Author Archives: Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C.
What are the Tax Implications of a Business in a High Net Worth Divorce?
For most business owners, work and life balance is a myth. Unfortunately, the long hours, stress, and lack of sleep places immense strain on their marriages and other relationships. If you are forced to choose between your business and your spouse, chances are you will choose the former and will have to deal with… Read More »
Are Both Parents Given Equal Consideration for Child Custody in Illinois?
If you’ve recently started divorce proceedings in Illinois, you might be wondering whether both parents are given equal consideration for child custody or one parent is favored over another. As a loving parent, you may want to acquire full custody of your children. This is why, you might be interested in finding out that… Read More »
Is An Uncontested Divorce Possible In Illinois?
Your marriage has run its course and you are ready to part ways with your spouse. If you are still on good terms and willing to work together, you can opt for an uncontested divorce with the help of our Schaumburg divorce lawyers. What Is An Uncontested Divorce? An uncontested divorce is one in… Read More »
Divorce And Child Support In Illinois Questions Answered
Is there a certain age where a child can decide for themselves which parents to live with? However, the court does take into consideration what the child wants, and that can play out in a couple of different ways. Sometimes in domestic relations cases concerning the allocation of parental responsibilities and the parenting time,… Read More »
Do I Need a Reason For Divorce In Illinois In 2021?
As of January 2016, irreconcilable differences is the only reason that can be used as a reason for a divorce in Illinois. The no-fault system allows spouses to show that those differences caused an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage and attempts at reconciliation have also failed. If you are going through a divorce and… Read More »
Domestic Violence And Family Law Questions And Answers
As summer approaches, incidents of domestic violence spike. What are some tips to alleviate triggers that lead to domestic violence and how can family members in a household give each other space? First, understanding the change in routine is important. Although most kids have been doing e-learning due to the pandemic, transitioning from a… Read More »
Equitable Distribution In Divorce In Illinois
Equitable distribution in divorce, according to the Illinois divorce laws, involves dividing the marital assets that were acquired during the marriage. All states except California, Arizona, Nevada, Louisiana, Idaho, New Mexico, Wisconsin, and Washington follow the equal distribution principles. The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act require all marital property obtained during the… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Child Custody Law In Illinois
If you are engaged in a bitter child custody battle in Chicago, IL, knowing the basics of Illinois child custody law can help you make the right decisions to protect your family. Here are some things you should know: Determine If The Court Has Jurisdiction Over The Case Before the court can decide custody,… Read More »
How Do I Enforce Child Support Payments If My Ex Moves Out Of State?
If your ex moves into another state, you can still collect child support. The process is called interstate child support and it is available in Illinois and other states as well. You can also use it to modify a child support order. Enforcing Child Support in Another State If a parent who was supposed… Read More »
10 Common Illinois Child Custody And Child Support Questions Answered
In regards to custody, visitation, parenting time – what kind of core questions should couples ask before they start talking to an attorney? There are four different types of significant decision-making that parents need to consider when they are dealing with child custody. Those are (1) Educational Decisions, (2) Health Care Decisions, (3) Religious… Read More »