorce in Chicago, you might know that Illinois law under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) stipulates guidelines for determining the amount and duration of spousal maintenance awards in […]

Unemployment and Child Support By: M. Scott Gordon As you may know, Illinois recently shifted to an “income shares” model for child support. This means that both parents in the Chicago area, regardless of whether one has more parenting time than the other, will contribute to the total child support obligation. Under the Illinois Marriage […]

Tips for Financial Security After Divorce By: M. Scott Gordon While many people who decide to file for divorce in Chicago are thinking about financial implications, they may not realize the full extent to which a divorce can change their lives financially. Not only will you be responsible for all the bills that you currently […]

How Infidelity Plays a Role in Divorce By: M. Scott Gordon There are many different reasons that marriages do not work out, from financial difficulties in the marriage to communication problems between the spouses. One of the primary reasons that couples in the Chicago area get divorced is infidelity. While infidelity frequently leads to the […]