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How Are College Expenses Typically Divided in a Divorce?

For young adults across the United States, attending college is a milestone. It marks the end of one's adolescence and the beginning of one's adulthood, ending with a degree that will hopefully make him or her more marketable to potential employers. It can also bring a financial burden.

Calculating Interest on Overdue Child Support in Illinois (or Bring Lots of Pater and Pencils)

How to Calculate Interest on Past due Child Support

Divorce and Your Social Media Network

A recent Censuswide survey found that one in seven divorces in the United States are caused by social media. This is attributed to a variety of reasons

Can I Get a Modification of My Time-Sharing Plan if I’m in the Military?

Divorce is hard on military families, and can be even harder on children, especially when a modification is needed to enforce time-sharing agreements. Here’s what military members need to know.

When Should You File for Divorce?

Filing for divorce can be a tricky process if you don’t know the system. Here is some information that will make things a lot easier when preparing your case.

Paternity

Paternity establishes rights of the child, rights and obligations of the father

Child Custody and Support

Child support

Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Divorce - Legal Separation - Annulment

A brief summary between the differences between a Divorce, Legal Separation and Annulment.

Taxes and Divorce: Tips for Separated Illinois Couples

If you are currently separated and considering divorce in Illinois, questions on how this decision may affect your federal income tax return may cross your mind.

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