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Religious-upbringing Clause in Marital Settlement Agreement

Published December 28, 2017

Categorized as Child Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Divorce Litigation

Religious-upbringing Clause Almost Cost an Ex-Hasidic Mom Custody of Her Three Children During the divorce process, most parents come to an agreement about how to raise their children. For the most part, this agreement is based on the way the parents were raised, or the way the parties planned on raising their children. For two

How Are Pets Treated in Dissolution Proceedings?

Published December 19, 2017

Categorized as Pet Custody

For many people, pets are more than just animals. They are beloved members of the family. So, what happens to pets when couples divorce? Currently in Illinois, pets or “companion animals” are treated as personal property in dissolution proceedings. If parties are unable to come to an agreement, then the court will want to know

Can my child speak to the Judge?

Published December 12, 2017

Categorized as Child Custody & Visitation, Divorce Litigation

In cases involving issues of parenting time and decision-making responsibilities, it is not uncommon to hear that a minor child wishes to speak to the Judge. Pursuant to Section 604.10 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/604.10), the Court may interview a child to determine the child’s thoughts and wishes.

Representation of Children in Dissolution and Parentage Proceedings

Published December 5, 2017

Categorized as Divorce Litigation

Pursuant to Section 506 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/506) an attorney may be appointed on behalf of a child in any proceeding involving issues such as parenting time, allocation of parental responsibilities, education, etc. A party can file a motion asking for the court to appoint an attorney

What if I don’t want to comply with a Court Order?

Published December 4, 2017

Categorized as Divorce Litigation

This is an issue which arises in many cases. From doing exchanges of financial disclosures, to doing driving for parenting time, there are many issues which Judges decide and put into court orders that the parties are not happy about. However, court orders MUST be followed. So, if something is in a court order, it

I Think My Spouse May File for Divorce – How Can I Prepare?

Published November 27, 2017

Categorized as Illinois Divorce

There are many different facets of preparation for a divorce, both physically and emotionally. One of the questions I hear the most often from potential clients is how they can prepare for for when their spouse may file for a divorce. Here is a summary of some items to consider from a Chicago divorce attorney: (1)

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Child Support

Visitation & Parenting Time

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Divorce & Property Division

Property Issues in Divorce

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Year: 2017

Religious-upbringing Clause in Marital Settlement Agreement

How Are Pets Treated in Dissolution Proceedings?

Can my child speak to the Judge?

Representation of Children in Dissolution and Parentage Proceedings

What if I don’t want to comply with a Court Order?

I Think My Spouse May File for Divorce – How Can I Prepare?

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