Divorce

Special Considerations in High-Net Worth Divorces

While any divorce has the potential to become complicated, high-net worth divorceshave more potential for complications than most other types of cases. Because the assets

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How to Prepare for a Custody Evaluation

One of the most important parts of a child custody case will not happen in a courtroom. Instead, it will occur in your home or at the

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Common Sense Reasons for Getting an Illinois Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement

Even though the divorce rate has stabilized over the past several years, many marriages will end in divorce. Therefore, creating a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement

Divorce

Getting Divorced After Age 50

Divorce in people over age 50 was once a rare event. Yet while the overall divorce rate has seen small declines, the divorce rate in

Divorce

How Domestic Violence Impacts Divorce and Custody Cases

Domestic violence is often an issue in family law cases. Illinois has a system of laws to help protect victims of domestic violence and their children. Emotions

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What Happens To A Personal Injury Settlement In A Divorce?

When one a couple is in the middle of a divorce and one spouse is about to receive a settlement from a car accident or

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When A Stepparent Needs Custody of A Child

Blended families are more common than ever, and may soon be the norm. Sometimes these complex families face unique custody issues. While the law usually

Alimony

Will I Have To Pay Alimony?

When you are trying to understand the financial costs of a divorce, you may wonder about alimony. In the Illinois family court system, alimony is called

Divorce

The Divorce Discovery Process

When most people think about filing for divorce they worry about having to testify in court. Most cases settle long before anyone ever needs to

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Marital Property in Illinois

Illinois is not a community property state. When a couple files for divorce, a judge must evaluate the couple’s property and decide what is marital property and

Divorce

What Illinois's New Family Law Changes Mean For Collaborative Divorce

On January 1, 2016, Illinois family law will undergo profound changes. Moreover, the changes in the law will affect how couples go about settling the

Divorce

What Impacts How Long It Takes To Get A Divorce In Illinois?

Sometimes the hardest part of a divorce is waiting for it to be over. One frequently asked question is, “How long will a divorce take?”

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What Happens When The Judge Appoints A Guardian Ad Litem?

In most family law cases each parent has his or her own attorney that represents them throughout the process. A lawyer does not usually represent the children.

Divorce

Self-Employment and Divorce

In divorce cases there are three main areas of dispute: dividing up time with the children; division of the marital property; and child and spousal

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Managing Parenting Time During the Holidays

Holidays are supposed to be a time of fun and celebration. However, for many families, dealing with parenting time calendars and ex-spouses during the holidays

Divorce

Getting Modifications After A Divorce

After a divorce is final, conflicts may continue or new issues may arise that make it necessary for the parties to go back to court.

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Protecting Special Needs Children In Divorce And Custody Cases

Raising children is difficult. Moreover, the addition of a child’s medical needs, among others, can bring a troubled marriage to a breaking point. Therefore, when

Divorce

Settling a Divorce Before The Trial: What You Should Know

The outcome of a divorce case is often uncertain. Moreover, it can be expensive to litigate all of the issues—property division, child custody, spousal support,

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Tax Issues in High Net Worth Divorces

A considerable amount of time is spent dealing with the division of marital property in most divorces. However, high net worth divorces offer other particularly

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Insights, News, & Resources From STG Divorce Law

Special Considerations in High-Net Worth Divorces

How to Prepare for a Custody Evaluation

Common Sense Reasons for Getting an Illinois Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement

Getting Divorced After Age 50

How Domestic Violence Impacts Divorce and Custody Cases

What Happens To A Personal Injury Settlement In A Divorce?

When A Stepparent Needs Custody of A Child

Will I Have To Pay Alimony?

The Divorce Discovery Process

Marital Property in Illinois

What Illinois's New Family Law Changes Mean For Collaborative Divorce

What Impacts How Long It Takes To Get A Divorce In Illinois?

What Happens When The Judge Appoints A Guardian Ad Litem?

Self-Employment and Divorce

Managing Parenting Time During the Holidays

Getting Modifications After A Divorce

Protecting Special Needs Children In Divorce And Custody Cases

Settling a Divorce Before The Trial: What You Should Know

Tax Issues in High Net Worth Divorces

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