Divorce presents older spouses in Illinois with specific challenges. Whether socially or financially, starting over later in life can require preparation and adjustments to the changes. Reasons for gray divorce The reasons why people choose to divorce later in life...
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Your mental health and divorce
During and after a divorce in Illinois, you could encounter various issues that could impact your mental health. Without the proper treatment and support, these could also negatively impact your physical well-being. Loneliness One of the most common issues that can...
How keeping a calendar can help in a custody distpute
If you and your child’s other parent are in a custody dispute, your old calendar can come in handy. An old calendar can not only remind you of all the important events in your family life, but it can also be useful in finding the evidence you need to resolve various...
How to successfully parent during the holidays
The holiday season tends to be hectic for everyone, regardless of their relationship status or if they have kids. However, if you share custody of children born during a failed relationship, it can be even more stressful. Fortunately, there are steps that you can take...
Dealing with your mortgage in a divorce
If you are considering divorce, one of the major decisions you and your spouse may need to make is what to do with your Illinois family home. While many couples initially concentrate on child custody and parenting time, valuing the house and deciding what to do with...
Divorce and executive compensation
High earners in Illinois often receive more than a simple salary from their employers. Executive compensation packages could include stock options and restricted stock awards. Employers normally document these forms of compensation outside of payroll records, and...
What women should know about finances after divorce
Illinois law allows anyone to pursue a divorce for any reason. However, it doesn't mean that you will be free from the consequences of the decision to end your marriage. There are several financial ramifications that women may grapple with after their marriages end....
Understanding parallel parenting and if it’s right for you
Getting a divorce is sometimes the only option for married Illinois parents. After this happens, parents must decide how to continue parenting their children. One option that may be beneficial after your divorce, especially if tensions are running high, is parallel...
The impact of surprise, unplanned expenses during divorce
A divorce is not only a life-changing emotional process, but it also is often a major life expense. On top of the expected costs for divorce in Illinois, you might find that there are possible surprise expenses that can add to the total spent on the process. However,...
Women and gray divorces
The term gray divorce refers to the dissolution of marriage among individuals over the age of 50. There are numerous reasons why older spouses may file for divorce in an Illinois courtroom. A closer examination of data related to these divorces reveals that women are...