The legal term for a “Divorce” in the State of Illinois is “Dissolution of Marriage.” Whether you are contemplating this step or the legal process has already begun, you may have questions and concerns about your rights. The most frequently asked questions include concerns about parental rights to children, maintenance or spousal support (formerly known as alimony), child support, pension and retirement accounts, rights to real and personal property, and how long will the case take.

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Whether you are facing marriage difficulties or have found yourself in the position of a defendant in our court system, Danelle can help sort out the facts and present favorable options.

The legal term for a “Divorce” in the State of Illinois is “Dissolution of Marriage.” Whether you are contemplating this step or the legal process has already begun, you may have questions and concerns about your rights. 

Often the most emotional issue that arises in a divorce case is custody of the children. Illinois operates with two types of custody situations, joint custody and sole custody. Most cases are resolved by agreement  ...

Paternity is the legal establishment of a relationship between a father and a child. Paternity cases deal with children that are born out of wedlock and establish the father and child relationship.