Posts By: MICHAEL C CRAVEN

“Til Death (Or Divorce) Do Us Part”

  Due to the diverse issues covered in a divorce case, divorce lawyers must have intimate knowledge of the statutes and cases governing not only family law, but also many other areas of the law. As a result, family law extends well beyond just family law.   One area that requires more advanced knowledge is estate planning; and as a Chicago family law attorney, I recommend that my clients review their estate plan preceding and following a divorce.   Power of Attorney for Health Car...   Read more ...  

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A Better Divorce Is Possible When Chicago Divorce Lawyers Use Mediation

Dissolving a marriage takes time; it is a process that may be equal to the time and effort it took to build the relationship once upon a time. Couples often find themselves in drawn out battles in the courtroom, costing each party a hefty total. Emotionally, the courtroom can become a source of distress and heartache for the divorcing parties. Rather than see the case through in a courtroom, many divorcing couples and their divorce lawyers in Chicago find success with mediation.   Mediation...   Read more ...  

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Does Your Religion Recognize Divorce?

The United States constitution mandates that there be separation between church and state. In the U.S., a divorce is considered a civil, non-religious matter and once a judge signs the final divorce papers, a couple is considered divorced. However, divorce documents may not be sufficient in the eyes of certain religions. Even if you do not consider yourself to be particularly religious, it is important to know and understand the difference between a religious and civil divorce. This blog post wi...   Read more ...  

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Understanding Fault and No-Fault Grounds for Divorce

As a divorce attorney, I am frequently asked what requirements are needed in order to file for a divorce. Specifically, I am asked if one spouse must be guilty or have done something wrong before a divorce can be requested. Although these answers vary from state to state, in Illinois there must be grounds for a divorce. There are two types of grounds in Illinois, fault grounds and no-fault grounds. No-fault grounds are more commonly known as irreconcilable differences. In the case of irreconcila...   Read more ...  

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Utilizing Chicago Divorce Attorneys To Develop A Solid (Yet Flexible) Co-Parenting Plan

As a Chicago divorce attorney, I have seen firsthand how difficult dissolving a marriage can prove for my clients. A common challenge when working through the divorce process is agreeing on an effective co-parenting plan for your children. Divorcing with children brings a whole set of parameters to work through. Even if you and your spouse are on amicable terms, consulting with Chicago divorce attorneys can offer a comprehensive range of benefits as you strive to effectively construct a solid c...   Read more ...  

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Chicago Divorce Lawyer Sheds Light on Domestic Violence

Lately domestic violence has been in the forefront of the news and seemingly making headlines weekly. As a result, the high profile individuals accused of domestic violence are facing their consequences publicly. The media not only scrutinizes the abuser, but also any organizations affiliated with the abuser. Last year when NFL Raven’s player Ray Rice was accused of assaulting his fiancé, he was suspended for just two games. According to the New York Times, this penalty was seen as “too lig...   Read more ...  

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