January is one of the busiest months for divorce in Illinois. The holidays are over, routines are back, and a lot of people quietly realize: I can’t do another year like this. If that’s you, pause for a moment. Filing first and thinking later is one of the most expensive mistakes people make in divorce. What you do before you file can have a major impact on your finances, your parenting time, and how much control you keep over the process. Here’s what you should know before