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Amid the divorce whirlwind, couples may become too caught up in their interests that their child could end up being a secondary concern. For judges to maintain making well-informed decisions regarding the child, a child representative, a guardian ad litem (GAL) and a...
A grandparent’s love will never grow old. In fact, their love even becomes more evident when they find their grandchild trapped in the middle of a contentious divorce. Unlike parents with fundamental rights in raising and spending time with their child, grandparents...
Not all divorces are as contentious and emotionally charged as most couples endure. Some Illinois couples who want to legally end their marriage have only been in the relationship for a short time and have neither children nor significant assets for distribution. If...
In general, parents should be able to address their children’s needs even after the dissolution of their marriage. For this reason, it is crucial that you and your partner discuss matters like who makes medical decisions if your children were to fall ill. If parents...
A marriage is supposed to be a partnership of co-equals, especially regarding financial matters. But gender norms place men as the employed breadwinner while women stay home looking after the kids. However, ever-evolving societal shifts have seen women assuming a work...
The decisions that parents make can have a profound impact on the lived experience of children and teenagers. For example, the schools the children attend will determine both the caliber of their education and the social network that they have to rely on later in...
One of the most painful aspects of divorce is losing time with your child. In Illinois, the court shall make a child custody determination based on factors relevant to your child's rearing and overall well-being. You should avoid these mistakes if you hope to have a...
It is normal for spouses to resent each other during a divorce, as the process can bring up a lot of negative emotions. Both parties in a divorce must disclose all their assets, but a resentful spouse may choose to keep a few assets or items to themselves. However,...
Property division in divorce can be complex, especially if it involves multiple properties, businesses and liabilities. In the initial property division process, the court must identify which properties are part of the marital assets. One of the usual inclusions for...
Divorce and separation can be hard on any family. Disputes could cause rifts between parents, affecting their relationship with their children. Because of the potential effects on the children's well-being, the state takes child custody and visitation matters...
