Streamwood, IL asked in Employment Law, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for Illinois

Q: Can I stay an illinois resident if a work in louisiana?

I have a house in illinois, drivers license, and car registration. Can I keep illinois residency while working in louisiana?

1 Lawyer Answer
James G. Ahlberg
James G. Ahlberg
Answered
  • Rochelle, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: As a general rule, a person maintains their residence until they leave to establish a new on with the intent of not returning to the former residence to live. If you've moved to Louisiana for 3 months to work, for example, you remain an Illinois resident. On the other hand, if you've moved all your belongings to Louisiana and don't plan to return to Illinois in the foreseeable future, you would no longer be an Illinois resident.

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