Going through a divorce can stress you as you have to deal with complex processes and simultaneously come to terms with the end of a life you were used to. However, not knowing what to expect can intensify the stress. Thus, it will be best to understand Illinois...
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Can you obtain a short-term child custody order while divorcing?
As you probably know, divorce disrupts all areas of your life, especially when you share kids. One issue you may face while divorcing is continuing to provide a stable, loving environment for your children. There is no such thing as a short-term child custody order...
What you need to know about debts in your divorce
When you marry someone, you expect to share your life. Part of this includes your finances. Many couples have joint checking accounts and retirement savings. They live in a home together, purchase valuable items, and purchase insurance policies under their names. Upon...
Are there two types of child custody?
There are those who believe that child custody is a singular term that essentially defines who gets to be a child’s parent after a divorce. There are also those who will say that you have custody only when a child lives with you and visitation when you see your child...
Divorce month is getting closer
People often refer to January as divorce month. It has a reputation that precedes it, claiming that divorce cases are going to spike and more couples are going to start the process in January than they would have in December or November. It’s not the only spike that...
Are crypto and NFTs considered hidden assets?
You may suspect your spouse isn’t being honest about what assets they have hidden away, which can be a big problem during a divorce. The misrepresentation of marital assets may not accurately represent an estate and may not create a fair division process. Maybe your...
Is your spouse lying to you about money?
Every marriage has its ups and downs. Part of married life is working through problems together. Nonetheless, there are some issues that are often referred to as “marriage killers”. Financial infidelity is one of these. If your spouse is lying to you about money, how...
4 common divorce myths debunked
With so much information out there about divorce, it can be hard to make sense of what is wrong or right. Understandably, it can be a period filled with uncertainty, especially if it is your first time. Therefore, learning more about how things work will help avoid...
When might the family court modify custody?
Ideally, you and your spouse will have agreed upon a suitable custody arrangement during your divorce. If not, then the court will have stepped in and arranged something based on the best interests of the child. While such an order is legally binding, it isn’t always...
Planning for the first holiday season of shared parenting
If you’re a separated or divorced parent facing your first holiday season with shared parenting time, you’re likely dealing with more than the usual pre-holiday stress. You also may be dreading the fact that you’re going to be without your kids on at least one holiday...
