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When a married couple has irreconcilable differences, divorce may be the only feasible option. Like relationships, every divorce is unique. Numerous factors will need to be addressed before the court can legally dissolve the marriage. The length of time divorce takes...
If your divorce involves a school-going kid(s), it may affect their school life in different ways. For starters, their performance may plummet, as their emotions may negatively impact their concentration. Additionally, they may experience behavior changes, such as...
Child custody orders or the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities established by the courts are important documents. Parents can refer to the order established when they divorce or separate to determine how much time they can spend with their children and...
When children move out of the house, parents are often referred to as empty nesters. They may have spent the last 25 or 30 years raising their children to adulthood. But those children have now left to get married, go to college, start careers and much more. What...
Sending a child off to college is a highly anxious, emotional time for just about all parents. If you and your co-parent are recently separated or divorced, however, it can be a particularly stressful change in the family dynamic. Your child has likely aged out of...
Spousal maintenance, or alimony, provides necessary financial support to a spouse after a divorce. An alimony award can fill the gap in financial resources a divorce can cause. In Illinois, the court can grant several different forms of alimony. They each serve...
Money is one of the most frequent issues in any marriage. A spouse’s admiration for money could also lead to marital strain. If couples do not work out their issues about money, then it could lead to divorce. Here are a few examples of how a spouse’s focus on money...
Property division concerns can complicate even an amicable divorce. Spouses may find themselves disagreeing about the best way to share their marital property. The home where they live could very easily become a priority for both spouses during divorce negotiations....
What you want for your child is important. If you have joint custody of your child, you will likely need to discuss with your co-parent to meet your wishes for your child. There are a few topics you may need to discuss with your co-parent. Here is what you should...
The divorce process brings about a considerable shift in existing living arrangements and standards. Sometimes, one spouse may need to secure temporary support from the other pending the finalization of the process. This type of motion pending the final ruling is also...
