Law Office of Russell D. Knight

Law Office of Russell D. Knight Full service family law firm located in downtown Chicago. Call us today for more information.

09/23/2026

Don’t add fuel to the fire or your legal fees will increase and your bank account will decrease.

09/22/2026

Most Illinois divorce lawyers skip this trial weapon.

A Request to Admit lets you lock in your documents and key facts before trial. If your opponent doesn't respond, it's all deemed admitted.

Divorce lawyers are gladiators. Prepare like one. ⚔️

Can your divorce happen in two states?Yes, in some circumstances.Filing first does not always mean your state will decid...
09/21/2026

Can your divorce happen in two states?

Yes, in some circumstances.

Filing first does not always mean your state will decide every issue. Divorce, finances, and child custody can involve separate jurisdictional questions.

If you and your spouse live in different states, or your children have moved between states, where your case is heard can become a major issue.

Before you assume one court has control over everything, understand how jurisdiction works.

Read the full article on our website.

09/20/2026

As a father of two teenage boys, curfew is a conversation I have at home often.

A 16 year old out at 11:30 PM on a Tuesday is technically breaking Illinois curfew law.

Curfew for children under 17: 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, 12:01 AM to 6:00 AM on weekend mornings. It is a petty offense, a fine of $10 to $500, no jail time.

The exceptions matter. Your child is not in violation if they are with a parent, running an errand for you, going to or from work, or attending a school, civic, or religious function. And if an officer sees them and they simply go home, there is no violation.

Parents take note: knowingly allowing your child to be out past curfew unsupervised can get you cited too.

You're finally leaving. Before you pack a single box, read this.Most people think the risk of moving out is losing the h...
09/18/2026

You're finally leaving. Before you pack a single box, read this.

Most people think the risk of moving out is losing the house. It isn't. Illinois courts protect the status quo for children, and the children will almost never be ordered to move out with you. Walk out alone and you have handed the other parent a schedule where they have the kids every other weekend. Temporary schedules can be tricky.

There is a second option most people never hear about: asking the court to have your spouse leave instead. The statute, the standard, and why "we just argue constantly" can be enough are all in the full article.

Read "Who Gets To Live In The House During An Illinois Divorce?" at rdklegal.com

09/16/2026

PSA for single dads.📣

Being a father after divorce is not measured in occasional weekends and a few hours at the park. It is measured in presence. Your children remember who showed up for the ordinary moments, who listened when something went wrong at school, who paid for the things that kept their lives stable.

Emotional investment and financial responsibility are not separate obligations. They are the same obligation, and your kids know the difference between a visitor and a parent.

Your spouse keeps calling, monitoring you, or showing up where you are.When does that behavior become stalking?During a ...
09/16/2026

Your spouse keeps calling, monitoring you, or showing up where you are.

When does that behavior become stalking?

During a divorce, repeated unwanted contact and threatening behavior can have serious legal consequences. Documentation can also become important if you need to seek legal protection.

Learn what Illinois law says about stalking during divorce.

Read the full blog at RDKLegal.com. Link in bio.

09/14/2026

Nothing good happens while you live with your ex. I say that as a divorce lawyer and as a divorced dad. But if you have children, walking out the door creates a schedule, and Illinois courts protect the status quo for kids. The children will almost never be ordered to move out with you. Temporary schedules have a strong habit of turning permanent.

There is another route. Under 750 ILCS 501(c)(2), you can ask the court to have your spouse leave instead, if staying together jeopardizes the physical or mental well-being of either spouse or the children. Courts read that broadly.

Talk to a lawyer before you pack. Chicago, Illinois family law.

Read more on our website: https://rdklegal.com/who-gets-to-live-in-the-house-while-were-getting-divorced-in-chicago-illinois/

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Remarriage Can Change Your Support OrderIllinois courts treat remarriage as a substantial change in circumstances, openi...
09/14/2026

Remarriage Can Change Your Support Order

Illinois courts treat remarriage as a substantial change in circumstances, opening the door to child support or maintenance modifications.

Read more: https://rdklegal.com/a-new-spouses-income-after-an-illinois-divorce/

If a new spouse's income may affect your child support or maintenance in Illinois, contact the Law Office of Russell D. Knight for a free consultation — call (773) 334-6311 today.

09/11/2026

A $20 billion divorce with no court battle. Here's how Dan Gilbert did it. Would you get a marital agreement? Why or why not?

The founder of Rocket Mortgage and majority owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers ended a 30 year marriage without a single public fight over money. The reason is simple. Months before filing, Dan and Jennifer Gilbert signed a postnuptial agreement that resolved every issue arising from their marriage. By the time the divorce was filed, there was nothing left to litigate.

Their business, their philanthropy, and their privacy all stayed intact.

A postnuptial agreement is not reserved for billionaires. If you own a business, hold significant assets, or simply want certainty about how a divorce would unfold, this is a strategy worth understanding before you ever need it.

Questions about postnuptial agreements in Illinois or Florida? Send me a message.

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