Author Archives: Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C.
How Does Adoption Impact Child Support In Illinois?
If you intend to adopt a child, you probably are thinking about ensuring the child fits in and is comfortable in your home. However, in the case of divorce, you may have questions about how adoption will affect child support in Illinois. Below is important information to consider about this critical topic. If you… Read More »
Things That Can Cause You To Lose A Custody Battle In Illinois
When parents divorce, and children are involved, they must arrive at a child custody agreement. These matters involve who will make significant life decisions for the child (legal custody) and how they will divide parenting time (physical custody). However, this issue is often one of the most challenging in divorce because most parents want… Read More »
Things To Make Sure Your Attorney Includes In Your Divorce Settlement
Divorce is a complex and painful situation, but you are not alone. Time reports that 39% of marriages in the US end in divorce. Creating a settlement agreement representing your best interests is one of the most essential parts of a divorce. Some compromise is inevitable, but getting the divorce settlement right will give… Read More »
Questions To Help You Decide If Divorce Is Inevitable
Having struggles in marriage is normal, but if a couple has enough serious disagreements about critical issues, it may be time to consider divorce. However, it is difficult to know in many situations if divorce is the right decision. Divorce is a huge step in your life, so ask yourself the questions mentioned below… Read More »
What Are My Options If My Ex Is Denying Visitation With Children?
When you file for divorce in Illinois, the court will write a child custody order that details each person’s visitation and custody right for the children. However, sometimes the parent with custody will not allow the other parent to see the kids. This is a custody order violation, and the parent denied visitation has… Read More »
Most Frequently Asked Illinois Child Support Questions
If you have children and are getting a divorce, someone will need to pay child support. Unfortunately, child support laws in Illinois are confusing, so we would like to address some of the most common child support questions in this article. If you have questions about your case, our Schaumburg child support lawyers at… Read More »
How Do Multiple Mothers Affect Child Support?
There are more divorces and people with multiple marriages than decades ago. If one of the relationships ends, the parent may need to make child support payments for kids in various households. Determining how child support is calculated in Illinois with multiple mothers is complex. This article explains how child support payments are made… Read More »
How Is Marital Property Divided In Illinois Divorce?
Getting a divorce means going through many complicated legal matters. Figuring out how you and your partner will separate finances can take time and effort. For example, dividing marital property fairly is often challenging. Learn below about how marital property is divided in Illinois. Have a question? Talk to our divorce lawyers in Schaumburg… Read More »
Can Child Support Arrears Be Negotiated?
In Illinois, the parent paying child support is in ‘arrears’ if they fail to pay the full amount to the custodial parent. The amount can be significant depending on the number of missed payments. Still, if they weren’t paid because of uncontrollable circumstances (such as unemployment or injuries/disease), you can try and negotiate the… Read More »
How to Talk To Your Children about Divorce
Divorce is never easy on a family. Add children to the mix, and you must prepare for the most challenging conversations you will ever have as a parent. While consulting a divorce lawyer in Schaumburg is essential, gently breaking the news to your children should also be a priority. What you say and how… Read More »