When going through a divorce, it is natural to focus on what is going to change. If you favor the divorce, you can dream about the positive changes it will bring to your life. Soon I will be able to stretch out across the bed. Soon I will be able to move closer to my...
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Financial issues often lead to divorce
There are many reasons that couples divorce. Some couples drift apart. Others realize that they should never have gotten married. Still, others break up over infidelity. One of the most common reasons for a split is that the couple runs into financial issues. These...
Why do so many people choose to file a no-fault divorce?
Illinois recognizes multiple grounds or reasons for people to file for divorce. As you might expect, a spouse who discovers that their partner has cheated or has another spouse can file for divorce. Additionally, if the couple wanted children and one spouse turns out...
Does 50/50 custody work for those with demanding jobs?
Shared custody is the standard expectation in modern divorces. Judges want to see parents cooperating to support their children. Parents also benefit from more equally-shared custody, as it helps them connect with their children and can limit their child support...
3 steps that help you secure a fair property division order
You have reached the point where you know you want to file for divorce, but that doesn't mean that the hardest part of the process is behind you. Instead, it means that you will soon have to make some difficult decisions with your spouse. You will have to divvy up...
Is splitting the kids up in divorce always a bad thing?
You and your spouse have come to agree on most of the terms of your divorce. But the sticking point remains the custody of the kids. In fact, many of the challenges of your marriage have been about the children and your different parenting styles. What if the two of...
Take these 6 steps before your Illinois divorce begins
Financial concerns and conflicts plague many divorces in the Elgin region of Illinois. Wouldn't it be nice if you could prepare for some of these concerns before filing for a divorce? In most divorces, it is hard to anticipate all problems that may arise. However, you...
Tips for fathers (and moms) during child custody negotiations
Fathers harbor a lot of fear over the outcome of child custody negotiations. Many dads in the Elgin, Illinois, region believe that mothers have a better chance of getting a larger share of custody. In this modern world, family courts give equal consideration to both...
School is starting sooner than you realize: Are you ready to negotiate with your ex?
If you’re still fairly new to being a divorced parent, you may not realize that now is the time for a discussion with your co-parent about school expenses for the coming year and other related issues. It won’t be long before you need to go back-to-school shopping for...
Can your spouse stake a claim to your Social Security retirement benefits once you divorce?
Many individuals who receive Social Security retirement benefits rely on the little that they receive each month to keep everything financially afloat. A potential loss of those funds can make things challenging. A later-in-life divorce often leads a Social Security...
