Cook County Family Law Blog
3 ways parallel parenting can make things easier with your ex
All parents want what’s best for their children, but after a contentious divorce, that may be the only thing that you and your ex have in common. Countless studies show that it’s the most beneficial after a divorce for children to have supportive relationships with...
3 signs you may be a good candidate for collaborative divorce
Ending your marriage is likely to be one of the more challenging life events you ever face. Nonetheless, your divorce does not have to involve a bitter and lengthy court battle. On the contrary, if you opt for a collaborative divorce, you and your spouse work together...
How do you pick the right executor?
Are you an Illinois resident working on your estate plan? If so, it is important to pick your executor. This person plays a pivotal role in how things proceed after your passing. They handle matters of your estate and deal with your loved ones one-on-one. Because of...
Should I choose a family member as my business successor?
Planning who will take over your business after you retire, step down or pass away is an important task to take care of while you still can. Some business owners start their companies as family operations, and they intend for a son or daughter to take over the...
What should you do with your family business when you divorce?
If a family business constitutes a major portion of your marital property, Illinois law requires you to divide it between you and your spouse in a fair and equitable manner when you divorce. But how do you do this? Forbes advises that you have three basic choices as...
How does Illinois divide property during a divorce?
The divorce process may seem overwhelming. Whether you filed for the divorce or your spouse, it may still take a significant toll on your emotional as well as financial wellbeing. One of the most significant aspects of a divorce is dividing property. The term may make...
Is there anything else I need to do once my divorce is finalized?
It is finally over. The divorce process seemed like it took forever. The child support and custody arrangements are in place, you and your ex-spouse sorted the money, and your new life is waiting to start. However, there is a niggling in the back of your mind....
Considerations in creating parenting plan
The divorce process is changing in Illinois. The state wants you and your child's other parent to work together, especially when it comes to making decisions about parenting. That is why the court refers to custody and visitation as parenting time. The idea is to...
Reducing emotional trauma through collaborative divorce
Couples in Illinois may worry about the upheaval of a divorce and what it will cost them, not just financially, but emotionally. If they have children, the concerns are probably double. Spouses do have an option to improve the process and the outcome for themselves...
When should I start thinking about writing my will?
Many Illinois residents may find it easier to put off their estate planning than to sit down and write their will. If you are one of them, you can hardly be blamed for not wanting to confront your own mortality. You may also feel that you have more important things to...
