Benton H. Page Beermann LLP

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

Thank you to Leading Lawyers for this honor. I’m grateful to be included among such talented and dedicated attorneys.

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.

10/29/2025

Navigating a divorce can be one of the most significant financial transactions of your life. Here’s a helpful guide on dividing property, investments, and debt fairly and strategically:

https://www.bentonpage.com/blog/how-to-divide-your-property-and-debt-during-a-divorce

09/19/2025

I’m honored to be named a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Grateful to my peers and clients for their trust and support.

08/28/2025

Not every divorce means standing before a judge. Many couples resolve things through mediation or negotiation instead. Learn what really requires a court appearance and what doesn’t in our latest blog post:

By Benton Page, Family Law Attorney One of the most common questions I hear is, "Are we going to have to go to court?" The answer is yes. Every divorce goes through the court in some way. But for many people, that involvement is minimal. More and more couples are choosing to resolve the

08/25/2025

I'm honored to be recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America for Family Law. Grateful to be able to do the work I love and to be alongside so many talented colleagues.

06/02/2025

Read the latest on how to protect your business & investments during divorce:

What Happens to the Business You’ve Built? If you’re a business owner or have built investments over time, and you’re facing a possible divorce, you’re probably asking yourself the same question I hear from many of my clients:  What happens to everything I’ve worked so hard for? It’...

04/17/2025

Going through a high-conflict divorce?
This guide gives you practical steps to protect yourself legally and emotionally:

Divorce is difficult under the best of circumstances, but when you're in the middle of a high-conflict divorce, the experience is overwhelming. High-conflict divorces are emotionally exhausting, legally complex, and driven by manipulation, blame, or ongoing hostility between the spouses. Whether the