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Some divorces are open-and-shut cases. Then, there are those that get messy. Plenty of divorcing individuals are not sure if they should settle their divorce or take it to trial, which is understandable. Going to court can bring up a lot of claims that make the...
If parents in Illinois have joint physical custody after a divorce, they may face a number of challenges. According to studies, when parents cooperate and are respectful toward one another and in control of their emotions, shared custody tends to work well. Parents...
When Illinois parents of minor children get a divorce, it is necessary to determine how much time the children will spend with each of them. This can be decided by the parents or by a judge. State laws regarding parental visitation vary, but in general, a judge may...
Regardless of how strong you believe your marriage to be, there will be days, weeks or even months during which the relationship may be tested. Although Illinois and other states make it fairly easy to get a divorce, it doesn't mean that you should do so without...
In an Illinois divorce, there is much more at risk than just assets accumulated before the divorce. The ability to move forward after the divorce may be jeopardized as many have reported that their credit scores took a large hit in the wake of the split. However,...
Divorced spouses or separated partners in Illinois are faced with a choice of whether to share legal custody of the children or to seek sole legal custody. While some parents want to make decisions on their own without having to consult with the other parent, sole...
Traditionally, married couples in Illinois and around the country have faced specific periods of time where they are most vulnerable to divorce. The first trouble spot tends to pop up after seven years of marriage, and the second danger zone occurs around the 20-year...
When Illinois married parents decide to divorce, they should understand that it can be just as difficult for children as it is for adults. There are several things that divorcing parents should keep in mind to help their children during the process and after it is...
Raising Illinois teenagers can be challenging even when their parents have a strong and healthy relationship. When they are divorced, it can be even more difficult. Divorced parents who are in this type of a situation should make sure they keep up their lines of...
Illinois parents may be required to pay child support even if they share physical custody of their children with their former spouses. This is because there may be ongoing expenses that need to be taken care of regardless of which parent a child spends time with....
