And the ability and determination to follow through on issues that matter to you.
Contrary to what you see in the movies and TV, many couples don’t need judges to divvy up the assets in their divorce. Some couples find solutions outside of the court system, either by working it through themselves, with lawyers or with mediators. Divorce mediation is when you and your spouse work with a neutral Read more about Benefits of Divorce Mediation[…]
Checklist for Employing a Divorce Legal Representative Finding the best legal representative for you is a procedure that needs much idea and a little research. Consider this checklist for working with a divorce attorney to assist you cover all of your bases throughout this process. Make a list of divorce attorneys Often, the best method Read more about Checklist for Employing a Divorce Legal Representative[…]
The process of getting a divorce can seem complicated and most divorcing couples have a lot of questions. A divorce lawyer can help answer questions and clear up any misconceptions about the process of getting a divorce. One myth about family court is that you are required to go through marriage counseling before you can Read more about Is Marriage Counseling Required Before You Can Get a Divorce?[…]
Can Grandparents Have Visitation of Grandchildren? Children and grandparents form strong bonds. When a marriage dissolves, the relationship between grandparent and grandchild can become strained or more complex. Some grandparents may fear that they won’t be able to see their grandchildren. If you’re concerned about not seeing your grandchildren, here is what you need to Read more about Family Lawyer[…]
Divorce and custody disputes can be complex and costly if not handled right – even more so for military divorce and military custody disputes. Military life, deployments, relocation and even military pay structure all contribute to the extra complexity and potential for costly mistakes in military divorce and custody disputes. Military Life. Whether living on Read more about Military Divorce & Custody[…]
Why is it important for a co-parent to foster or encourage a strong parent-child relationship between the other parent and their minor child? When people split up or divorce, family law courts across the country must decide which parent will have primary custody of the parties’ minor child. This task is not easy. As a Read more about Co-Parenting and Fostering Strong Relationships[…]
The only true winners in divorce are parties who reach a fair settlement early in the divorce process – without going to court. Let’s face it. Taking a divorce case all the way to court is expensive – in time, money, and relationships – especially if a custody battle is involved. Parents with young children Read more about The Only Winners in Divorce[…]
Hiring a divorce lawyer can be the most important, and stressful, decision of your entire separation process. When going to a consultation to meet with an attorney, you shouldn’t let them ask all the questions. You need to get enough information from them to ensure that you know if they will be a good divorce Read more about The Three Biggest Questions to Ask When Hiring A Divorce Lawyer[…]
If you’re going through a divorce and your spouse has already hired a divorce lawyer, you might, at times, feel frustrated with some of the things that are going on. This is especially true when the other lawyer is overzealous. There Are Limitations to Zealous Advocacy In general, it is an attorney’s job to be Read more about What You Might Expect From Your Spouse’s Divorce Lawyer[…]
For parents in Illinois, the end of a marriage doesn’t mean the end of parenting responsibilities. Courts tend to favor coparenting arrangements that keep both parents involved with a child’s life. With such arrangements, however, parents no longer sharing a house are normally encouraged to remember that the child’s best interests come first. Even when Read more about The basics of coparenting after a marriage ends[…]