When a couple heads towards divorce and one party was the stay-at-home parent or homemaker, the courts take into consideration the non-monetary contributions to the home when considering things like alimony, distribution of property, and determining earning capacity. In Illinois, protections are in place to ensure the stay-at-home spouse is able to return to the workforce and succeed after the divorce is final. How a Homemaker Contributes to Household Finances In a marriage where one … [Read more...]
Homemaker Contributions in Illinois Divorce
