Author Archives: Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C.
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 »
5 Common Illinois Family Law Questions Answered By Family Law Attorney
What type of family law issue is considered an emergency by the court? Something that you can bring an emergency petition to the court for, needs to have immediate and irreparable harm. The issue needs to be such a detriment to the party that without court intervention there’s no chance to recover from that… Read More »
Why Divorce Is Sometimes Better For Children?
Any parent who is in the middle of a divorce or is considering it must be concerned about whether is the divorce better for children or not. The fear can be crippling, but the state your children will be in if you remain in a loveless marriage will be worse. Top Ways Divorce Can… Read More »
Can My Ex Modify Alimony If I Win The Lottery?
An individual’s odds for winning the lottery are one in a million. However, if you are fortunate enough to win one, and pay alimony, whether your ex can ask to modify alimony depends on a few factors. Timing Matters When it Comes to Alimony Modification Post Lottery Win Whether your ex can collect support… Read More »
Questions Answered On Getting Divorce During COVID in Illinois
If couples are considering divorce during COVID, what are some important things they need to know ahead of time? There have been a lot of changes in the process of getting a divorce in Illinois now that COVID has taken effect. For example, couples now need to think about the division of stimulus checks…. Read More »
How Is Spousal Support Calculated?
One of the largest concerns that a divorcing couple has is the state of their finances post-divorce. Once the court has made a decision regarding spousal support or maintenance, it has to determine the amount as per statutory guidelines. How Spousal Support Is Calculated in Illinois The length of the marriage plays a large… Read More »