Once people know you are divorcing they might start to view you in a romantic way. It could be someone you have known for ages, or it could be someone you bumped into for the first time after you or your spouse had filed the divorce papers. Either way, you are free to...
Elgin Family Law Blog
How to prepare for a child-custody hearing
Child custody hearings are crucial legal proceedings that determine the custody arrangements for a child following a separation or divorce. It’s essential to approach these hearings well-prepared to ensure the best possible outcome for the child involved. This guide...
Why is divorce so expensive? The hidden costs
A quick glance at the figures confirms what everybody seems to know to be true: Breaking up isn’t just hard to do, it’s also costly. The average cost of a divorce is roughly $19,458 per couple, according to the most recent statistics. How is that even possible? It’s...
4 tips for building a support system during divorce
Support is crucial when going through a divorce. You need to surround yourself with people who can help you get through the process healthily. However, besides the help you may automatically get from loved ones, you need to actively find or build a social support...
3 common financial mistakes during divorce
Finances play an integral part in divorce. Almost all decisions you make during your divorce may impact your finances. Thus, you need to be extra careful to protect your financial stability during and after the divorce. Below are three financial mistakes to avoid...
Protecting your child’s college savings as you divorce
Divorcing parents who have a tax-advantaged 529 plan to save for their child’s college education often don’t put that at the top of the list of assets to consider as they divide property. However, it’s critical not to lose sight of what happens to the funds in that...
How soon can you divorce in Illinois?
Marriage generally symbolizes a lifelong commitment between two partners. However, sometimes life takes unexpected turns, and divorce becomes necessary. If you find yourself in this situation in Illinois, you might wonder: how soon can I actually file for divorce?...
Can you track your child when they’re with your ex?
Despite the tracking apps available for phones and other electronic devices, many parents don’t believe in tracking their kids. That’s especially true when they get into their teens and they can see this as a breach of trust. After separation or divorce, however, many...
When repairing one’s marriage is not an option
Marriage is a significant commitment. There should always be more happy times than unhappy times, but most couples have to work to achieve this aim. Disagreements are a normal part of any relationship. How couples overcome these differences is what matters. But what...
Property division requires logical thinking
Every aspect of divorce can invoke an emotional response, but succumbing to those emotions can lead to you making decisions that aren’t in your best interests. The property division process is one of the prime examples of this. You’ll have to divide everything you...