Illinois Divorce Details
Use DivorceWriter to complete your own Illinois divorce forms. You'll receive all the documents you need to get a divorce in Illinois, ready-to-file, with complete step-by-step instructions on e-filing. Division of property, debts, alimony, name change, and minor children (including parenting time, Illinois child support calculations, and more) are covered in the DivorceWriter interview and documents.
E-Filing Made Easy
E-filing is mandatory in all Illinois counties. DivorceWriter provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for e-filing using eFileIL including registering for an account and uploading documents for filing. There's no longer any need for multiple copies or a stressful, time-consuming visit to the Court Clerk's office.
State Residency Requirement
To file for divorce in Illinois, at least one spouse must be a resident of the state (or stationed in-state while a member of the armed services) for at least 90 days before filing.
Grounds for Divorce
While Illinois has several fault grounds for divorce, the vast majority of divorces in the state are filed on no-fault grounds. If you and your spouse have "irreconcilable differences" that have permanently damaged your marriage, you have met the grounds for no-fault divorce in Illinois.
Time to Complete
Uncontested divorces in Illinois are usually finalized 30-60 days after filing.
Types of Divorce in Illinois
Illinois has two divorce options, simplified and standard. Everyone is eligible for a standard divorce, but you have to qualify for a simplified divorce. The cost and time to complete both types are the same. DivorceWriter makes it easy to choose the right divorce type for you, and if you change your mind at any point, you can switch your paperwork at no additional charge.
Child Support
Prior to July 1, 2017, the standard child support calculation in Illinois was based on the following flat percentage of net income:
| # of children | % of supporting parent's net income |
| 1 | 20 |
| 2 | 28 |
| 3 | 32 |
| 4 | 40 |
| 5 | 45 |
| 6 or more | 50 |
As of July 1, 2017, however, the flat percentage has been replaced by the income shares model that is far more common nationwide. Under the income shares model, each parent is assessed his or her proportionate share of the basic child support obligation based on income. The income shares model has the advantage of taking additional expenses into account as well as the amount of parenting time each parent spends with the children.
If you and your spouse have agreed to a higher or lower child support amount than the amount calculated under the Illinois Child Support Guidelines, the DivorceWriter interview makes it easy to select a different amount.
What is included in the DivorceWriter Package?
- Includes all documents needed to complete your divorce.
- Property division, debt, and spousal support are covered.
- Child support, parenting plan, name restoration, and more.
- Receive your package instantly online, or receive by mail.
- Make unlimited changes for two years.
- Note: The DivorceWriter fee does not include the filing fee charged by the Court Clerk in your county.
Included Illinois Divorce Forms
Standard Dissolution
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage
- Entry of Appearance, Waiver, and Consent
- Stipulation for Uncontested Hearing
- Parenting Plan*
- Support Obligation Worksheet*
- Marital Settlement Agreement
- UCCJEA*
- Petitioner's Financial Affidavit
- Respondent's Financial Affidavit
- Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage
- Certificate of Dissolution VR-700
- Certificate of Mailing of Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage
*Used in divorce with minor children only
Simplified (Joint) Dissolution
- Joint Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage
- Joint Affidavit Regarding Separation of the Parties, Division of Property, and Waiver of Bifurcated Hearing
- Agreement as to Assets and Debts
- Judgment for Dissolution of Marriage
Cook County Standard Dissolution
- Judges' Contact Information
- Domestic Relations Cover Sheet (Form CCDR 0601)
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage
- Agreement or Default Forms
- Petitioner's Disclosure Statement (Form CCDR 0604)
- Family Support Affidavit (Form CCDR 0108)*
- Parenting Plan*
- Allocation of Parental Responsibilities*
- Support Obligation Worksheet*
- Marital Settlement Agreement
- UCCJEA (Form CCDR 0502)*
- Uniform Support Order (Form CCDR 0107)*
- Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage
- Court Reporter Information Sheet
- Uniform Prove-Up Sheet
- Order on Prove-Up
- Certificate of Dissolution VR-700
*Used in divorce with minor children only
Cook County Simplified (Joint) Dissolution
- Domestic Relations Cover Sheet
- Joint Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage
- Agreement
- Affidavit in Support of Joint Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage
- Judgment for Joint Simplified Dissolution of Marriage
What Our Customers are Saying
"Divorce is the toughest thing that I have had to ever face. DivorceWriter helped make the paperwork and process smooth, efficient, and as painless as possible. Everything was delivered as promised, I was allowed to make changes after my paperwork was delivered, and the judge had absolutely no questions whatsoever regarding the paperwork. It truly was a very easy process." -Jeff P.
