Some divorcing couples in Illinois rely on consensual dispute resolution, commonly referred to as divorce mediation, to amicably settle their differences out of court, but the process may not be an effective option in every divorce case. While there is no set of rules to help divorcing couples determine whether divorce mediation is right for them, a careful review of the benefits and the types of situations where the process is effective may be helpful. Although mediation is typically not … [Read more...]
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Denise Erlich is a Guest Speaker at Divorce Seminar – “Divorceonomics”
DESCRIPTIONDivorce can be stressful. Especially if you are divorcing a difficult spouse. At this seminar, you will hear presentations from some of the top family law attorneys providing critical information that you need to know to go to family court. In addition, there will be therapists, financial advisors, and real estate professionals, to name just a few. You will be given tools to save you money and your sanity. This seminar is open to individuals dealing with divorce at any stage. There … [Read more...]
Who Has Custody When the Parents Never Married?
Illinois parents who never married have different rights than parents who divorce after a child is born or during pregnancy. Understanding the differences can help ensure that parents take full advantage of their rights as parents, according to DuPage County family law attorney, Denise Erlich. While it's becoming increasingly common for unmarried couples to have children, the legal system still operates on the assumption that a child's parents are legally wed. As a result, unmarried parents … [Read more...]