Our Illinois divorce attorneys fight for your fair share of marital assets. Divorce is emotionally challenging, and amidst the emotional turmoil, managing finances can quickly become a daunting task. People going through a divorce in Illinois need to be aware of the potential financial pitfalls that can arise during this complex phase because navigating the...
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10 Questions A Divorce Lawyer Will Ask When They Meet With You
If you are considering getting a divorce, you will likely meet with a divorce lawyer sometime in the near future. When that happens, you can expect the attorney to ask you several questions to help you better understand your legal rights and options. Below, you can learn more about the 10 most common questions divorce...
Read MoreThe Five Stages of Grief in Divorce
Make sure you have the right guidance throughout this time of transition. Divorce is a legal and economic process, but it's also a deeply personal loss. Even if you are the one initiating the divorce, you're still grieving the loss of what your marriage was supposed to be or might have been. It's not a...
Read MoreWhat Happens to Retirement Funds in an Illinois Divorce?
Not all retirement plans, savings, and assets are subject to division in an Illinois divorce. More and more divorces are happening later in life - with the average age of divorce being 46 in men and 44 in women. That's why it's natural for so many couples facing the dissolution of their marriages to have...
Read MoreStudy Finds Divorce Can Have Positive Effects on Work and Personal Life for Some Individuals
Divorce can provide opportunities for growth and fulfillment. According to Forbes Advisor, in 2021, there were 689,308 divorces across 45 U.S. states. While divorce is often seen as a negative in many societies and families, a new study reported by CNBC suggests that it can have a silver lining for both spouses. If you're considering...
Read MoreYour Guide to Alimony and Spousal Support in Illinois
Alimony can change the way you live. Make sure you have an experienced divorce lawyer on your side. One of the most contentious issues in many divorces is spousal maintenance, commonly also known as alimony or spousal support. Typically, alimony is provided when one spouse makes more money than the other spouse. The breadwinner will...
Read MoreHow Does Child Custody Work in Illinois After Divorce?
An attorney can help you understand your rights and options. Child custody laws in Illinois are designed to ensure that the best interests of the child are protected. In Illinois, both parents are assumed to have equal rights to the custody of their child. This means the court will not automatically award custody to either...
Read MoreHow Does Military Deployment Affect Child Custody in Illinois?
An attorney can help you navigate this complex process. There are many unique issues that can come up when members of the military go through a divorce. One concerns legal disputes about child custody. For example, what happens when the spouse who is an active member of the military gets deployed? In general, the custodial...
Read More5 Tips For Co-Parenting Over the Holidays
After a divorce, the holiday season can be a tricky time of year if you have kids. The first few holidays following a divorce can be difficult when you have children. You are still trying to figure a lot of things out in your life. Now you have to navigate a time of year that...
Read MoreDivorce Tips When You Own a Business Together
Navigate this complex process with experienced legal counsel. Ending a marriage is always difficult. Ending a marriage that is also a business partnership is even more difficult. When your career and finances are closely intertwined with your spouse's, untangling them can be a nightmare. These are situations where having the right divorce attorney can make...
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