Chicago, IL
A Chicago divorce can mean long waits in busy Cook County courtrooms and tough logistics on top of an already stressful time. DivorcePlus connects you with experienced divorce coaches who understand Illinois's equitable-distribution process and help you navigate it with clarity, confidence, and dependable support.

  • Emotional Support During Divorce

    How can a divorce coach help me in Chicago? A coach offers a steady, judgment-free space to process emotions and regain clarity, so you can face each step of your Illinois divorce feeling grounded rather than overwhelmed.

  • Step-by-Step Guidance & Organization

    Is a divorce coach the same as a therapist? No. A coach is more action-focused, helping you organize, prepare for what's ahead, and take practical steps forward, while still giving you room to process the emotional weight of a Chicago divorce.

  • Communication & Co-Parenting Support

    Can a divorce coach help me co-parent in Chicago? Yes. Coaching helps you communicate calmly with your co-parent, lower conflict, and build schedules that work across Chicago's neighborhoods and suburbs.

  • Planning for Life After Divorce

    When is the right time to hire a divorce coach in Chicago? As early as possible. A DivorcePlus coach helps you set goals, rebuild confidence, and map out your next chapter from the very start.

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Co-parenting with confidence. Our parent coaches help you communicate with your ex, put your children's needs first, and build a stable, nurturing environment - even when things get complicated.

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Find tips for a smoother divorce at Divorce 101

The Discovery Process in Divorce: What It Is, What You Have to Turn Over, and What Happens If You Don't

By Richard Perque, family law attorney and former judge, and Leslie Bonin, family law attorney • October 26, 2026
A former judge and a Louisiana family lawyer on divorce discovery: interrogatories, document requests, what you must produce, and what happens if you don't.

The True Value of Community or Marital Property: What It's Worth, When It's Measured, and When to Stop Fighting Over It

By Richard Perque, family law attorney and former judge, and Leslie Bonin, family law attorney • October 26, 2026
A former judge and a Louisiana family lawyer on the true value of community property: valuation date, equity vs. market value, taxes, and when to stop fighting.

How to Answer and Fight Allegations of Drug Abuse in a Custody Case

By Richard Perque, family law attorney and former judge, and Leslie Bonin, family law attorney • October 12, 2026
A former judge and a Louisiana family lawyer on answering drug abuse allegations in custody court: testing, treatment records, recovery proof, and what wins.

The Discovery Process in Divorce: What It Is, What You Have to Turn Over, and What Happens If You Don't

By Richard Perque, family law attorney and former judge, and Leslie Bonin, family law attorney • October 26, 2026
A former judge and a Louisiana family lawyer on divorce discovery: interrogatories, document requests, what you must produce, and what happens if you don't.

The True Value of Community or Marital Property: What It's Worth, When It's Measured, and When to Stop Fighting Over It

By Richard Perque, family law attorney and former judge, and Leslie Bonin, family law attorney • October 26, 2026
A former judge and a Louisiana family lawyer on the true value of community property: valuation date, equity vs. market value, taxes, and when to stop fighting.