Harassment During a Divorce in Illinois
Divorce is never easy—but for some, it turns into a nightmare of harassment, intimidation, and emotional manipulation.
When a marriage begins to unravel, emotions often run high. Fear of losing assets, parenting time, or control can cause some spouses to lash out—verbally, emotionally, or even physically. If your spouse is using threats, insults, or pressure tactics to intimidate you during your divorce, you don’t have to just take it.
Harassment Is Not a “Normal” Part of Divorce
It might feel like this is just how divorces go—messy, hostile, chaotic. But harassment and aggression are not acceptable, and they’re not something you have to tolerate. When abusive behavior is ignored, it can set the tone for a future filled with fear, unfair settlements, and ongoing emotional distress.
You deserve better—and the law is on your side.
Step 1: Document Everything
This is your most powerful tool.
If your spouse is:
Sending threatening texts or emails,
Leaving hostile voicemails,
Harassing you on social media, or
Confronting you in person with aggression...
Save it all. Take screenshots. Keep a journal of in-person encounters. This kind of documentation is critical evidence in court, and it can be the difference between ongoing harassment and a court-enforced stop to the abuse.
Call the Grayslake law firm- AKL Legal, LLC to being strategizing your case.
Step 2: Get Legal Protection with an Injunction
You can ask the court for an injunction, also known as a temporary restraining order. This is a legal command that your spouse stop certain behaviors—such as:
Speaking negatively about you in public or online,
Contacting you outside of approved parenting communication, or
Harassing you in any form.
If your situation is more severe—where you fear for your safety—you may need to request a personal protection order instead. This provides stronger legal protection, and if your spouse violates it, they could be arrested. AKL Legal, LLC has extensive experience navigating orders of protection in Lake County and McHenry County.
Violating an injunction, on the other hand, requires you to file a contempt of court motion to enforce penalties.
Step 3: Work Closely with Your Attorney
If your spouse is refusing to cooperate, violating court orders, or acting aggressively, it won’t go unnoticed—especially when it comes to parenting rights. Judges take this behavior seriously, and it can significantly impact decisions around custody and visitation. Now is the time to hire or work closely with your attorney.
Make sure your attorney is aware of every instance of harassment. Your legal team can present this pattern in court and advocate for stronger protections and fairer outcomes on your behalf.
Above all, don’t give in to bullying. If your spouse is stalking, threatening, or manipulating you, it’s proof that they’re not ready to negotiate in good faith—and the court needs to know.
You Deserve Peace—During and After Divorce
If your spouse or ex is trying to control or intimidate you, take action. You have the right to complete your divorce without fear. At AKL Legal, LLC, we help clients in Lake County and McHenry County stand strong against harassment and move forward with confidence.
Call 847-262-9888 today to schedule your private consultation. Let us help you protect your rights—and your peace of mind.
