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...
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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...
5 tips for blended families
Blended families-those families who have children from their previous relationships as well as from their current partnership- require more insight and communication. It can be difficult for children to shift from old rules, old homes and old friends and traditions to...
What is right of first refusal with child custody in Illinois?
When an Illinois couple has a child and both parents share parental rights, there are certain issues that can be complicated when providing care and making decisions on the child's behalf. This is where the care of minor children and the right of first refusal when...
Property division disputes require experienced legal help
Illinois residents whose marriage is at its end will have many issues that must be settled as they seek to move forward. Some factors like child custody will be first and foremost on their minds. Next, however, financial matters will need to be settled. Property...
What if I am facing collection remedies for child support?
For Illinois parents who are obligated to pay child support to the custodial parent, it is important that the payments are made when they are supposed to and are paid in full. If there is an issue with the child support and the custodial parent seeks to receive it...