The relationship between grandchildren and grandparents can be a source of joy, frustration, and often a combination of the two. Each family is different, and nothing shines a spotlight on these differences more than a divorce. When parents divorce, it can leave...
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Estate planning considerations after divorce in Illinois
Divorce changes everything about your estate planning. Your former spouse may still control important decisions or inherit your assets unless you take action to update these critical documents. Here are five essential steps. Update your will post-divorce You have...
How Illinois divides assets in an LGBTQ+ divorce
Dividing property during divorce isn’t always straightforward. If you were together before your marriage was legally recognized, it can get even more complicated. Illinois uses the same property division rules for all married couples, including LGBTQ+ couples. But...
Protecting your business in a divorce: What you need to know
As a business owner, you may feel anxious about the possibility of divorce. After all, property division proceedings could put the company that you built at risk. The value of the business may be one of the biggest individual contributing elements to your overall...
Challenges of divorce involving business owners
Whether you own your own business or you’re in a partnership (such a medical practice or investment firm), planning for a divorce can pose unique challenges. No one wants their divorce to harm or otherwise interfere with their business, but that’s not always possible...
Navigating divorce with business ownership: Key considerations
Divorce can be tough, especially for business owners who want to keep their companies safe. A business takes years of hard work, money, and growth. Without a plan, a divorce can change who owns the business, who controls it, and its future success. Knowing important...
5 key stats showing why legal help matters in child custody cases
Child custody disputes can be emotionally challenging and legally complex. Securing experienced legal representation can significantly influence the outcome of such cases. Here are five key statistics that highlight the importance of legal representation in child...
Is parental alienation more common than you think?
Parental alienation happens when one parent influences a child to turn against the other parent. This issue arises in many custody cases and can cause emotional harm to both the child and the alienated parent. Many people assume this is rare, but it happens more often...
10 essential steps for high-asset divorce
Divorcing with significant assets requires careful planning to protect your wealth. Without a strategic approach, you risk financial setbacks that could impact your future. Follow these ten steps to safeguard your assets and ensure a fair outcome. 1. Gather financial...
Understanding parental alienation in high-asset divorce cases
Married parents generally divorce because of a change in their relationship. Bad behavior or a mismatch of values can result in an unsustainable family arrangement. The fact that they share children with one another means that the divorcing spouses do not have the...