Going through a divorce in the State of Illinois requires careful planning and compliance with numerous statutes, rules, and procedural requirements, which are constantly changing. Despite several "self help websites" and numerous forms available online, and from commercial vendors, it is nearly impossible to represent yourself adequately. Courts generally hold lay persons to the same standard as an attorney. Failure to comply with the procedural rules, as well as applicable statutes, can have a devastating impact on your case. In addition to knowing the rules and the applicable law, it takes a skilled family law practitioner to develop a comprehensive and strategic plan tailored to an individual client and their situation to obtain the best result possible.
