Should I file for divorce first?
There can be advantages to filing first based upon the distance between litigants. You should consult with an attorney in the county where you reside.
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There can be advantages to filing first based upon the distance between litigants. You should consult with an attorney in the county where you reside.
Illinois is a no fault state, and thus his adulterous activities alone will be used against him for purposes of obtaining a more favorable property...
Generally speaking, the individual brings the civil action and the State brings the criminal action. If an Emergency order is granted, the...
Your question is unclear. If Husband was duly served, I am assuming Wife retained counsel on her behalf. If that lawyer is no longer involved, then...
You will need to find a special process server on your own, should you opt not to use the Sheriff's Office.
Unless unique circumstances are present, a dissolution of marriage action commences when personal service is made unto the Respondent. Based upon...
In order to get some relief, you should file a Petition for Rule to Show Cause (Indirect Civil Contempt). Attorneys fees may be available under...
On the facts presented, it's difficult to opine as to whether or not there is an abuse of discretion. In order to preserve the record, you should...
You should seek counsel at your earliest opportunity. In the interim, you should start gathering evidence (i.e. preserving text messages).
The factors the court considers when dividing marital property amongst the parties can be found in Section 750 ILCS 5/503 of the Illinois Marriage...