Perhaps your marriage began falling apart several years ago when your husband moved out of the house and into his own apartment while you remained in the marital home. Although your husband pays child support, spends time with the child, and helps you pay the bills, it is essential to recognize that this does not constitute a legal separation under Illinois law, and may have significant adverse consequences.
Although you may not see much difference, living apart and legal separation are two entirely different things. Now, your husband is asking for a divorce, and his list of demands is making your head spin. Because you haven’t lived together for years, you may have assumed that if he ever asked for a divorce, your life would continue in much the same way. This is a situation that requires a highly experienced Will County, IL family law attorney who can help you sort out all the issues.