Nobody wants to think about the day when they are no longer around. However, it is incredibly important to have a plan in place for when that occurs. You may think that because states such as Illinois will automatically grant ownership of your assets to your immediate...
Once your divorce in Illinois has been finalized, it can be difficult to stay in touch with your children. As the non-custodial parent, you don't necessarily see your kids every day. You might feel like you're being denied the chance to spend time with them and make...
Bankruptcy law in Illinois provides a legal way to get rid of certain debts, but many debtors have concerns about losing their jobs over it. In most cases, they will be able to keep their job, and bankruptcy could benefit them. While an employer may base hiring...
If two people are going through a tumultuous divorce in Illinois, a collaborative divorce might be the last thing on their mind. They can't imagine sitting down and having a calm, civil discussion with the person that they're trying to get away from. It can be...
In an Illinois divorce, a trial does not happen right away. Instead, it could take over a year to work through the pre-trial process. The bulk of the time is spent on something called discovery. This is when both parties exchange documents and information. Three parts...
Deciding to get a prenuptial agreement sounds like the kind of thing that could take all of the joy and romance out of an upcoming wedding celebration. There are several misconceptions about prenups, the first of which is that by having a prenuptial agreement in...
The divorce rate is close to 50%, so almost everyone in Illinois knows someone who's been through a split that was less than amicable. There are two big issues that people tend to fight about in a divorce. The first is custody of children, and the second is the...
It's important for parents in Illinois to take their children's needs into account when planning a divorce. For instance, it may be best to wait until your child is a certain age before ending your marriage. However, there are many other variables that you should keep...
Some Illinois parents find that they need to alter the child custody order after completing the divorce. They would do this by requesting a modification from the court. While it does require some effort, obtaining a custody modification is possible. The best interests...
With the introduction of marriage equality after the 2015 Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, also comes a wave of same-sex couples seeking divorce. If you live in Illinois and your marriage is coming to an end, you likely have unanswered questions about the...
