This varies based on what type of divorce you’re filing for. You must be an Illinois resident for at least 90 days before you can file a petition for dissolution. 

From there, if you’re filing for an uncontested divorce, it will generally take anywhere from a month to 4 months. If you’re filing for a contested divorce, it can take anywhere from 10 months to over two years. Read more about contested and uncontested divorces.

Attorneys at Marble are experienced in family law litigation and have helped over 20,000 clients nationwide with cases just like yours. 

No matter what you’re dealing with, our team is trained to get it done. We also offer clear pricing and the flexibility to pay over time.

At Marble, you’re hiring an experienced legal team for one part of your case at a time. By taking it step by step, you get a clear price for each service. This is called Limited Scope representation. We do it this way so you know exactly what’s included–and what it costs–before we start working.  

No divorce is exactly the same, but they typically include the following steps: 

• Drafting and filing the Petition for divorce or response to petition 
• Negotiating a Marital Settlement Agreement and if needed Allocation Judgment or going to trial 
• Final judgment

The cost of a divorce in Illinois depends on a number of factors in addition to the legal fees. Typically, an uncontested divorce is a faster and more affordable process than a contested divorce. There are also a number of other factors that can determine the cost, including but not limited to: how simple or complicated it is to serve the opposing party, how many assets there are to divide and whether there are children involved. If you choose Marble for your divorce in Illinois, we’ll provide a clear, fixed price for each step of your divorce. 

Yes, Marble offers financing options for divorces in Illinois. You can learn more here, but the best way to understand your options is to book a call with our team. To find a time that works for you, you can click here.

Yes. After an initial free call with the Marble team, where they’ll walk you through our process, you’ll connect with an attorney for a legal strategy session. There’s a one-time fee to reserve this time with the attorney. During this call, they’ll review the details of your case and walk you through a plan for moving forward. If you decide you’d like to work with us, we’ll then send over an agreement for you to sign and get started on your case right away. 

First, you should make sure you are eligible to file for divorce in Illinois. Either you or your spouse must be a resident of Illinois for at least 90 consecutive days before filing for divorce. 

It’s important to note that all divorces are different, but the following scenario outlines a typical process. Once you’ve determined you’re eligible, the first step is to hire an experienced attorney to help you through the often complicated divorce process. The attorney will help you file a petition for divorce. The next step is for a process server to serve your spouse (the “opposing party” in your case) with divorce papers. From there, the divorce proceedings can begin, which will vary depending on the type of divorce you’re seeking, your relationship with your spouse, if there are children involved, the asset division involved, among a number of other factors.

The process of filing for an uncontested divorce varies by county in Illinois. You can work with an attorney who will help you properly fill out the required forms and walk you through the filing process, or you can do it yourself, by downloading and completing the forms required by your county’s circuit court or the state of Illinois’ forms. 

It is possible to go through the divorce process without using an attorney. However, divorces are legally and emotionally complex. Divorce lawyers know all the state laws and are there to guide you through the process. Your attorney will make sure you know all your rights and obligations. They can advise you on what you should and shouldn’t do before and after filing for divorce to minimize conflict. They’ll also make sure that the paperwork is done correctly and completely. Also, if you don’t have a lawyer but your spouse does, you could be at a big disadvantage. The final divorce agreement could be biased and one-sided.  

Additionally, if you have children, debt, shared property, or individual assets that you would like to protect, it’s always advisable to work with a lawyer that has an understanding of the court system and is experienced in protecting their clients’ best interests.

Illinois does allow for spousal support under specific conditions, including the income of the parties. The duration of support is based on the length of the marriage. It’s always best to work with an experienced attorney who understands the system and can protect your best interests. 

Attorneys in Illinois need a degree from an ABA-accredited law school and to be admitted to the Illinois state bar. Attorneys at Marble in Illinois also must have a proven record of years of family law experience with all types of cases and issues both in and out of the court.