The holidays are stressful enough without having to deal with drastic or erratic behaviors from angry or exhausted ex-spouses. Many anxious parents in Illinois and elsewhere will seek out ad hoc parenting arrangements or make last-minute changes to a visitation...
Planning for the future can be exciting when people consider growing their families, taking new jobs, or buying new homes. Accomplishing goals and supporting loved ones can be a priority for many during the course of their lives. However, considering these objectives...
When a parent is ordered to pay child support, sometimes situations arise where it's necessary for it to be changed. This is called a child support modification and is commonly requested when the parent who is ordered to pay the support has a change in income. The...
In most divorce cases, if the divorcing couple has not been able to agree to the terms by themselves or with a mediator, they will have to go before a judge. While the judge may have to work out remaining details of property division or child custody at that point, it...
With the roster of estate planning tools available, people are exploring alternatives to the traditional will. The irrevocable trust is one alternative that has grown in popularity as of late. It offers estate planners unique benefits and rare versatility. However,...
Estate planning is about more than just what happens after you die. Living trusts, for instance, can distribute assets you own while you are still healthy and whole. And Illinois has options for you even when you’re not healthy – so that decisions are made in...
Despite how contentious your divorce may seem, statistics indicate that you’re highly likely to settle your case before it ever goes to trial. In fact, some studies show that as many as 95% of divorces resolve before being litigated. What does this mean for you?...
Plan for your future – it's a common refrain and, when we think of it, it’s usually in the context of retirement planning, life insurance or leaving a will. Medicaid planning doesn’t come up as often but it can be just as important, particularly when you’re fairly...
When it comes to property division at the time of divorce, Illinois is an “equitable distribution” state. In other words, courts take into consideration the requirements of both separating spouses and divide marital property in a manner that that is fair to both of...
There are several essential legal documents that should be included in an estate plan in case the estate planner becomes incapacitated. These documents can help ensure the estate planner and the estate planner’s interests are protected if they are incapacitated and...
