After twenty, thirty or forty years of marriage, divorce seems like less and less of a possibility – but it happens with surprising regularity. So-called “gray divorces” are more common than ever, reflecting the changing times and changing values in society. There’s...
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2 kinds of debt that can complicate an Illinois divorce
Married couples generally share everything, which means that they will probably have to split all of the property and assets that they share in the event of divorce. The process of detangling financial accounts, personal holdings and debts can take weeks or even...
Who gets your pet when you get divorced?
When you get divorced, there are two things that you may need to think about. The first is child custody and the second is property division. These are not the only elements of a divorce case, of course, but they are two of the most significant ones. One area in which...
3 things you need in any parenting plan
Divorce might signal the end of a romantic relationship. However, if you have a child together, your relationship with the other parent is never quite over. If you have a child together at the time of dissolving your marriage, you will need to figure out the child’s...
Is your ex alienating you from your child?
When the marriage is no longer tenable and both parties agree to divorce, one of the subjects the court will handle with utmost seriousness is the children’s post-divorce living arrangements. Most often, the court will prefer an arrangement where a co-parenting plan...
What is the dissipation of assets in an Illinois divorce?
Illinois is an equitable distribution state. This means that the marital estate is divided in a just and fair manner based on several factors. One of these factors is the dissipation of marital assets by a spouse. However, most people are unaware of what it means or...
Will being charged with a crime affect my custody rights?
The primary goal of the family court during a child custody case is acting in the best interests of the most vulnerable parties – the kids. While ruling on the child’s custody and living arrangement, the court will consider pretty much every aspect of the family...
3 things every Illinois parenting plan should discuss
The parenting plan is the backbone of your parenting relationship with your ex. It needs to be clear and concise so everyone knows exactly what to expect. There are a few points that all parents need to think about if they’re working out the parenting plan. Ideally,...
How to discuss a child custody arrangement
After a divorce, you and your ex-spouse will need to discuss the importance of a child custody order. Without it, your child wouldn’t have a schedule that allows them to see both of their parents – which most courts see as an important factor in a child’s well-being...
Will you lose child custody if you fail to pay child support?
Parents in a divorce do many things that can make them lose custody or affect their right to make decisions regarding their children. So, if you are in a situation where you cannot afford to pay child support, you may be concerned that the other parent will be granted...