Benton H. Page Beermann LLP

06/29/2026

Your divorce case just entered the digital age. From screenshots and text messages to AI-generated content, courts are grappling with new questions about what evidence is real—and what isn’t.

Illinois courts are now confronting tough questions: Can someone fake a text message with AI? Is a ChatGPT conversation part of your case? What evidence can you trust? Read more here:

AI isn’t just changing how we work and communicate. It’s changing divorce cases too. As Illinois attorneys and judges encounter AI-generated content, deepfake evidence, and digital communications in court, they’re wrestling with entirely new questions. How do you know what’s real? How do you...

05/26/2026

When children are involved, divorce becomes about far more than ending a marriage. Learn more how courts approach parenting time, parental responsibilities, and decision-making after separation:

In divorces involving children, one of the most important issues is how parental responsibilities and parenting time will be divided between both parents. While every family situation is different, courts focus on creating arrangements that support the child’s best interests and long-term well-bei...

04/09/2026

Going through a divorce and wondering how it will affect your taxes? This 2026 update covers filing status, support payments, property transfers, and key Illinois rules to understand before you sign a settlement. Read more:

Learn how divorce impacts your taxes in 2026, including filing status, alimony rules, asset division, and key tax changes to plan for during and after divorce.

03/31/2026

Worried your spouse can block the divorce by refusing to sign? In Illinois, no one can stop your right to a divorce.

Learn more here: https://www.bentonpage.com/blog/divorce-settlement-documents

03/11/2026

“Can I change divorce lawyers mid-case?” Clients can switch counsel almost anytime, subject to court approval. But timing, costs, and coordination matter. Read more and learn how to decide what’s best for your goals:

Can I Change My Divorce Attorney Mid-Case?

03/05/2026

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01/26/2026

Explore how spousal support works in Illinois and what factors can influence maintenance decisions:

Learn how spousal support (maintenance/alimony) works in Illinois in 2026

12/09/2025

Preparing for a life together includes the tough talks. Explore key prenup considerations for Illinois couples:

Learn how to prepare a prenuptial agreement in Illinois, what it should include, and the key legal considerations every couple should understand before marriage.