Divorce Decoded

Unpacking Family Law with Jonathan D. Steele

Expert insights on Illinois divorce, child custody, and family law from Chicago attorney Jonathan D. Steele. Practical guidance on property division, spousal maintenance, parenting time, and navigating Cook County courts — 786 articles and counting.

Social Media Evidence in Custody Battles
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In re Marriage of Springer, 2025 IL App (5th) 220378-U
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In re Marriage of Schonert, 2025 IL App (4th) 241115-U
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Password Manager Recommendations for Clients
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In re Marriage of Warren
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Subscription Service Asset Value
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What You Need to Know About Court to Hear Arguments on Faith-based Pregnancy Centers’ Challenge to State Subpoena
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Complete Guide to Divorce Costs: What to Expect and How to Budget for Your Case
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What You Need to Know About Court to Consider Billion-dollar Judgment for Copyright Infringement
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A Guide to Top Biglaw Firm Connects Their Associates with Bonus Money
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Top Biglaw Firm Connects Their Associates with Bonus Money
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A Guide to Second Amendment in the Spotlight
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The Double Dipping Debate: Business Valuation, Salary Normalization, and Maintenance in Illinois Divorce
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Top 5%: Jonathan D. Steele Named 2026 Leading Lawyer in Illinois
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In re Marriage of Liu, 2025 IL App (5th) 241199-U
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Openai Dealt Copyright Loss in German Music Case
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In re Marriage of Sowatzke
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In re Marriage of Maloney, 2025 IL App (1st) 241713-U
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In re Marriage of Spangler, 2025 IL App (2d) 240303
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A Guide to Hey, Maybe Don’t Serve Motions on Dead Opposing Counsel
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Hey, Maybe Don’t Serve Motions on Dead Opposing Counsel
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A Guide to Harbor Acquires Legal Tech Training Firm Encoretech in First Deal Since Baypine Investment
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Chief Judge Beach Restructures Cook County Domestic Relations: What It Means for Family Law Litigants
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DuPage County Court Restructuring: What It Means for Your Family Law Case
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Gray Divorce on the Rise: What High-Profile Splits Teach Us About Late-Life Separation
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Illinois HB 3247 and LGBTQ+ Children: How the Safe Schools Act Intersects with Custody Law
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New Illinois Law Protects Custody Information in Schools: What Parents Need to Know About HB 3247
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What You Need to Know About Texas Asks Supreme Court to Allow it to Use Redistricting Map Struck by Lower Court As Racially Discriminatory: a Comprehensive Guide
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Court to Consider Billion-dollar Judgment for Copyright Infringement: a Comprehensive Guide
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Understanding the Implications of No Wonder the Courtroom Scenes Are a Classic: Common Mistakes to Avoid
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