Deciding to sever a marriage is often an emotional experience. What follows can be even more challenging. Divvying assets can create increased tension between you and your soon-to-be ex. The process is even more complicated when a family farm is involved. Illinois’...
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How parenting time and responsibilities are decided
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...
Why you must disclose all of your assets during a divorce
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...
5 emotions your child might feel during your divorce
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...
How to prepare for a divorce
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...
Why is farm valuation so difficult?
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...
Can you co-parent from a significant distance?
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...
Who keeps the family business in a divorce?
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...
How will equitable division affect your assets after a divorce?
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...
How divorce affects a couple’s life insurance
Many married couples have life insurance policies naming their spouse as the primary beneficiary. Divorce impacts these policies, and the courts may dictate the changes. Term life insurance Policies that cover an individual for a set amount of time and pay a flat rate...