Even if you are retaining a lawyer, this guide will be an invaluable companion throughout the divorce proceedings. If you follow each step carefully abd handle everything yourself, you will have to pay only filling and service fees. The guide is written in an easy-to-understand manner that will answer these questions and more: - What are the grounds for divorce?- How do I compute the one-year separation period?- When can I use the joint application procedure?- Can a father obtain custody of his children?- How much support can I demand?- What do I do if I can't find my spouse?- How do I notify my spouse if he or she is in another state?- What should I do if I was married in another country?

Anyone can obtain their own divorce without the expense of lawyer's fees. Written by an experienced lawyer, this easy-to-follow guide is one of the most complete and up-to-date publications on how to obtain an uncontested divorce in Illinois.Even if the person will retain a lawyer, this guide will be an invaluable companion throughout the divorce proceedings. In a frank and uncomplicated manner, this guide explains: - Legal separation- Tax aspects of separation and divorce- Preparation of documents- Custody of childrenThere are more than 43,000 divorces each year in Illinois, which ranks fifth in the greatest number of divorces per state. A divorce lawyer would charge approximately $1880 for a relatively simple divorce where there is property but no minor children. This book shows people how they can do it themselves, quickly, legally and easily