Navigating the process of divorce can be complex and often requires the assistance of a skilled legal professional. However, concerns over legal fees can add to the stress. Divorce clients need to know how to minimize legal fees and keep their attorney’s fees to a minimum, but few ask questions as to how to do so. This
Continue Reading »Family law has seen a seismic shift in how parenting time, once known as visitation, is divided between parents over the last twenty years or so. Long gone is the presumption that children need to be raised primarily by their mothers, while fathers are relegated to the odd weekend and a few days during the
Continue Reading »When the term “restraining order” comes up, most people immediately think of orders of protection, often linked to situations of abuse or harassment. In contrast, during an Illinois divorce proceeding, a different kind of restraining order can come into play, one that’s less about personal safety and more about financial security. This legal tool
Continue Reading »Are you considering a divorce but are concerned about its impact on your Social Security benefits, especially if you’re near or at retirement age? This concern is understandable. Your ability to qualify for social security benefits after divorce depends on several factors. Both you and your ex-spouse have considerations to keep in mind, which we
Continue Reading »When it comes to legal proceedings involving children – specifically dissolution (divorce) and parentage cases – the state of Illinois has a clear mandate. As per Section 506 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/506), the court may appoint an attorney to represent the child’s interests in disputes related to
Continue Reading »Navigating through a divorce or family law case can be overwhelming, especially when the divorce was unexpected, or you haven’t had time to proactively prepare for the process. Many of our clients take the initial steps to file for divorce but then don’t take the time to start preparing for moving forward until they receive
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