Accusing a parent of being unfit is a serious matter that Illinois courts take very seriously. To have your children’s other parent deemed unfit by the court, however, you’ll need to prove your claim. Courts recognize that in the heat of divorce or custody battles,…
Divorce is a big decision, and it's natural to feel scared or even overwhelmed at the thought of going through with it. But divorce doesn't have to be scary. Actually, it can be downright empowering. Here are 15 reasons why you shouldn't be scared of…
If you are starting an uncontested divorce, you may be wondering if you need to hire an attorney. After all, if there is no disagreement between you and your spouse, why add the expense? However, there are several benefits to having an attorney represent you…
The main role of the court in a divorce case is to divide the couple’s assets and debts and to declare each former spouse legally responsible for some of them. Family law judges have seen it all in terms of the items that couples fight…
In order to explain what distinguishes our lawyers, it is necessary to describe what the "typical" client experience with a lawyer is like. This will seem familiar if you've previously worked with a lawyer to create estate planning paperwork for you. Traditionally, your experience with…
Marriage rates are highest among people with the highest income and education levels, but divorce can happen to any married couple, regardless of their net worth. The greater the value of the couple’s marital property, the more likely the divorce will go to trial. Divorce…
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