You may expect disagreements over property in a contested divorce. It can be frustrating to learn that your spouse used marital property for personal reasons. The timing matters if the spending happened after the marriage had already begun to fail. Illinois law calls...
One often-overlooked question can create unexpected tension when finalizing a divorce: what happens to the nanny or au pair who has become an integral part of the children's daily lives? These caregivers often form deep bonds with the children and understand their...
Even after you finalize your divorce in Illinois, you still have a long way to go before the dust settles and you get back your peace. One of the messiest aspects of divorce is deciding who gets what from your shared belongings—in short, the financials. Contested...
When a divorce turns contested, the process becomes more formal and court driven. That shift can affect how long your case lasts, how much it costs and how much control you keep over the final outcome. What makes a divorce contested A divorce is labeled as contested...
First and foremost, when going through a divorce, you should never attempt to hide assets from your spouse. In a contested divorce, the court must oversee property division, and one of the requirements is full disclosure of all assets the couple owns. Transparency and...
Divorcing a narcissist can be one of the most emotionally draining and complicated experiences that you may ever be compelled to face. Narcissistic individuals often thrive on control, manipulation and conflict, which can make every stage of the divorce process—from...
Divorce proceedings can worsen an already contentious relationship. Spouses facing divorce are often at their worst behavior, lashing out emotionally and failing to think rationally. They destroy or hide property, fight in front of their children and take actions that...
People often look forward to their retirement for years. Even professionals who love their careers want to spend more time with their loved ones and pursue passion projects. Saving assertively for retirement helps ensure that older adults can live comfortably on a...
People often feel ready to divorce long before they take legal action. They may fight with their spouses regularly or be aware of an ongoing affair. The relationship may cause more stress than joy, and the spouses may both grow to resent one another. However, some...
Spousal support or spousal maintenance can help make divorce less imbalanced. However, the obligation to pay another person can put intense pressure on one spouse's budget. They might hope to terminate their spousal support obligations early if circumstances allow. In...