Anderson Boback & Marshall

10/20/2026

“How do I choose the right divorce attorney when my case is anything but simple?”

Start by looking beyond words such as “experienced” or “aggressive.” For a complex or contested Illinois divorce, specific answers matter more than marketing claims.

A case may be complex because it involves:

• Business ownership or valuation
• Hidden or difficult-to-trace assets
• Stock options, executive compensation, or pensions
• High-conflict parenting or custody disputes
• Relocation, substance abuse, or safety concerns
• A child with specialized needs

A case is contested when the spouses cannot agree and the court may need to decide. Many divorces are both complex and contested.

Read our guide to choosing a divorce attorney for a complex or contested case in Chicago: https://illinoislawforyou.com/blog/choosing-divorce-attorney-complex-contested-case/

Anderson Boback & Marshall serves clients in Chicago, Northbrook, and throughout Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will counties.

10/15/2026

“Equal parenting time means equal decision-making authority—right?”

Not necessarily.

Illinois law treats two separate questions:

• Parenting time: When the child is with each parent
• Significant decision-making: Who has authority over major choices involving education, healthcare, religion, and extracurricular activities

A parenting judgment may assign both parents responsibility in every category—or divide authority differently depending on the issue. A parent can have substantial parenting time without having sole authority over a school or medical decision. Likewise, a parent with less parenting time may still share responsibility for major decisions.

During their parenting time, each parent generally handles everyday matters such as meals, bedtime, homework routines, and daily transportation. Major choices—such as changing schools, approving non-emergency medical treatment, or committing to an activity that significantly affects both households—may require consultation or agreement under the parenting judgment.

If your order is unclear—or no longer reflects your child’s circumstances—Anderson Boback & Marshall can help you understand your rights and available options under Illinois family law.

10/14/2026

Illinois law allows grandparents to petition the court for visitation in limited circumstances. A close relationship with a grandchild, by itself, is not enough.

A grandparent generally must show that:

• A parent has unreasonably denied visitation
• The denial is causing the child undue mental, physical, or emotional harm
• A qualifying circumstance under Illinois law applies

Qualifying circumstances may include situations involving a deceased or missing parent, a legally incompetent parent, extended parental incarceration, divorce or separation, or unmarried parents who are no longer living together.

The court begins with the presumption that a fit parent’s decision about visitation is not harmful to the child. This means the grandparent—not the parent—has the burden of proving why court intervention is necessary.

The court may consider the history and quality of the relationship, the frequency of previous contact, whether the grandparent served as a caregiver, the child’s wishes when appropriate, the amount of visitation requested, and whether contact can occur without exposing the child to adult conflict.

Every family’s circumstances are different. If grandparent visitation has become disputed, Anderson Boback & Marshall can help you understand how Illinois law may apply.

10/14/2026

What makes an Illinois business-owner postnup hold up: full disclosure, independent counsel, and time. Anderson Boback & Marshall explains how.

An Illinois postnuptial agreement for a business owner settles one question in advance: if the marriage ends, what happens to the business? Today that answer is

10/13/2026

“Can I postpone my Illinois divorce trial if something prevents me from attending?”

You may request a continuance, but the scheduled court date remains in effect unless the judge approves it.

In Illinois family court, a continuance is a request to move a hearing or trial to a later date. It is not automatic, and simply notifying the other party—or even reaching an agreement with them—does not cancel the existing court date.

A judge may consider a request involving:

• A documented medical emergency
• The absence of important evidence despite diligent efforts to obtain it
• The unavailability of a material witness
• Qualifying military-service obligations
• Another circumstance the court considers sufficient

Timing and documentation matter. Waiting until the last minute, failing to explain why the delay is necessary, or appearing unprepared after having adequate time may weaken the request.

Read our blog to learn more about requesting a continuance of a trial date in Illinois: https://illinoislawforyou.com/blog/continuance-of-a-trial-date/

Anderson Boback & Marshall represents clients in Chicago, Northbrook, and throughout Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will counties.

10/13/2026

Most stay-at-home spouses sign postnuptial agreements without the protections they need. Anderson Boback & Marshall walks what to ask for.

You stepped back from your career to raise your family, support your spouse's business, or run the household. Much of what the family built rests on that work.

10/13/2026

Challenging a prenuptial agreement in Illinois is hard. Learn the two statutory grounds, how courts apply them, and realistic outcomes of a contest.

A prenup agreement is a tricky instrument. The purpose of a prenuptial or pre-marital agreement is to try and resolve as many issues as possible in the event

10/12/2026

Illinois prenuptial agreement guide: how courts check enforceability, what the process looks like, and where prenups fail. Chicago family lawyers explain

Everyone who has ever considered marriage in Illinois has heard the advice: get a prenuptial agreement. Almost no one explains what separates an Illinois prenup

10/08/2026

Thank you to our client for taking the time to share this thoughtful review.

Family law matters are deeply personal, and we never take the trust placed in our team for granted. Our goal is to provide clear communication, careful preparation, and steady guidance throughout every stage of the legal process.

We are grateful for the opportunity to have supported you during an important chapter and truly appreciate your kind words about our team.

Thank you for choosing Anderson Boback & Marshall.