Under Illinois law, anyone under the age of 18 years old is considered a minor. As a result, an adult is required to manage the affairs of the child. Examples of this include deciding where the child lives, attends school, receives medical treatment, etc. Typically,...
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Why you need to know what different assets are worth in a divorce
Splitting up your marital property will likely be one of the most contentious parts of your upcoming divorce. You and your ex may have emotional attachments to the same property or may have very different opinions about what would be fair. If you can't agree on your...
Your custody order can change with the demands of your job
Working a demanding career often means that you have to make personal sacrifices. Your family may have had to make sacrifices to support you over the years as well. Whether you work the third shift as a police officer or have several days on call as an emergency...
3 ways parents can plan to make divorce easier on the kids
Parental divorce is a known trauma for children. Sociologists and psychologists alike recognize the negative impact parental divorce can have on everything from academic performance and social relationships to self-esteem. Although some negative consequences stemming...
3 things that can help you fight unfounded accusations of domestic violence
Due to a range of circumstances, relationships can sometimes turn ugly very fast. When this happens, one party in the relationship may want to stretch the truth to try to gain leverage in divorce court or child custody proceedings. Such situations can motivate the...
A domestic violence charge could harm your career and your life
Being accused of domestic violence is a worry for anyone. If you work in the public eye as a firefighter or police officer, it can be even worse. A conviction could harm your career. When you work in a stressful environment, it can affect your emotional and mental...
Does my spouse have a right to my pension when we divorce?
Many couples who divorce describe it as a jarring experience because of the impact it has on their finances. This is especially the case for late-in-life divorces. If you're nearing retirement age and you're wondering if your ex can stake a claim to your pension,...
How do you manage being “on-call” when you have custody of the kids?
Are you ever "on-call" as part of your career? You know that you have to be ready to respond, but you’re not actively working. If you get that call, though, you can’t delay and you must hurry to work. For instance, many on-call workers are first responders and...
How to keep costs under control in your divorce
Divorce can be a big change for your finances. The divorce process has gained a reputation for being expensive and difficult for families. However, divorce does not have to break the bank. During your divorce, you will have numerous choices to make, from the lawyer...
Nontraditional work schedules and custody: There are options
When you don’t have a traditional work schedule, you might not be sure how you’ll manage your custody schedule. On one hand, you should not be prevented from seeing your child. On the other, you need to be sure that you can be there for them if they are left in your...