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The term estate planning makes many people think of wills or possibly trusts. The main consideration for many testators putting together an estate plan is what might happen with their property and what protection their dependent family members require. However, estate...
One of the most difficult aspects of many breakups and divorces is the need to share parental rights and responsibilities concerning minor children that the former partners share. Parents often fight over time with their children and also the authority to make...
Those putting together an estate plan in Illinois often choose to use a will as their primary testamentary document. A will can give someone an opportunity to name a person they trust to serve as the representative of their estate after they die. A smaller number of...
Having a will means having some say over what happens to one's dependent family members and valuable property after passing away. A will helps a testator control the distribution of their property and allows them to better provide for their closest loved ones after...
Parents in Illinois generally have the authority to make decisions about their children's needs with very little government oversight. However, once parents separate or divorce, the family courts and state law have some authority over parenting decisions. Neither...
One of the most basic elements of the divorce process is the division of marital property. Some couples already have an agreement in place that clearly states what they will do with their assets in the event that their union comes to an end. But, most couples will...
Winter break and spring vacation may be some of the best times of year for your children. Summer vacation may also be full of adventure, from sleepovers and trips to the pool to family vacations at amusement parks. When you divorce or separate from the other parent of...
Your divorce will likely be the biggest disruption your child has ever experienced. It will shake up where they live, how they spend their days and how they view the world. Their idea of the family and themselves will likely change during this time as well. You can't...
Parents going through a divorce must ensure they do what’s best for their children. The kids should have a stable life filled with love and support. It will take both parents to make this happen, so they must work together. It may behoove parents to set ground rules...
The practical aspects of divorce are often the most contentious. Couples can have a hard time reaching a mutually agreeable settlement regarding the division of their property. The longer you have lived in the same home, the more you have likely invested through...
