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Illinois Divorce: What They Hide From You Before You File - #79

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You've been thinking about divorce — maybe for weeks, maybe for months. You haven't told anyone yet. And the reason you're stuck isn't the relationship — it's that you don't know what would actually happen if you filed. In this episode, attorney Cynthia Toscano walks through the five things Illinois law says about divorce that most people don't learn until it's already underway.

In this episode:

  • Why Illinois eliminated all fault-based grounds for divorce in 2016 — and what that means for people who think they need a "reason"
  • The truth about separation requirements: Illinois has no mandatory waiting period when both spouses agree, and living in the same house can still count as separated
  • Why calling a lawyer isn't the same as filing — and how a consultation works without your spouse knowing
  • What actually happens to your finances and your kids in an Illinois divorce: equitable distribution, parental responsibilities, and income-shares child support
  • The single most important step to take before making any decision about your marriage

You don't have to decide today. When you're ready to understand what divorce would look like for your specific situation, call Sterling Lawyers at (312) 757-8082 or visit sterlinglawyers.com to schedule a confidential strategy session.