Making the transition from a parent who’s married to one who’s single is often challenging. For a parent who’s accustomed to being around for their children, finding a way to earn an income and still meet the child’s needs is usually difficult. Finding the balance...
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Setting rules for children’s use of electronics across homes
If you’re divorcing while your child is still young enough to be happy with a children’s play phone and tablet, you may not have considered including anything about electronics in your parenting plan. However, the day will come soon enough when they’ll expect to have...
Could a “sleep divorce” prevent a legal divorce?
Married couples don't just share a home. They typically share a room and a bed as well. Although there is something reassuring and romantic about going to bed with your spouse every night, sharing a sleeping space can also be very disruptive to both of you. Whether...
Does a younger parent have more trouble in family court?
When you realized that your spouse wanted a divorce, one of the things that really bothered you was that you are so much younger than your spouse. They’re much older than you, so they’ve had time to build up their assets and wealth. As a parent, you want what’s best...
The problem with being pressured into marriage
Getting married is one of the biggest decisions a person can make. The wedding day has the potential to be the best day of your life, and the life that can come after may be all that you’ve dreamt about. Unfortunately, the reality is that many marriages simply don’t...
Can you leave Illinois with the kids for a post-divorce vacation?
Making the most of your time with your children is always important, but especially so after a divorce or breakup changes your family. Now that you have a shared custody arrangement with your ex, you will have less time with the children overall, which makes it that...
Financial mistakes to avoid during your divorce
If you are in the midst of a divorce, you know your entire life is about to change. This is a transitional time that comes with big emotions and challenges. While your entire life will change, it’s important to pay close attention to your financial situation. ...
Tips to help you handle divorce after 50
If you are over 50 and leaving a long-term marriage, your situation is commonly called a “gray divorce.” While gray divorces are becoming more common today, there are still issues you must consider during this process that may not be present when younger individuals...
When is shared pet custody the best solution for everyone?
Illinois is one of the very few states that recognizes that pets are more than property to be divided in divorce. Couples can work out shared custody agreements for their companion animals. That doesn’t mean you must share custody. As with children, the decision...
How are cryptos handled during an Illinois divorce?
One of the inevitable consequences of a divorce is the division of marital property. However, property division can become contentious and stressful if both parties are not clear about what amounts to marital property and what does not. With more and more people...
