In our last post, we discussed how fathers in Illinois and elsewhere now have more rights in custody cases. They also have a greater number of legal options available when trying to establish paternity, seek visitation rights or fight an adoption. However, while today’s dads fare much better than dads from decades ago, fathers’ rights…Read More
Sherri Shepherd’s ex seeks custody of unborn child
Divorce and separation don’t always occur at the most convenient times for families. For example, it was recently reported that Sherri Shepherd, a co-host of The View, is splitting from her husband of almost three years while the couple has a baby on the way through a surrogate. When an unborn child is part of…Read More
High-asset divorce cases warrant special care
Ask anyone who has practiced family law in Illinois and they will tell you that every divorce case is unique, just like every family is unique. While a divorce case involving a couple with few assets and no children can be pretty straightforward, a case involving business owners with many assets and minor children can…Read More
Temporarily evicting a spouse from the marital home
After an Illinois couple decides to make the difficult decision to end their marriage, one spouse will often move out of the marital home. However, it’s not always easy to decide which spouse will be packing their bags. A common question asked to family law attorneys is whether it is possible to force a spouse…Read More
Do grandparents have visitation rights in Illinois?
Illinois and the rest of the states have all enacted statutes provide guidelines around grandparent visitation rights. The purpose of the laws is to provide grandparents with visitations rights to their grandchildren so long as it is in the best interests of the children. As in many other states, the general rule in Illinois is…Read More
Study links bad marriages to depression
As many Chicago residents are likely aware, divorce can be emotionally trying. However, the emotional challenges that many experience in bad marriages may be worse. Almost no good marriage ever ends in divorce. Divorce most often happens to couples in bad marriages, when they realize that their differences are irreconcilable and the marriage is beyond…Read More
Summer planning tips for divorced parents
Believe it or not but summer is just around the corner. While this causes excitement amongst students, it can cause anxiety for parents who haven’t yet nailed down summer plans for their kids. This is especially true for parents in Illinois who have gone through divorce and must also consider the wishes of the other…Read More
Prenuptial agreements may spare couples from financial agony
Many Chicago residents are likely vaguely familiar with prenuptial agreements. However, they may not be aware of exactly what these documents entail. Some may be under the impression that prenuptial agreements are contrary to the spirit of marriage. While it may be true that asking a spouse to sign a prenuptial agreement may not be…Read More
A look at pets in divorce property division
Many Chicago pet owners likely feel a strong sentimental attachment to their furry friends. Some of these pet owners may also be in the middle of a divorce. This is backed by statistics — 62 percent of households in the U.S. contain no less than one pet, while around 50 percent of marriages in the…Read More
Olympic skater Johnny Weir and husband divorce
In Chicago and across the U.S., same-sex marriage is becoming a reality for many. In some Chicago counties, same-sex couples have been able to legally marry before same-sex marriage is set to be widely legalized in the state. As same-sex marriage is becoming more common, same-sex divorce is also a reality that many are now…Read More
