Joint Custody versus Sole Custody – What’s the Difference? One of the largest misconceptions parents have prior to splitting up or going through a divorce is related to the difference between sole, joint custody, and residential custody. Prior to beginning divorce or child custody proceedings, many litigants mix up the terms “sole custody” and “joint
Read MoreWhat is Supervised Parenting Time in Illinois?
When a parent has supervised parenting time in Illinois, it means that someone is charged with chaperoning the parent during their parenting time. Sometimes it is a paid person and sometimes it can be a trusted friend or relative. It can also be a social worker and the visit can take place at the parent’s
Read MoreWhat Happens with Divorce and Pension Plans?
Many people are concerned about divorce and pension plans and what will happen to those plans and any other retirement accounts upon finalization of a divorce. People seem to think that if the pension plan is solely in their name (which it typically is), then their pension is theirs alone and they do not have
Read MoreBEWARE: Tips to Avoid Mistakes in a Custody Battle
If you find yourself about to begin a custody battle or fight for parenting time, there are some things you want to keep in mind and some things you want to avoid making the process smoother and better for everyone. Keep in mind that a fight over custody is difficult for everyone involved, including the
Read MoreThinking of Spending or Hiding Money Before Divorce? Think Again.
Should you be hiding money before divorce? Or, what about spending or transferring money before divorce? I seem to get a lot of questions like this lately. When people are considering a divorce and seeking out a divorce attorney, they always want to know what they can do with their money. Can they take all
Read MoreMediation in Family Law Cases
In family law cases, clients often wonder what is mediation and if they should do it. Mediation is not binding on you, and typically a neutral mediator will sit down with both parties in an attempt to reach an agreement. When you “mediate” you are bringing out issues you would like to resolve. Both parties
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