Marital Debt
Will I have to pay my spouse’s debts in a divorce? You can find the law relevant to division of debts in a divorce in the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act at 750 ILCS 5/503. This is a […]
What if I can’t pay my child support?
What if I can’t pay my child support? Illinois modification of child support court orders Common Misconception Many people think that if they lose their job or even go to jail that their child support stops automatically. That is not […]
Family Law Mediation
Mediation in the context of family law What is mediation? Mediation is a process where parents and/or spouses meet with a neutral third party (the mediator) to attempt to resolve the issues in their case through negotiation and compromise. The […]
Last Will and Testament
I am not a millionaire. Do I need a Will? The answer is Yes! Everyone should have a Will and Estate Plan. Children If you have minor children, it is so important to designate in writing who will take care […]
Adoption
Background Adopting a child can be overwhelming but hiring an experienced attorney will help you navigate the process. A specified adoption is one in which the biological parent(s) hand-picks (specifies) who will adopt his/her child. Often, a specified adoption involves […]