Belleville, Illinois Family Law Blog
Can a ‘nesting’ arrangement work for my family post-divorce?
Parents who are in the process of getting a divorce are naturally concerned about how their split will affect their child. With all the upheaval that divorce brings to a child’s young life, parents may want to do what they can to help their child cope with these...
Importance of putting a guardian for children into a will
There are many aspects of life in Illinois that are unexpected, but are still certainly possibilities. It is important to plan for these potential events. Many of them can be planned for through purchasing various forms of insurance. However, insurance cannot provide...
What are irreconcilable differences in an Illinois divorce?
When an Illinois couple has reached the point in their marital relationship where they believe it is better to part ways, there can be some confusion about the basics of getting a divorce. Although Illinois is a state that allows a divorce due to irreconcilable...
Equitable distribution of assets in divorce does not mean equal
When people in Illinois are married, they share their lives together. This shared life includes sharing any property that they may acquire during the marriage. The couple shares this property regardless of whose name is on the title, who purchased it or whose name is...
When judges may deviate from the child support guidelines
Raising children in Illinois is not always an easy task. Parents need to make a number of very important and difficult decisions regarding their education, medical decisions and others. Parents also have to pay for many things for their children as well. So, there are...
4 tips to make divorce mediation easier
When a divorce goes to court, the litigation process may be lengthy, expensive and deeply stressful to both parents and children. Divorce mediation offers a potentially healthier alternative when ex-spouses are willing to try to work together. During mediation, a...
Managing parental responsibilities after a divorce
Being a parent is hard under the best conditions, but when Illinois parents choose to go through a divorce, parenting can become even more complex. Even two people who can prioritize their children’s well-being may find it hard to agree to a schedule or arrangement...
When to update an estate plan
There are some important times in the estate planner’s life when they should consider updating their estate plan. Because an estate plan should not be set in stone, it is helpful for estate planners to know when they should update their estate plan. Estate plans are...
Adding a durable power of attorney to an estate plan can be a good idea
Many Illinois residents have taken the time to create an estate plan for their family. An estate plan is an important way for a person to share their wishes about what they want to do with their assets after they pass away. But besides the passing along of assets...
Divorce and business
When spouses are business partners or co-owners, ending a marriage can terminate business relationships. Preparation before your divorce can help protect your business. Complications Divorce can impact business if it is part of property division. It may disrupt daily...
