When parents in Illinois decide to divorce, they might be worried about how it will affect their children, but they can do several things to make the process less difficult for them. First, children need to feel reassured that they can still go on loving and having a...
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Splitting an IRA in a divorce
Although the divorce rate is on the decline overall for couples in Illinois and around the country, divorce among older adults is on the rise. This age group may have retirement accounts to divide, and they might also be more likely to have started taking...
Personal records can help during custody cases
When Illinois parents divorce, issues regarding the custody and support of any minor children are often a major concern. The stress of the process can, however, make it difficult for parents to effectively negotiate these matters. One thing that they can do is top...
Helping children of divorce enjoy the holidays
The holiday season can be stressful for anyone living in Illinois. However, it's often even more stressful after a divorce. That's why separated parents should do everything that they can to ensure that their children have a happy experience during this time of year....
Challenges for long-distance parents after divorce
Illinois parents who move away from their children after divorce might be worried about whether they will be able to maintain the relationship from a distance. While they may not be able to spend as much time with their children as they would if they were nearby, they...
Should I let my spouse keep the house?
If you and your spouse in Illinois have decided that you should not stay married to each other, you will have to embark on the task of determining how to separate your marital estate. The division of assets is often one element of a divorce that extends the time it...
How divorce mediators help divorcees
Illinois couples who are getting a divorce will have some issues to work through. Whether it's custody matters, alimony payment, or how to divide assets, there are going to be plenty of areas in which arguments may occur. So how can a couple get through these...
How adult children cope with divorce
As more and more retired parents decide to end their marriage, a higher number of adult children are left having to cope with this sudden shift in family structure. Unfortunately, not many studies offer insight into how divorce can affect adult children. One thing is...
What are post-divorce modifications?
As a divorced resident in Illinois, you have already jumped through all of the hoops for legally ending a marriage. However, after these decisions have been made and the terms have been settled, the life circumstances that led to them may not stay the same. Will you...
Marital property: What all is included?
When you file for divorce, there are a myriad of issues you are forced to tackle before your divorce settlement can be finalized. One of the most daunting tasks is separating marital property and assets that have been accumulated throughout your years of marriage. You...