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Divorce and Family Pets By M. Scott Gordon When couples in Chicago file for divorce, we often hear about issues that arise from friends and family members, such as spousal maintenance worries or concerns about how the court will determine the allocation of parental responsibilities (formerly known as child custody). Couples also have anxieties about […]

Unanswered Questions About Spousal Maintenance in Chicago By M. Scott Gordon If you are in the process of getting divorced or are considering filing for divorce in Chicago, you may have questions about how the new spousal maintenance formula will apply to you. As an article from the Illinois State Bar Association explains, the new […]

Child Support and Private School Costs By M. Scott Gordon For parents who are considering divorce in Chicago, there are many questions related to child support and childcare that you should discuss with an experienced Chicago divorce lawyer. While Illinois law sets guidelines for determining child support payments, the judge can make a decision to […]

Civil Unions and Health Insurance Policy FAQs By M. Scott Gordon Background to Civil Unions and Same-Sex Marriages in Chicago Since June 1, 2014, same-sex couples have been able to legally marry in Chicago, according to a fact sheet from the Cook County Clerk’s office. Prior to same-sex marriage becoming legal in Illinois, our state […]