Illinois has done away with the arcane term of “child custody” in relation to care of children by parents in divorce or paternity cases. Since 2016, Illinois law terminology regarding “child custody” was eliminated and replaced with “parental responsibilities”. Likewise, the term, “visitation” became “parenting time”. Parents should understand that, as a starting point, there is …
By Matthew Carroll and Rachel Hernandez In most divorce cases, people hire attorneys to represent them through the divorce process. The attorneys will be with them from the beginning to the end, potentially representing them in court all along the way. A litigated divorce tends to be costly, with attorneys providing their clients with their …
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Going through the divorce process can be emotionally draining even in the best circumstances when both spouses agree divorce is in the best interests of their family. There is almost always a grieving process, especially when the spouses are angry at each other, or one spouse wants a divorce and the other does not. Although …
Many couples go into the divorce process not knowing what to expect. This is true whether they are the person initiating the divorce or a spouse who does not want a divorce. We find pre-divorce legal counseling to be extraordinarily helpful, as it is imperative that people understand their rights and responsibilities prior to beginning …
A divorce can be a frightening process, particularly for those people who have been married for many years. Sometimes, they cannot even articulate what they are afraid of; they just know they are afraid of what lies ahead. Financial Fear One fear is what will happen to the family assets that were previously used to support …
Surviving a divorce may seem impossible. Going through the divorce process is always difficult, even when both spouses believe it is in their best interest to separate. It is one of the most significant events in an adult person’s life in terms of loss and grief. The adjustment is more difficult for some than for others, but …
Married couples can divorce each other, but if they have children, they are not divorcing them, and both will remain their parents forever. Ideally both parents will continue to have a close relationship with their minor children. This means putting aside their personal grievances with each other and learning what co-parenting is all about. What is …
One of the most difficult things parents who are getting a divorce must do is tell their children. It is important to explain to the children that despite their parents living in two homes, they will still be a family. Their family is just changing the way in which they live. Tips for How to Tell …
Talking to your spouse about divorce is never easy. Ideally, it is best done in a counseling environment. But often, people come into our office unsure of whether they want a divorce, and if so, how they want to proceed. Is Divorce the Only Option? If a person comes into our office unsure if they really …
The government has ordered stimulus checks for most adults and children, which are either on their way or have already arrived. This may be a challenge for those who are now divorced but were married in 2019 and filed a joint tax return. The checks will likely be directly deposited in the account listed on the …
