How Many Marriages End in Divorce in the US?
How Many Marriages End in Divorce in the US? Understanding the Modern Divorce Landscape Divorce has long been a cultural touchpoint and a legal milestone — and in recent years,…
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Maybe It’s Time to Consider a Divorce
Marriage is seen by many as an institution that will stand the test of time. Nobody gets married with the intention to separate at some point, but years of misery…
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Preparing for a Meeting with a Divorce Lawyer: A Step-by-Step Guide
Meeting with a divorce attorney for the first time can feel overwhelming, but proper preparation can help you make the most of your consultation. A well-prepared meeting lets your attorney…
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Contested Divorce: Navigating Post-Decree Litigation
Unfortunately, for many divorced spouses, the divorce litigation does not stop following the entry of the judgment for dissolution of marriage. This ongoing process, known as post-decree divorce litigation, involves…
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Do you Need a Lawyer for a Collaborative Divorce?
Sometimes, relationships simply don’t work out. If you’re looking for a divorce and want to separate without the nasty legal back-and-forth, a collaborative divorce is a great option. Conniff &…
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Who Gets the House in a Divorce?
Dividing assets during a divorce is always complicated, especially when property is involved. Who gets the house in a divorce? While Illinois law states that marital assets should be divided…
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Life Insurance and Divorce
Divorces can be tumultuous and confusing, especially when it comes to navigating the realm of dividing assets and defining how assets – like a life insurance policy – will affect…
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Annulment vs. Divorce
When comparing annulment vs. divorce, many individuals assume that an annulment is the easiest route to take and that a divorce will come with unwanted complications. Frequently, the exact opposite…
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How to Have a Smooth Divorce
Divorce doesn’t have to be distressing or expensive; there are ways to have a quick and affordable divorce. Collaborative divorce and divorce mediation allow couples to openly discuss issues that…
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How to Prepare for Divorce
Preparing for divorce can be a confusing and difficult time, and many people find themselves unprepared for, and even sometimes uninterested in, a long legal process. But with the right…
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Divorce Around the Holidays
The holiday season is a time to be thankful for all we have, celebrate with friends and family, exchange gifts, and ring in the New Year with a renewed hope.…
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Imputation of Income in Divorce, Part 1
Part 1 of 2 Understanding imputed income is essential for anyone involved in a divorce or child support case. Many people wonder what does it mean to impute income or how do I get a judge to impute income when…