Author Archives: Law Office of Fedor Kozlov, P.C.
The Impact of Domestic Violence on Divorce in Illinois
Many marriages end up in a divorce due to domestic violence, as the household environment becomes extremely dangerous for the victimized spouse and children. However, according to the recent changes in the IMDMA, Illinois is now a no-fault divorce state. This means that domestic violence cannot be used as a ground for divorce, and… Read More »
Understanding Fair and Equitable Asset Division in Illinois Divorce
Illinois is an equitable distribution state when it comes to dissolution of marriage. During a divorce, it can be a daunting task to evaluate and divide marital property, especially when significant assets are involved. Deciding who should get what often leads to contentious court proceedings, where one spouse tries to provide the maximum amount… Read More »
What to do When you are Served with Divorce Papers in Illinois
A divorce process begins with one spouse filing a petition with the court. In Illinois, you are required to complete a number of documents, such as the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, Summons, and a few others, that are served to the defendant. In some cases, an Injunction order or an Application for Temporary… Read More »
The Best Way to Settle a Divorce with Minimal Hassle and Stress
If you are contemplating filing for a divorce, you must be wondering how you will manage the legal costs and how much time it may take to finalize, among other things. However, the amount of money and time you may have to spend on your divorce generally boils down to two things: the type… Read More »
What You Should Know About Post-Divorce Judgment Issues
After a divorce has been settled, problems between the ex-spouses sometimes persist that can be handled by following proper legal procedures. Fortunately, some aspects of the dissolution of marriage agreement are modifiable, if the situation for either party has changed to the extent that it mandates the modification of the divorce decree. In most… Read More »
Bankruptcy and Spousal Maintenance: What you Need to Know
Filing for bankruptcy is a major decision that significantly affects the financial affairs of the petitioner. Payment plans are drafted, the automatic stay is issued, creditors are informed of the bankruptcy status, and certain debts are eliminated altogether. However, if you are going through a divorce, you may be confused about what will happen… Read More »
Important Steps to Take After your Divorce has been Finalized
Your divorce has been finally settled. No more legal documentation and paperwork, no more court proceedings, no more contacting your attorney, and no more fighting. However, there are still some important unsettled matters that you must take care of before you can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Here is a list of things… Read More »
Is Property Division through Mediation a Good Idea?
Relationship breakdown and the decision to get a divorce can lead to a series of emotionally distressing events. Not only do you have to cope with the stress and emotions, but also make important decisions regarding division of assets and property. You may have worked hard with your spouse to build a life together,… Read More »
All you Need to Know about 2017 Child Support Law
Governor of Illinois, Bruce Rauner, signed the Public Act 99-0764 into law on August 12, 2016. It changed the way child support is calculated by Illinois family courts. This new law has been put into effect as of July 1, 2017 after which two sections of the IMDMA have been modified, i.e., 750 ILCS… Read More »
Why High Net Worth Divorces Are More Complex
When substantial marital estate is involved, the division of property and divorce process becomes more contentious and complicated, with disputes arising at every single point. It is common for individuals having high value to have significant marital estates, which may include business interests, real estate holding, investments, complex trusts, international assets, and retirement accounts…. Read More »