What is child support for? Obviously, child support is money paid for the support of a child. Generally, it is for the support of a minor child. In Illinois, child
What Is Non-Marital Property? Nonmarital property is property owned by one spouse. The Court has no jurisdiction over this property. A Judge cannot divide it and give some to one
What is Marital Property? Marital Property is property that a divorce court has jurisdiction to distribute between the spouses. Non-marital property is property of one of the parties only, and
Use of Prenups or Premarital Agreements in Illinois is on the rise. Individuals that have been divorced, or have children from previous relationships, or have substantial assets, either a business
What is Marital/Community Part of a Pension? In Illinois, and in most courts through the country, a divorce judge only has jurisdiction over marital or community property. This means that
