On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Nov 28, 2019 | Divorce
Midwest weather can have some of the most extreme fluctuations in the country. But frigid winters and hot and humid summers aren’t the only things that can make these climates unbearable for some. That’s because the hot and cold vibes can extend well beyond the...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Nov 27, 2019 | Divorce
Marriages can become turbulent for a variety of reasons. However, some may not know the likelihood of divorce can increase if one spouse has a long commute. That’s because the time away from home and stress of traffic can provoke rising tensions at home. According to...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Nov 25, 2019 | Divorce, Property Division
When two people marry, it is common for them to join their property and assets, just as they join their lives together. Though this is common, it is also generally why dividing property is often so complex when couples file for divorce. However, many married couples...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Sep 9, 2019 | Divorce
A growing number of people in Illinois are choosing to divorce later in life. In the past, older Americans tended to stay together, especially if they were already part of a long marriage. Divorce was less socially acceptable, and people often had fewer expectations...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Aug 23, 2019 | Divorce
When divorces happen in Illinois and around the country, chances are high that the female spouses started the process. One study concluded that wives initiated 80% of divorces. Another study that tracked 355 couples over a 16-year period collected information from...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Aug 13, 2019 | Divorce
When a divorce occurs, a couple might decide to sell a house and split any profits. However, there are also reasons a person in Illinois may wish to keep a home. One could feel attached to the property, or one could wish to live in the home with children. Before...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Aug 2, 2019 | Divorce
Divorce can be hard on Illinois residents and others throughout the country. However, it may also be a source of happiness for some who have chosen to end their marriage. According to a representative from the American College of Financial Services, women between the...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Jun 28, 2019 | Divorce
Child support is often a major part of a divorced parent’s income. Although losing the second salary in the home after divorce might make it challenging to juggle all of the expenses a couple was able to manage, child support helps ensure the children have what...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Jun 20, 2019 | Divorce
The already complex process of divorce can be further complicated for people in Illinois if one of them loses a job. This can have implications for child and spousal support payments whether it is the lower- or the higher-earning spouse who loses a job. In the former...
On behalf of Gauthier Family Law | Jun 13, 2019 | Divorce
For many Illinois families, divorce brings about a wide range of changes, including emotional, social and behavioral changes. However, one change that might not be so obvious during the process, is how divorce will affect the children’s higher education plans. A...
