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What is Considered a “Dissipation of Assets” in an Illinois Divorce Case?
When a marriage breaks down, one spouse may decide it is better to hide or spend–or even destroy–certain assets rather than risk the other spouse gaining control of the property…
New Illinois Law Simplifies Process for Restoring Maiden Names After Divorce
An often-overlooked issue in Illinois divorce cases is whether or not a spouse–usually a woman–wants to revert to the use of her maiden or former last name. Many people simply…
Is a Divorce Obtained in a Foreign Court Valid in Illinois?
When it comes to divorce, Illinois courts will generally accept decrees issued by other states or foreign countries under a legal principle known as “comity.” But there are limits to…
Divorce and the Allocation of Parenting Time
One of the most sensitive issues in any Illinois divorce is deciding how to best share child custody–or as current state law refers to it, the “allocation of parenting time…
Property Division During an Illinois Divorce
Like most other states, Illinois follows the theory of equitable distribution when it comes to dividing marital assets in a divorce. This means the property and any marital debts will…
Experts Used in Illinois Divorce Cases
Some people are familiar with the court process and expert witnesses from watching legal procedural shows and movies. An expert witness is usually the “hired gun” who testifies on behalf…
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