One of the most difficult parts of being a co-parent in child custody cases is communicating with the child’s other parent. You both want the same thing, a great life for your child(ren). You don’t want a bunch of drama with your ex or with the child’s other parent. That’s why people frequently put off
Continue Reading »For many couples, the thought of a prenuptial agreement seems like a hex on the marriage, like you’re dooming it to fail by contemplating a possible end. But the reality is that all marriages will end someday, either through divorce or death. In either situation, it is important to be sure that financial protections are
Continue Reading »In an Illinois divorce, any property, money, or debts acquired during the marriage is considered marital property and must be divided between the husband and wife. So however, if you are concerned about keeping certain assets separate or protecting assets from division in divorce, there are a few things to keep in mind. 3 Ways
Continue Reading »High asset divorces typically involve many different types of assets which need to be allocated or otherwise divided. Generally, this includes retirement accounts. Retirement accounts are most commonly 401(k) accounts or Individual Retirement Accounts (also known as “IRAs”). Occasionally, they will involve a pension, which is another type of retirement account. In the divorce settlement
Continue Reading »Typically, unless both parties want a divorce equally and agree to do things quickly and without litigation, both parties are going to incur attorney’s fees and court costs throughout the dissolution of marriage proceedings. The general rule for attorney’s fees in the United States is that both parties pay their own legal fees. Despite this
Continue Reading »In divorce and parentage cases, “the best interest of the child” is a phrase often thrown around by judges and lawyers. But what does it mean? The phrase sounds like it is vague and easy to cross standards. Still, the courts use a specific list of factors in the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage
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