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To end a marriage in Illinois, you must file a divorce petition in the county where at least one of you resides. Therefore, it may be wise to be the first to file if it is time to end your marriage and get a divorce. Learn why below, then speak to our Chicago divorce lawyers […]

When a woman gets divorced, she may feel overwhelmed and frightened about the future, especially if the other spouse is the primary breadwinner. How will you cope with finances in the future with the loss of income? Concerns about children’s welfare also are at the top of mind. If you have these questions, the womens’ […]

Divorce is never easy, but it helps to ease your mind if you understand the process. If you are considering divorce in Chicago or the Chicagoland area, you should be familiar with Illinois divorce laws. Learn about Illinois divorce laws below, then contact our divorce lawyers in Chicago at Gordon & Perlut, LLC if you […]

When a child’s parents are divorced, the family court will try to arrange a resolution where both parents have substantial parenting time and a role in significant decision-making involving the children. However, the court always considers the child’s best interests first. In cases where parental behavior could be a risk to the child, the court […]