Divorce is often hard on the whole family. This can be especially true when it comes to any children that you share. When getting divorced, it is important to consider your children and how their feelings factor into what is happening. There can be many ways to help...
Family Law
What happens in a high assets divorce?
If you and your spouse both had high-earning positions, you likely accumulated a lot of wealth. This is especially true if you were in a long marriage. While it is never wise to hide your finances, one spouse will sometimes do so. There are many things to consider...
Should you remain transparent about your finances during a divorce?
Most couples choose to merge their finances after marriage. When you decide to divorce, it may become complicated to divide your finances or personal property. Some spouses decide to hide their finances before a divorce, but hiding their assets can land them in...
Preparing a co-parenting plan that works for all
Your Illinois divorce might have been difficult, but if you have children, it’s important to focus on them first. You should know how to prepare a co-parenting plan that works for everyone. Think about your children first Keep a clear perspective on why you and your...
How can you help your child acclimate to two households?
As you go through a divorce, the shockwave hits each family member differently. As you move from a two-parent household to a joint custody household, you may worry about how to help your children adjust to their new reality. The American Academy of Pediatrics explains...
What mistakes should you avoid when discussing divorce with your kids?
Approaching your children with news of the divorce is one of the most challenging conversations. According to the Huffington Post, divorce can be the best solution for you, your spouse, and your children. However, if you do not handle the conversation with care, you...
How to conduct a fair division of assets
One of the most challenging aspects to handle during a divorce is property division. Your asset division may be more complex than average divorces if you own a business, real estate or significant personal possessions. When you live your life as a couple, you do not...
What happens if a divorcing parent is in the military?
These days, divorce rates have risen among the population as a whole. Naturally, this means that the divorce rates in most sub-groups have also risen, which includes divorce rates among those in the military. Some people may worry that the chance of deployment could...
How does divorce affect adolescent children?
Divorce in American households is a common occurrence, with the country leading instances of dissolved marriages during the past several decades. This trend has an especially serious impact on children, and World Psychiatry notes that about 40% of children in the U.S....
Active and passive appreciation of marital assets
Illinois is an equitable distribution state, which means that marital property may not be divided equally in a divorce. Instead, a judge will make a determination about what is fair, given the unique circumstances of each couple. This can make the already complicated...
