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Archives for June 2016

Mental Health Professionals Suggest the Joint Custody is the Best Option for Children

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There is a clear consensus among most mental health professionals that divorce is difficult for children, but many are coming forward to suggest that joint custody arrangements make the process easier for all involved. Recent changes to Illinois divorce law have changed the way that custody is defined, a revision that was designed to make joint parental involvement a reality for many divorcing families. Custody in Illinois Child custody and other terms used during the divorce process differ … [Read more...]

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Four Places Spouses Hide Assets In A Divorce

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After child custody, the most hard fought battles in a divorce are over the division of assets. Often one party attempts to hide or shield assets from the divorce court in order to retain the full value of the asset for themselves. With the help of a family law attorney, clients can bring all of the hidden assets to light. … [Read more...]

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Untangle the Knot: Custody for the Family Pet

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Pets are not treated the same as children in divorce cases, but they are instead regarded as items of marital property subject to equitable property division rules in Illinois. Even though a person may view the family pet as a vital member of the family similar to a child, there are no laws that control custody of pets. People may be able to negotiate pet custody and visitation agreements or litigate the issue in court with custody lawyers. Pets As Property In Illinois, there are no laws that … [Read more...]

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How Illinois Divides Assets in Divorce

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Getting divorced means dividing your assets so that each partner can walk away from the marriage and get a fresh start on life. In Illinois, assets are divided equitably, not equally. This means that the courts will divide the assets based on what they feel is fair to both partners based on their financial situation and contributions to the marriage. … [Read more...]

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