Illinois law requires that a couple considering divorce live separate and apart for at least six months. This period is known as legal separation. By understanding what the law considers legal separation, couples can ensure the necessary steps are taken to make it possible to divorce at the end of the six month period. Even in a high net worth divorce, the rules for legal separation are the same. Understanding the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act Under Section 401 of the … [Read more...]
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Establishing Paternity in Illinois
When children are born out of wedlock in Illinois, establishing paternity is required to ensure a father's rights and the rights of his children are protected. Illinois law assumes paternity in families where the parents are married, but it does not when the father and mother are not married. Without established paternity, a child's rights to a father's property and other benefits, and the father's parental rights and privileges, can be at risk. How to Establish Paternity in … [Read more...]