Same Sex Marriage & Divorce Effective June 1, 2014, the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act granted same sex couples “equal access to marriage,” in particular: (a) all laws of this State
Illinois QDRO Form When dividing an Illinois pension plan, such as SURS, TRS, SRS or MEABF, the Illinois QDRO form, or the QILDRO form, is the starting point. The language
What Issues Can I Mediate? All. That’s the short answer, but also a nearly complete answer. If you are considering a divorce in Illinois, or a premarital agreement or a
What to Prepare for Mediation So you are lucky enough to have recognized, and have a spouse/ex-spouse or partner that has recognized, mediation as the best way to resolve your
The Most Important Part of a Premarital Agreement It is arguable that in Illinois, the most important component of a Prenuptial Agreement is the Exhibit listing each party’s income, and
