If you are considering divorce, you may be looking for an experienced Illinois divorce lawyer to guide you through the process. When meeting with an attorney for an initial consultation, there are a number of questions you may want to ask before hiring the attorney so that you have a general idea of what you…Read More
Making the Decision to Divorce
Occasionally a client initiates a divorce and later changes their mind after working things out with their spouse which may certainly be the way to go if there is a chance of reconciliation. The decision to divorce or stay together is one of the most important you will make and it requires thoughtful consideration. Sometimes,…Read More
What Should I Expect From My Divorce Attorney?
Although every divorce can vary depending on your unique circumstances, when you hire an attorney he or she should be able to speak to an overall plan for your case. It may begin with a plan to meet with your spouse’s lawyer, followed by drawing up documents for signature and then filing them with the…Read More
Tips to Prepare for Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation is an alternative to traditional litigation which can be less adversarial and costly to couples seeking a divorce. When seeking the services of a mediator, it is important to choose one with experience who possesses complete familiarity with the divorce laws in your state and is able to assist you with necessary court…Read More
Marital Infidelity in an Illinois Divorce
If your spouse is cheating and you want a divorce, you may wonder what impact the infidelity will have on the divorce proceedings. Is there some comeuppance your spouse will suffer under Illinois divorce law for wrecking your married life? Illinois Property Division in a Divorce Where couples divide marital assets in a divorce, the…Read More
Divorcing a Wealthy Spouse With Few Financial Resources | Libertyville Divorce Lawyer
In a divorce, it is not uncommon for the spouse with the financial advantage to wage war against their former partner by cutting off credit cards, hiding assets and hiring a litigious attorney all in an effort to force their partner into a less than fair settlement. Although it can be very difficult for clients…Read More
Military Retirement Pay in a Divorce
The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled on a case, Howell v. Howell, that may affect a military spouse’s entitlement to their ex’s retirement funds following a divorce. The details of the case involve a Air Force veteran who elected to take non-taxable disability benefits resulting in an off-set to a portion of his military retirement…Read More
Who Pays the Attorney Fees in a Divorce?
There are two main provisions that govern whether to award attorney fees in an Illinois divorce case: The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act, which directs the court to consider a number of factors when deciding whether and in what proportion to award attorney fees, and the Schneider decision, which requires that a party…Read More
Tax Issues to Consider After Divorce
After a divorce is finalized, tax issues can resurface annually affecting couples for years to come. If you are divorced, here are some tax issues to consider. Are My Alimony Payments Tax Deductible? If spousal maintenance has been awarded through a divorce or separation agreement, payments are deductible by the payer and taxable to the…Read More
Determining Child Custody and Support for a Disabled Child in a Divorce
When there is a child with special needs involved in a divorce, issues of child custody, visitation, child support, spousal maintenance and property division are significantly more complex. As a guiding principle, courts consider what is in the best interest of the child when deciding parenting time arrangements, aka child custody and visitation. However, determining…Read More
