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A family court will consider several factors before allocating parental responsibilities after divorce. Key among them is the children's best interests, which must come first in any decisions affecting them. But, what exactly are these interests, and how will they...
With millions of dollars in assets and business interests on the line, settling a high-asset divorce is never easy. Tensions often run high, and it is easy to act impulsively or make costly slip-ups. Therefore, it helps to understand what to do in such a divorce to...
As a financially dependent spouse, you may be entitled to financial support from your spouse during and after a divorce. Alimony is supposed to help you meet your financial needs and maintain a lifestyle similar to the one you were used to during the marriage. When...
You and your spouse have likely spent years putting your paychecks in the same checking account and making payments on the same mortgage. When you decide to divorce, you will have to separate your financial resources and obligations, which can be very challenging. The...
Many divorced parents plan out some kind of co-parenting child custody agreement that works in their and their child’s best interests. Deciding what is in the best interest of a child can be difficult, but not impossible when a co-parent is willing to work with the...
If you are in the process of getting a divorce, there is a good chance that you are concerned about your spouse's financial behavior. It is not uncommon for someone to try and hide assets during divorce proceedings, which can make things very difficult for the other...
Divorce is often messy and emotional. During the divorce process, it is only natural to reach out to family members and friends for advice and support. While this is normal, it’s best to avoid discussing or posting about your divorce on social media. Some other tips...
A divorce can make it feel like your world has turned upside down. Thinking rationally may be difficult, and hence, the chance that you do something you will later regret is probably higher than ever. You need to be on your best behavior during the divorce. Behaving...
When a marital relationship breaks down to a point where people cannot stand being around one another, one spouse may eventually file for divorce. However, the longer a couple has remained married, the more likely they are to try creative solutions before deciding to...
When you part ways with your spouse, you will share out the assets and debts acquired during the marriage. In Illinois, marital property is divided equitably, based on what is fair. Property and debts are divided similarly. This means that you may end up with certain...