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Chicago Divorce Updates: Learn 3 Facts About Divorce That May Surprise You in 2025 and Where to Find Legal Help with Your Divorce in Chicago
It is perhaps a universal truth: divorce in Chicago (or anywhere for that matter) is never simple. Many people begin the process assuming they already know what to expect, but there sure is a lot of misinformation floating around. New information and research in 2025 continue to reveal surprising trends about who divorces, when,… Read More »
Are You Facing Domestic Violence in Your Marriage but You Are Afraid to Talk? Find Out Why You Should Disclose Now and What Can Be Done to Protect You
For many individuals who are married in Chicago, domestic violence is something they never expect to face in their relationship. Yet, the frightening truth of the matter is that it can happen in any household, regardless of income, education, or background. In Chicago, victims of domestic violence in their marriages often stay silent out… Read More »
AI Divorce Lawyers in Chicago: Are They Any Good? Find Out Three Reasons Why a Chatbot Cannot Replace an Experienced ‘IRL’ Chicago Divorce Lawyer and Where to Turn for Legal Help
Have you ever thought of using artificial intelligence for your Chicago divorce, instead of speaking with an “In Real Life” lawyer? For some, the notion is increasingly attractive. Indeed, some lawyers in Chicago are seeing an upswing of AI usage in family law cases. As one Chicago-area lawyer noted, “We’re really seeing a lot… Read More »
Are You Seeking “Full Custody” in Your Chicago Child Custody Case? Find Out How to Be the Primary Parent and Where to Get Legal Help Fighting for Your Rights
When parents separate or divorce in Chicago, there is no question that one of the most emotional and complex issues that they face is deciding who will have custody of the children. Many Chicago parents say they want “full custody,” but under Illinois law, the concept of custody has changed. Today, Illinois courts focus… Read More »
Celeb Child Custody Battle Highlights Impact of Alleged Drug Abuse in Custody Determinations
A recent and very public child custody battle between hit star and singing sensation Sia and her soon-to-be ex-husband Dan Bernad has drawn attention not just because of their celebrity status but because it raises a question many Chicago parents may face: how much do allegations of drug use really matter in a child… Read More »
October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Find Out How a Chicago Domestic Violence Lawyer Can Help You if You Are Facing Abuse and Violence in Your Marriage
October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the Chicago area, an important time to recognize and address the reality of domestic abuse and the support available to survivors. According to a recent report by ABC 7 Chicago detailing the importance of October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, “one in three women and one in four… Read More »
Illinois Woman Hit with Criminal Charges After False Report Against Estranged Husband in Child Custody Battle
What happens when a child custody battle is so heated that one parent decides to skirt the law in order to garner support for their side? The answer is that that parent may end up in hot water, and with criminal charges. This is what happened in a recent case in Illinois, and it… Read More »
The Deadbeat Parents Punishment Act of 1998: What Is It and Does it Apply in My Chicago Divorce Case?
Child support: when some parents in Chicago hear the word, they can get stressed, anxious, and even a little unsettled. Indeed, there is no question that the issue of child support is often one of the most contentious issues in divorce cases. This issue, however, can become increasingly challenging when one parent refuses to… Read More »
Dissipation of Assets in a Chicago Divorce: What Does it Mean and How Can I Get Legal Help if My Soon-to-Be Ex Has Spent Everything?
Let’s face it: for most individuals seeking a divorce in Chicago, the divorce process is already stressful enough. However, a sticky divorce can become even more complicated when the added complication of a spouse recklessly spending or hiding marital funds crops up. In Chicago and throughout Illinois, this type of conduct is referred to… Read More »
My Soon-to-Be Ex and I Agree It’s Time to Say Goodbye. Should We Scrap the Legal Fees and Use AI to Get a Divorce in Chicago?
For many individuals in Chicago in 2025, using AI to get to the bottom of a burning question has become almost routine. Indeed, AI, like ChatGPT, has become almost essential to some people, both at home and at their jobs. As such, in the modern day and age, if you and your spouse both… Read More »