Finding A New Path Forward
In Illinois, child custody is now known as parenting time and division of responsibilities. The needs of the children come first and parents must stick to the plan and schedule determined by the court. The gender of the parent is not considered during the allocation...
If you are going through a divorce, you know how stressful the situation can be. This is especially the case when there is a ton of money on the line. Sometimes people try to hide some of their assets to reduce the value of their spouse’s potential settlements. But...
Your whole family feels the effects of the ending of your marriage with your soon-to-be ex. Divorce can unearth a plethora of intense emotions such as anger, loneliness, sadness and grief. Similarly to the adults involved, your child might cycle through the five...
Divorce can be challenging in many ways. It can be a blow to your emotional health, as well as your finances and your sense of community. Because of this, it can be a big step to take. Knowing how to prepare can make a significant difference in your outcomes. Take...
Farm valuation can be an important factor in divorce proceedings, especially in an equitable distribution states like Illinois. The farm must be properly valued before making decisions; however, accurate farm valuation can be difficult to achieve. Here are only three...
A tax deed is a document that often gets distributed when a property owner fails to pay taxes on their home, business, or piece of land. This transfers ownership of the property to the government so that they can collect the taxes that they expect. It can be...
Across the board, many sources and studies tout co-parenting as one of the best ways to raise children of divorce. Unfortunately, though, not all co-parents will have the opportunity to stay within close proximity of one another for the duration of their kid's...
When you and your spouse have dedicated a lot of time and money to a family business, it is challenging to decide what happens to it in a divorce. The two of you must agree on which of the following three options works best for you. Both of you keep the business Even...
While a deteriorating relationship leads to divorce, if you and your spouse have children, you may choose to work together to raise your kids. After divorce, keeping the children your highest priority can be more successful with a well-executed co-parenting plan....
Illinois follows a system of equitable division in divorce cases. This means that, rather than split belongings equally in half, a court will decide how assets should get distributed in a way that is fair to both parties. How this affects your assets will largely...