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Pre-Trial Hearings in Chicago Divorce Throughout my years as a Chicago divorce lawyer, most of my clients realize that a judge at trial may ultimately decide their divorce.  This is true.  However, the majority of my family law and divorce clients are happy to learn that there is a less formal opportunity to resolve their case that often takes place before a final divorce trial.  These are called pre-trials, or pre-trial hearings. Pre-trial hearings are an invaluable element within divorce c...   Read more ...  

Enjoying Life After Divorce 6.     Sleep.  Even sleep may not be easy – but you need it. Limit any type of electronics an hour before bed. Put the laptop away.  No emails. No texting. No TV. Put yourself in a technology time-out 7.  Create. Your new life. Make a goal board. Starting over can provide new opportunities. Visualize your future. 8.  Don’t speak badly about your spouse. No one wants to hear it and in the end – it won’t make you feel any better to say it. Your ...   Read more ...  

Enjoying Life After Divorce No one is immune from the challenges of divorce. Experiencing the emotions that result from the breakdown of a marriage is no easy task – even in the best of situations. Hopefully – you are on the road to a better life. The process of divorcing may be lengthy. It will likely feel more like a marathon than a sprint. Don’t wait for a divorce to be final before living your life the best way possible. Every day is precious – especially if you have children. ...   Read more ...  

Prenuptial-Agreement A prenuptial agreement, also known as a premarital agreement, is a contract between two people who are to be married. A “prenup” typically spells out what each person owns, as well as owes, and what their property rights will be in the event of death or divorce. Many people assume that a prenup is merely a precursor to divorce, and that having a prenup is setting you up for a meeting with a divorce lawyer in Chicago. According to experts, this is not true at all. Here a...   Read more ...  

Court Orders of Protection in Divorce Cases The recent shooting deaths of three women at a popular day spa in the Milwaukee area that were committed allegedly by the estranged husband of one of the victims has triggered a great deal of discussion over the issuing and effectiveness of court orders of protection.  The presumed gun man, who also took his own life shortly after killing the women and injuring others, was supposedly under a court order of protection sought only days before by his wi...   Read more ...  

Celebrity-Divorce Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman have announced their separation after 30 years of marriage. To many fans, the announcement from this couple, known for the longevity of their marriage, came as a shock. The couple has not provided any reason for their decision to go separate ways. Whatever their reason, the end of long-term marriages astonish people when couples decide to separate. Sometimes marriages are in disrepair for years, but the couple hides their problems or tries to work...   Read more ...