If you are choosing to move forward with a divorce in the near future, you are probably not the only one. Many people choose to go ahead with the decision to file at the end of summer, and there are many factors that play a role in this trend. Regardless of why or...
The type of compensation structure spouses have can have a big impact on decisions during a divorce. Each party needs to consider things like bonuses, stock options, commission, and other unique forms of compensation. For couples in Illinois who just have...
A father generally has the same rights to his children as a mother does after a divorce. This is true despite the fact that fathers in Illinois and across the country may feel as if they face long odds of obtaining physical or legal custody of their children. A court...
While people in Illinois who are over 50 might be more likely to get divorced than younger people or previous generations in their age group, the financial and emotional toll can be high. According to one study conducted by the National Center for Family &...
According to psychology and family law experts, summer is the prime time for Illinois residents to begin plans for a divorce. The results of a study that was conducted by sociologists at the University of Washington indicate that divorce filings tend to increase...
When you got married, you likely had dreams of your relationship lasting the test of time. While dating, your future spouse may have seemed like the perfect person to complement your personality, and you likely felt that you two were a perfect match overall. However,...
You and your spouse have been busy making plans, including retirement plans. A divorce means you must now think about unmaking those same arrangements.The good news is that many have been down the same road. Divorce is a legal procedure, and even in a stressful and...
