Business Ownership and Marital Property
Business Ownership and Marital Property in Property Divison Even if you do not know the details of Illinois’ statute on the distribution of assets, you probably have a general understanding of the basics regarding property in divorce. All items acquired during the marriage are considered marital assets, and the law mandates that they be equitably distributed between the parties. Though it may not lead to an equal 50-50 split, the process of dividing property seems relatively straightforward: ... Read more ...
Getting Divorced During COVID In Chicago – What You Need To Know
If couples are considering a divorce during COVID-19, how do they move forward with the divorce process? When COVID-19 first appeared, it affected what we were doing and how we were doing it because it was a brand-new frontier – nobody had protocols early in the pandemic. The first few months into the pandemic, courts closed. There were a series of court orders, lasting about 30-day orders, depending on which court system you were at, that shut-down the system temporarily. We continually t... Read more ...
Teenagers and Parenting Plans
Under any circumstances, raising a teenager is a challenge and parents may encounter significant struggles when trying to juggle child custody and visitation issues after a divorce. Not only must you address typical teen drama, but you will also need to coordinate with each other on the allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time. During divorce proceedings, you will go over such issues in connection with the Illinois statute on parenting plans. The problem is that, while the law ... Read more ...
Divorce Questions People Ask Answered By Chicago Divorce Lawyer
In this Q&A with Chicago Divorce Lawyer Michael Craven, we will explore questions people also ask about divorce in the Chicago area. Table of Contents ToggleWho can benefit most from an uncontested divorce?What are the advantages and disadvantages of a contested divorce?Would you say overall that you wouldn’t want a judge to make decisions in the end?What can be done when you want a divorce, but can’t find your spouse?How are people served divorce papers?Is it smart to accept bein... Read more ...
In Illinois, Circumstances When Alimony Payments Terminate
A key issue in many Illinois divorces is alimony, which a party pays to the other, generally, once the legal proceedings are complete. Illinois’ statute on spousal maintenance requires a two-part analysis for awarding support. The court first makes a finding that alimony is appropriate and will then decide the terms and conditions. However, parties are free to enter an agreement on the issue of spousal support whenever possible. Whether by h... Read more ...
Can Child Support Be Taken out of SSDI?
If you pay child support pursuant to an Illinois court’s order in connection with a divorce or paternity case, you know how critical it is to comply with the terms. However, even when you understand your obligations and fully intend to live up to them, health-related circumstances can have a significant impact on your ability to support yourself – which also affects your ability to pay child support. Fortunately, you may qualify to receive benefits under the federal Social ... Read more ...
