In determining whether a child will have a say in the allocation of his or her parents’ parental allocation, the answer is the same as that to most legal questions: it depends. There are several factors that courts consider when determining parenting time, all of which are designed to ascertain the arrangement that will ultimately
Read MoreApproximately 80% of women married to men in the United States assume their husband’s last name. For many couples, this tradition represents two lives coming together in matrimony. However, after divorce, retaining an ex-spouse’s last name can be a painful reminder of the past. How Do I Change My Name After Being Divorced? In navigating
Read MoreWith very few exceptions, modification of child support and contribution to child-related expenses only occurs if the person requesting the change can demonstrate that a “substantial change in circumstances” has occurred. But what can be considered a “substantial change in circumstances”? WHAT IS A “SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE IN CIRCUMSTANCES”? A substantial change in circumstances requires the
Read MoreSome of us have heard of Mediation but most do not know what it is. While you are trying to navigate the waters of what options you may have in your divorce case or custody case in Illinois, mediation and the nuances of mediation is something that you should educate yourself about. It could be
Read MoreThinking about getting a divorce? This is a big step and taking time to prepare for a divorce can save you time, money, and headaches. The biggest thing you can do to prepare for your divorce is to set expectations of how you want your divorce proceedings to go. Divorce Basics in Illinois Knowing more
Read MoreLitigation can be incredibly daunting. This is especially true in family law, as the opposing party is likely a former spouse, partner or parent to your child(ren). Legal proceedings often involve complex terminology, procedures, and paperwork that become overwhelming when paired with the highly emotional issues addressed in family law cases. However, in all family
Read MoreRegardless of the circumstances, litigating the issue of parenting time and decision making (formally known as “custody”) can be difficult, frustrating, and emotional for all parties involved. In certain circumstances, this already complex process is made even more challenging when a parent and the child are living in different states. Having to fly or drive
Read MoreFirst, to know if you qualify to be granted an Order of Protection from a Judge, its important to understand what an Order of Protection is. What is an Order of Protection in Illinois? An Order of Protection is a Court Order issued by a Judge that can provide protection for an abused or harassed
Read MoreFor those starting divorce proceedings with an alcoholic spouse, I hate to say it, but prepare for a difficult road ahead. The process could be long, challenging, frustrating, and heartbreaking, and it will likely be emotionally taxing, scary, and overwhelming at times. However, staying in a toxic and possibly dangerous relationship is not the answer. In this article,
Read MoreFor executives in a company getting divorced, get ready for what might turn out to be a complicated process. Not only will the road ahead likely be long and emotionally taxing, the finances of executives in a company are often complex, thereby complicating the division of assets. However, divorce is quite common for executives in
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