Lake County Illinois Family Law Blog
Why Would a Judge Not Grant 50/50 Custody in Illinois?
Many divorced parents in Illinois hope to secure equal parenting time with their children. While courts increasingly recognize the benefits of children having strong relationships with both parents, judges don’t automatically award 50/50 custody arrangements. Several important factors can lead a judge to determine that equal parenting time may not serve a child’s best interests. […]
Can Child Support Be Waived if the Custodial Parent Agrees?
Child support is an instrumental legal tool that helps provide for your children’s needs after a divorce or separation. However, not all family situations are alike, and you may wonder whether a custodial parent can waive receiving child support in unique cases. In today’s blog post, we’ll explain Illinois’s position on the issue. The Basics […]
Can a Spouse Hide Assets Before a Divorce in Illinois?
When a married couple splits up, one of the issues they may need to address includes dividing their marital property. However, some divorce cases in Illinois involve situations where one spouse attempts to conceal assets or income from their spouse or the court. But can a spouse legally hide assets during or in contemplation of […]
Do I Pay Child Support If My Spouse Makes More Money?
Many parents going through divorce find themselves confused about their possible child support obligations, especially when income disparities exist between spouses. A common question that arises is whether the lower-earning parent can still be required to pay child support when their ex-spouse has a higher income. The answer might surprise you: in some circumstances, a […]
Can You File for Child Support Before a Divorce in Illinois?
Yes, you can ask the court for child support before or even without filing for divorce in Illinois. You have the right to request support anytime if you and the other parent are living separately or facing marital problems. Illinois law (750 ILCS 5/505) protects a child’s right to financial support, no matter what happens […]
How Does Spousal Maintenance Work in Illinois?
If you are planning to file for divorce, have received divorce papers, or are currently going through a divorce, you may have questions about spousal maintenance and how it works in Illinois. Not every divorce case involves spousal maintenance, but it can be a critical and potentially divisive aspect of those it applies to. What […]