Author Archives: Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C.
Has COVID Had an Impact on Divorce in Illinois?
If you have decided to get a divorce in Schaumburg, IL, you are not alone. As couples are forced to spend time together under strict lockdown regulations, the Covid-19 pandemic has made divorce rates skyrocket to unprecedented levels. The pandemic also affected how courts handle these cases, but that doesn’t mean you should delay… Read More »
Understanding the Tax Implications of Divorce
Tax implications are the last thing that feuding or divorcing couples think about. While a Schaumburg tax implications attorney cannot ethically give you financial advice, they can ensure you are aware of what your tax situation may be like post-split. You may be eligible for a substantial tax refund if you claim your children… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions about Marital Property in Illinois
Property division is one of the most frustrating and contentious aspects of a divorce, especially regarding marital property. Besides deciding who gets to keep the family home, you also need to consider other factors that can impact your and your family’s future. Frequently Asked Questions about Marital Property in Illinois A Hoffman Estates divorce… Read More »
If Both Parents Are On The Birth Certificate, But Not Married, Who Has Custody?
Many couples can maintain a healthy, happy, and long-term relationship with a partner without getting married. However, if they decide to split up and there are children involved, they can end up in a contentious situation. As per Illinois law, the mother has sole custody of children until the father establishes paternity (whether they… Read More »
How Does a Cohabitation Agreement Protect Me in Illinois?
In 2016, the Supreme Court decided that unmarried couples cannot claim legal rights on each other’s property after they part ways. However, ending a long-term relationship is already a challenge, especially if expensive assets are involved. Deciding who gets what can be difficult in this case. Since Illinois courts don’t recognize common-law marriages, unmarried… Read More »
Who Is Responsible For College Expenses After Divorce in Illinois?
Illinois is one of the few states with a law that compels divorced parents to support their children’s education past high school and after they turn 18 years old. A child doesn’t have to be a minor to receive this support. This may be a blessing for single parents living under the poverty line,… Read More »
Do I Have To Pay My Ex-Spouse’s Debts In An Illinois Divorce?
Dealing with the family estate during a divorce can be one of the most stressful and contentious experiences you can go through. Whether you cannot agree on who gets the car, the family home, or money in a savings account, divorce can be challenging. Add debt division into the equation, and without the help… Read More »
How Property Division Is Decided in Illinois Common Law Marriage
Many couples are happy to live and raise children together without getting married. They can spend years with one another like a married couple, just without legalizing their union in the eyes of the state by signing a marriage license. This is called a common-law marriage in Illinois. However, a couple involved in this… Read More »
How Does Domestic Violence Impact a Divorce Settlement in Illinois?
Domestic violence is cruel and inhumane. It can make victims question their existence and sanity for years and is particularly painful for children. While divorce is an understandable solution, Illinois is a no-fault state. This means that this crime or any reason cannot be specifically cited or used as grounds for divorce. However, all… Read More »
Overview of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act
Not all marriages are meant to last forever. Whether yours is toxic, or you have fallen out of love with your spouse and vice versa, maybe it’s better that you go your separate ways. Before making that monumental decision, hire experienced Schaumburg divorce attorneys familiar with the updated Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage… Read More »