Wheaton, Illinois Family Law Blog

When someone receives an inheritance, it can really change how they view their future. A person’s parents may leave them enough money so they can retire whenever they want, giving them flexibility in their careers and long-term financial stability. But what happens if...

When the topic of gray divorce comes up, people often focus on finances, retirement or the challenges of ending a marriage later in life. Yet the departure of adult children from the family home can also change how some couples experience their marriage. This...

Many Illinois parents assume that once they file for divorce, mediation is no longer an option. However, that assumption is often wrong. Illinois courts allow mediation at any point in a divorce case, even after a spouse has already filed the petition for dissolution...

Child custody arrangements, also known as parental rights and responsibilities, address decision-making authority and parenting time. Parents divorcing or separating must establish a formal arrangement for cooperatively raising their children. They can do so through...

Going through a divorce doesn’t directly affect your credit; however, there are some situations that might occur that could have a negative impact on your creditworthiness. These typically stem from the financial changes that occur when you end the marriage.  One...

Stepparents are the cornerstone of some families, which may lead to them developing a deep bond with their stepchildren. In some cases, it may be decided that the stepparent should adopt the children.  A stepparent adoption is a legal recognition of the relationship...

Mediation gives parents an opportunity to resolve their ongoing divorce and custody disagreements peacefully. When they need to establish a custody arrangement, they can sit down together at the mediation table to work out an agreement for dividing parental rights and...

Divorce can create major changes for both parents and children. Even after the marriage ends, parents still share responsibility for supporting their child’s emotional well-being, routines and long-term stability. Although disagreements may still happen, a cooperative...

Children often experience emotional distress and behavioral issues after divorce. The idea that their parents are no longer together, combined with the reality of moving between two homes, can significantly affect them. Maintaining stability is one way parents can...

When you divorce someone with whom you share minor-age children, you will need to determine how you will share parental responsibilities and parenting time. It is important to remember that this likely won’t look the same throughout the year or maybe even week to...