Parental rights are fundamental in matters of allocation of parental responsibilities (formerly called “child custody”). Child custody in Illinois can become a central issue in
In the context of an Illinois divorce, transmutation of property refers to the conversion of non-marital assets into marital assets, making them subject to equitable division. Under the laws in
Understanding Asset Division in an Illinois Divorce One of the most important and often most complicated parts of any divorce is the division of property. In
Dividing property during a divorce in Illinois can be a complex process, requiring a clear understanding of what qualifies as marital property and how it
Child support obligations in Illinois typically end when a child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever occurs later. However, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of
Traditionally, establishing a parent-child relationship, or paternity, was necessary when the parents of a child were not married to each other. This is because Illinois
In Illinois divorces, the court often deals with complex legal, financial, medical, or psychological issues. To assist in resolving these matters, the use of expert
In July 2017, Illinois adopted what is known as an “income shares” model for calculating child support. This means that courts will calculate support using
During a divorce in Illinois or a Parentage Case in Illinois, issues revolving around child custody can be difficult and emotional for all parties involved.
