Dividing up the marital assets is often one of the most complicated parts of ad divorce. As you begin the process, you may be concerned about having to give your spouse an asset of high monetary or sentimental value. A family law attorney representing you can help you...
Year: 2021
Alimony after divorce
In the past, when women had fewer career options, alimony was a common feature of divorce. The expectation was that after the divorce, men would be able to continue their careers, while women would not be able to earn an independent salary that allowed them to live in...
The importance of knowing how to select an executor
The role of an executor administering an estate is an important one which is why an executor should be selected with care. For that reason, estate planners should know how to select an executor and what to base that decision on. The role of the executor is a big job...
How are inheritances handled during divorce?
An inheritance can provide you with an enormous amount of financial stability. Yet, it can also complicate matters when you decide to get divorced. In most states, including ours, inheritances are considered separate property, meaning that the beneficiary of the...
How are Illinois child support orders enforced?
Child support is one of the many obligations that survives divorce or separation when two Illinois residents end their relationship. It is intended to provide children with the money they need to live and thrive. In Illinois, both of a child’s parents are expected to...
The difference between guardianships and powers of attorney
When your parents age, you may start noticing that they have a harder time managing specific affairs than they did earlier in life. If things get to the point where you have genuine concerns about a parent’s emotional, physical or financial well-being, you may need to...
What records can my spouse request during a divorce?
Divorce can be a lengthy process, especially when you and your spouse disagree on how to divide your assets. Having a lawyer on your side gives you a layer of protection as you discuss how to coordinate your divorce with your spouse. While the communication can be...
How far can I move with the kids without my ex-spouse’s permission?
No part of the divorce process causes more contention than the topic of child custody. If one parent perceives that the other parent is trying to isolate the children from them, it can lead to great conflict and even attempts to modify the custody arrangement in the...
3 ways a dog attack may psychologically change your child forever
Regardless of the victim's age, a dog attack has the potential to cause catastrophic physical injuries. Still, a person's automatic stress response may delay the onset of injury symptoms. Consequently, even if it seems your child has few or no injuries from a dog...
What happens to property and debt in divorce?
One unavoidable aspect of any divorce involves property division. No matter the circumstances that result in divorce, you and your spouse must divide up your assets. Though you and your partner may have ideas about who gets what assets, all divorcing couples must...