The holiday season can be a magical time for families, but for co-parents, it can also inspire unique challenges. Balancing the joys of the season with the complexities of shared parenting requires planning, communication and a spirit of cooperation. “But, wait!” you...
Both divorced and unmarried parents in Illinois may eventually be subject to a custody order. When adults living separately have minor children, the courts can approve a custody order dividing parental rights and responsibilities between the two adults. It is quite...
When a parent sharing parenting time has to relocate with their child under acceptable circumstances, they have to follow the laws on parental relocation, one of which is providing notice to the other parent and the court about the move. If, upon notice, the other...
When a marriage disintegrates, it is often every spouse for themselves. Both parties typically fight tooth and nail to assert their individual interests. Unfortunately, some spouses even go the length of using marital properties for purposes unrelated to the marriage....
The executor of your will plays an integral part in your estate planning – they ensure your wishes are fulfilled. Thus, chances are you considered several factors to appoint the right party. But circumstances may change. Accordingly, you may need to find another one....
Part of the joy of estate planning is financially providing for your loved ones. But to do so effectively, you have to know how to use legal documents to achieve your goals. That can get complicated depending on what you want out of your estate plan, but don’t let...
Illinois courts recognize that raising a child is a shared responsibility among divorced couples. Following the agreement provisions, the judge allocates parental responsibilities composed of significant decision-making and parenting time. During parenting time,...
People often let their fear of divorce keep them from seeking their optimal happiness later in life. All too often, people believe exaggerated stories they heard on social media or urban legends. They let those half-truths and myths keep them trapped in a miserable...
After filing for divorce, you should consider your options for service. This step can be simple, especially since the state has an online channel where you can place the divorce for service and file the summons. The summons document is crucial because it will serve as...
Many people think an estate plan is just for the wealthy and having a will should be sufficient. However, there are many things to consider besides the distribution of your assets after you pass away. Why do you need more than a will, and what should you include in...