General Information Concerning Dissolution of Marriages A dissolution of marriage (commonly called a divorce) is a serious legal step that should not be taken without serious thought. If you are considering such a proceeding, you should note the following:

• It is in the best interest of each party to consult an attorney regarding the dissolution of their marriage.
  
• You should not rely exclusively on the information provided on this site. This site is intended only as a guide for self-preparation.
  
• Take advantage of marriage counseling services available to you in your community.
  
• If you use this joint simplified proceeding you will lose any right you have to maintenance (commonly known as alimony). Once you lose the right to maintenance in a legal proceeding, you can never again receive maintenance (alimony) from your former spouse.
  
• A judgment for dissolution of marriage (divorce) permanently settles all financial rights rising out of your marriage, including the right to property held in the name of your spouse. A judgment entered in a dissolution proceeding is final. You have a right to  appeal. Support and maintenance may be modified.
  
• You and your spouse remain married and cannot remarry until the judgment for dissolution is signed by the judge dissolving your marriage. To Contact:
  Will County Court House
  The Office of the Circuit Clerk
  14 W. Jefferson Street
  Joliet, IL 60432
  (815) 727-8592
  circuit_clerk@willcountyillinois.com
  

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