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Maybe It’s Time to Consider a Divorce
Marriage is seen by many as an institution that will stand the test of time. Nobody gets married with the intention to separate at some point, but years of misery and anger can make even the most optimistic newly-wed couple … Continue reading
Developing a Parenting Plan That’s Beneficial to Your Children
Parents needing to establish a co-parenting plan during divorce mediation or litigation should really consider both the short-term and long-term ramifications of their decisions. Keep in mind that, if you have young children, you and the other parent might need … Continue reading
Divorce Mediation Saves Time and Money
Deciding that it’s time to dissolve a marriage is never easy for either party, even if it’s the best option for you and your family. The stigma surrounding divorce is often one of heated arguments, with each party doing his … Continue reading
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Divorce
(Adapted from A Presentation to Lilac Tree Attendees on the Nuts and Bolts of Finances in Divorce) In the litigation process, there is a focus on winning and losing. However, in the Mediation Process and the Collaborative Law Process, the … Continue reading
Real Estate in Divorce – The Family Home, Part 2
Part 2 of 2 Read Part 1 For divorcing couples, the marital home is typically a highly charged emotional issue. Where there are children, it is desirable to look for a solution that focuses on the child’s or the children’s … Continue reading
Imputation of Income in Divorce, Part 1
Part 1 of 2 Maintenance and child support calculations do not have to produce conflict and tension in a case. In many instances, the parties understand the need for maintenance or child support and work together to reach a fair … Continue reading
Gifts And The Division Of Property
Gifts, Divorce, and The Division of Property in Illinois Our clients frequently ask us how their property will be divided in their divorce. People grow attached to certain possessions and worry that splitting with their spouse will force them to … Continue reading
The Amicable Divorce
There is a common misconception that divorce is a nasty affair between two bitter spouses, acted out through forceful litigators and numerous trips to court. While such divorces do exist, we believe that they are in the minority. The more … Continue reading
A Collaborative Divorce Can Save Your Business
Your small business is vulnerable. Not necessarily to theft, or natural disasters, or even economic downturns. Instead, your small business is vulnerable to domestic instability and to divorce. On a personal level, a divorce is likely to distract a … Continue reading
