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Benefits of a Marital Settlement Agreement

Published November 24, 2023

Table of ContentsWhat is a Marital Settlement Agreement?What are the Benefits of a Marital Settlement Agreement?Less Court TimeLess ExpensiveLess HostilityFaster Resolution The Illinois Court system promotes the parties settling their disputes by way of agreements. The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (the “IMDMA”) allows for parties to enter into agreements to resolve their

Benefits of Hiring a Female Divorce Attorney

Published November 17, 2023

Categorized as Divorce

Table of Contents#1 – Female Divorce Attorneys Are Good Team Players#2 – Female Divorce Attorneys Are Hard Workers#3 – Female Divorce Attorneys Are More Communicative About Your Options and Preferences#4 – Frequently, Female Divorce Attorneys Are MomsLooking for a Chicago Female Divorce Attorney? Contact Anderson Boback & Marshall Today When considering the best divorce attorney

What is a Substantial Change in Circumstances?

Published November 10, 2023

Categorized as Spousal Support

When a divorce is finalized, the court issues a judgment dissolving the parties’ marriage. When the parties resolve their divorce on agreement terms instead of a trial, the judgment consists of the settlement details, which are contained in a document called a Marital Settlement Agreement, which settles the financial concerns, and the Allocation Judgment, which

Do It Yourself Divorce Kits – What You Need to Know

Published November 1, 2023

Categorized as Divorce

Over the years, Do-It-Yourself Divorce Kits, or DIY Divorce Kits, have been gaining in popularity throughout the United States. They have been advertised as being “simple, affordable, and fast” and advertised as only taking “3 easy steps”. However, are these kits too good to be true? Let’s explore exactly what a do-it-yourself divorce is, what

Tips to Prepare for a Child Custody Attorney Consultation

Published October 29, 2023

Categorized as Child Custody

At the beginning of a child custody case, it can seem pretty daunting to contact an attorney to discuss the things that have been going on in your life and the lives of your children over the last few years. There are a few ways to prepare for a child custody attorney consultation, and the

What Does It Mean to Be an Unfit Parent?

Published October 23, 2023

Categorized as Child Custody & Visitation

Table of Contents10 Things Courts Consider Evidence of an Unfit ParentEvidence – Not Just Allegations Unfortunately, family courts frequently hear allegations of parental unfitness. It is one of the more regularly alleged allegations in a family court proceeding between the parties involved in child custody or dissolution of marriage action. Accusing the other parent in

Year: 2023

Benefits of a Marital Settlement Agreement

Benefits of Hiring a Female Divorce Attorney

What is a Substantial Change in Circumstances?

Do It Yourself Divorce Kits – What You Need to Know

Tips to Prepare for a Child Custody Attorney Consultation

What Does It Mean to Be an Unfit Parent?

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