Parenting Plans Mandatory in Custody Cases
Child Support and How to Get it
Are you a Mom or Dad with children and in need of child support?
Drug Abuse and Custody of Very Small Chldren
Pet Custody. Who gets the Family Pet during a Divorce?
Going through a Divorce and you have a Family Pet. As of January 1, 2018, Illinois Courts now recognize "Pet Custody" . The two of you have competing property rights in your dog, cat, reptile or any other "companion animal". You can also litigate or negotiate "parenting time" with your pet and who pays for its upkeep.
5 tips for finding the best divorce or custody lawyer for you
Some of us end up interviewing a number of divorce or custody lawyers. We want someone who will fight for us and get the best possible results but too often we end up disappointed and frustrated by the process. We often wonder if we made the best choice after all.
Child Custody and Motherhood on the Run in Illinois
It's Mother's Day. A time to celebrate but here is a word of warning. The rules governing child custody are changing in Illinois and elsewhere. More and more women are losing custody of their children. This is a very noticeable trend and this blog will attempt to ascerrtain why.
Your Divorce and the New Tax Law
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 will affect divorcing couples with maintenance or alimony concerns in a big way.
Order of Protection
If you are experiencing Domestic Violence, you may need to seek an Order of Protection because unfortunately, Domestic Violence continues to be an issue in Divorce and Custody Cases.
Alimony or Spousal Support in Illinois
Alimony or what we now call spousal support is a major issue in divorces especially in Illinois. Illinois is a very liberal state when it comes to alimony or spousal support. In Illinois, we now have a formula which essentially takes 30% of the higher wage earner's salary and subtracts 20% from the lower wager earner's wages.
Why Choose Divorce Mediation?
Being a Divorce Attorney with years of experience in the Divorce Courts, I can definitely see the benefits of Divorce Mediation. That is why I received formal training in Divorce Mediation and why I work as a team with another trained Attorney Mediator. I also see the incredible benefits of Custody Mediation for unmarried couples who want to attempt to fashion a workable Parenting Plan.
