Divorce Mediation Saves Time and Money
Deciding that it’s time to dissolve a marriage is never easy for either party, even if it’s the best option for you and your family. The stigma surrounding divorce is…
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Topics about family law to keep you informed and empowered.
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Income Shares: The New Illinois Child Support Law
Effective July 1, 2017, Illinois will join thirty-nine other states, in addition to Washington D.C., Guam and the Virgin Islands, that use an “Income Shares” model for determining child support. …
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There Are Many Divorce Options That May Save You Money, Time, and Excessive Heartache
Divorce is an all too common occurrence for many couples today. It’s also one of the most stressful life events a person can endure. Many couples face a hard choice…
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Changes to Illinois Custody Law: Part 2 – Allocation of Parenting Time & Relocation
Read Part 1 Allocation of Parenting Time The 2016 changes to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (the “Act”) appear to be the Illinois legislature’s acknowledgment that, in…
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James T. Keleher named Partner at Conniff & Keleher, LLC
Conniff & Keleher, LLC is proud to announce that James T. Keleher has become the firm’s newest partner. After working for ten years at Conniff & Keleher, LLC, this latest…
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Changes to Illinois Custody Law: Allocation of Parenting Responsibilities & A Parenting Plan, Part 1
The Illinois legislature’s recent changes to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (“the Act”) is an attempt to adapt to the ever-evolving parenting roles in today’s society. While…
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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…