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What can be in prenuptial agreements and can it be amended?
For some married couples in Illinois, there was a decision before the marriage to have prenuptial agreements as a protective device if the marriage failed. Even couples who did not have a prenuptial agreement prior to getting married will decide that post-nuptial...
In a divorce, what if parents cannot agree on a parenting plan?
As an Illinois couple gets divorced and they have children, child custody and visitation orders will always be an issue. In a best-case scenario, they will come to a reasonable agreement by themselves and court intervention will not be needed other than to sign off on...
Couples getting a divorce should consider tax implications
Any Illinois divorce will have emotional considerations. Many people will be concerned that they are doing the wrong thing and are hesitant to rush the process. Some divorces, however, are clear-cut. The couple knows the marriage and the relationship has run its...
Family law modifications requires experienced legal help
Illinois couples who have gotten a divorce and moved on with their lives as best they can will often need to continue having some form of relationship with one another, whether they want to or not. That can be due to a variety of family law issues, including child...
Is a prenuptial agreement right for you and your future spouse?
When you get married, there is a long list of decisions. You must find a wedding venue, a florist, a baker and the list goes on and on. Planning a wedding requires a lot of time and patience, but it is all worth it because you want your big day to be perfect. One...
Steps child support enforcement can take to reveal delinquencies
When Illinois parents have ended their relationship, it is important that the support payments be made. If a supporting parent fails to meet his or her obligations based on the agreement, it can cause a host of problems to everyone involved. The parent who is...
Understanding key points about legal separation in Illinois
When a couple in Illinois is experiencing problems in their relationship, but are not yet ready to move forward with a divorce, a legal separation is an alternative that could be viable as they determine their next step. As with all family law issues, there are...
Might conciliation be ordered and hold up my divorce?
Often, Illinois couples who have decided that their marriage is no longer working and they want to get a divorce will want to get it over with as quickly as possible. Both sides might prefer to just move on with their lives as they have determined that a divorce is...
Am I entitled to spousal support in Illinois?
Finances are a common concern in an Illinois divorce and its aftermath. For spouses who were stay-at-home or made significantly less income than the other spouse, there might be a question as to whether they can get spousal support (maintenance) or not. When a case is...