Category Archives: Divorce Lawyer
Reasons to Go Back to Court Post-Divorce/Judgment
A divorce can leave emotional devastation in its wake, but your troubles should stop after the proceedings are complete. However, if the settlement is not in your best interests or your circumstances change after it has been finalized, updating the settlement is a good idea. At that point, you will need to return to… Read More »
Benefits of a Divorce Support Group
A divorce can be a painful and heart-wrenching experience, which can make even the strongest of individuals fall to their knees. Suddenly, your life has been turned upside down, the people who claimed to be your friends disappear and no one can understand what you are going through. If you find yourself in this… Read More »
When is Legal Separation Best?
In a marriage, there is a possibility to have difference of opinions, which may lead to separation or divorce. Considering the fact divorce can take time before a final agreement is reached, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act allows for the basis of legal separation as a way to live an independent… Read More »
Determining Spousal Maintenance in a Divorce
During divorce proceedings, spousal maintenance collections are determined under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA). Although they are determined at the very end of the proceedings, they are a critical component if a spouse also holds legal or physical child custody. Under state law, spousal maintenance is calculated based upon the… Read More »
Protecting a Business in a Divorce
Divorces are common in the U.S. and your business is one of the most expensive assets you would need to protect during your divorce proceedings in Illinois. The share of your ex in your business depends upon different circumstances. Depending on the situation surrounding your particular divorce case, your ex could be entitled to… Read More »
Divorce Complications with Blended Families
Blended families are more common than ever. According to an estimate, there are more than 1,300 new blended families in the U.S. each day as people with children from previous marriage or relationship come together. A family with children from different relationships come together as a single unit after the parents marry. If a… Read More »
The Effect of Domestic Violence on Divorce and Custody
Domestic violence is a common family issue around the United States and can have significant effects on divorce and custody proceedings. In Illinois, keeping children safe from domestic violence, particularly during ongoing divorce proceedings, is a priority. The Domestic Violence Act The Illinois Domestic Violence Act was introduced in 1986, defining domestic violence as… Read More »
Pensions and Divorce
The process of divorce can be extremely overwhelming and stressful for many individuals. Aside from the emotional toll, there are several legal complications and financial issues such as child support, child custody, spousal maintenance and asset division, which require consideration. When it comes to asset division, a pension is complex. A pension is a… Read More »
How Long Will My Divorce Take?
If you are considering filing for divorce, you might be wondering how long it takes to complete the divorce process. It is a difficult question to answer. The time frame of a divorce process varies greatly from one case to another, depending on various factors involved. How Long Does It Take to Get Divorced?… Read More »
Division of Social Security Benefits in a Divorce
When a couple seeks a divorce, there are different legal and financial implications that must be considered such as alimony, child custody, and division of assets, which can lead to various disputes and disagreements. Therefore, it is important to understand how a divorce can affect the aforementioned factors. When it comes to asset division,… Read More »