Going through a divorce during tax season requires balancing Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rules with specific state laws. As the deadline for filing nears, you must understand the critical implications of your divorce on taxes. Your marital status at the end of 2025...
Dividing property is typically necessary during divorce proceedings. Spouses must identify their marital property and then negotiate reasonable or fair terms for splitting up those assets as a means of separating their finances and lives. As an equitable distribution...
When the economy feels uncertain, divorce can seem like a risk you're not ready to take. You might be thinking about rising costs, unstable income or whether you can afford to live on your own. And if you've read articles or online threads that ask, "How are people...
We are proud to share that lead attorney Gail O'Connor has been recognized by Ten Leaders, an organization dedicated to showcasing experienced and qualified professionals. Inclusion in Ten Leaders is based on years of practice, area of focus, and peer recommendations,...
In today's digital age, technology plays a significant role in divorce proceedings, offering both benefits and potential pitfalls. Technology can streamline the divorce process through automation, virtual consultations, and online support groups. However, risks of...
Co-parenting after a divorce can be challenging, even for the most communicative and collaborative spouses. The transition from a shared household to separate ones often brings unexpected difficulties as coparents move in different directions. This is where a clear...
A study by the organization behind the website Custody X Change looked at the differences between states in how much parenting time fathers get when they’re divorced or otherwise no longer with their co-parent. Illinois came in a dismal 47th out of 50, with fathers...
Sharing parental rights and responsibilities can prove challenging. Parents in Illinois who no longer live together still generally have shared responsibilities to their children. They must spend a certain amount of time with them in accordance with the court order...
In Illinois, a prenuptial agreement can trigger fear and many other emotions for couples. Anxiety and misconceptions can cause people to delay or avoid drawing up the agreement, which could cost them if they choose to divorce. The following points explain how a...
Divorce is a reality for married couples in Illinois who can't work things out. Some divorces are simple matters resolved in a few days. But that's not always the case, especially if you divorce an executive. An important part of what makes that so complicated...
