How to Prepare for a Postnuptial Agreement
Getting married is more than just an emotional commitment. In the eyes of the law, it is a financial commitment as well. A postnuptial agreement can provide peace of mind…
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Making Sure You Get the Child Support You Need
There are numerous reasons why you may not be receiving appropriate child support payments in Illinois. First and foremost, have you asked for child support? Did you work with a…
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Preparing for Mediation in Divorce
Mediation is a good option for individuals contemplating divorce because it gives parties more control over their divorce outcome than either litigation or traditional negotiation through divorce attorneys. In mediation,…
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New Maintenance Guidelines as of January 1, 2015 – A Game Changer
Much to the frustration of those going through a divorce in Illinois, the issue of maintenance (alimony or spousal support) has been a gray-area. Unlike child support, where the statute…
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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Divorce
(Adapted from A Presentation to Lilac Tree Attendees on the Nuts and Bolts of Finances in Divorce) In the litigation process, there is a focus on winning and losing. However,…
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Real Estate in Divorce – The Family Home, Part 2
Part 2 of 2 Read Part 1 For divorcing couples, the marital home is typically a highly charged emotional issue. Where there are children, it is desirable to look for…
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Real Estate in Divorce – The Family Home, Part 1
Part 1 of 2 Lyn C. Conniff & Elizabeth A. Teague What will happen with the house? This question can cause a high level of anxiety, stress and, potentially, conflict…
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The Collaborative Law Process
The “War of the Roses” makes for great theater. But in the real world, the Roses’ process of self- destruction is financially destructive, unnecessarily stressful, and immeasurably damaging to the…
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Do New Spouses Have An Obligation To Contribute To College Expenses?
Clients often ask if their new husband’s or wife’s income will be considered when determining that parent’s contribution to his or her child’s college expenses? After all, the new spouse…