Wheaton, Illinois Family Law Blog

Finances are a notorious stressor for many spouses these days. Financial problems are a primary reason for countless divorces every year in Illinois and across the country. Divorce can sometimes bring new financial worries as newly single individuals are often left...

For parents in Illinois who are divorced but still co-parent, effective communication is a necessity. Understandably, communicating with an ex-spouse is not one of the easiest things to do following a marital breakup. Yes, divorce is a challenge and often emotional,...

Without a doubt, deciding to end a marriage will leave an individual with quite a bit to think about. Divorce is an emotionally and financially draining experience, and being unprepared can make this experience even more challenging. Obviously, spouses in Illinois...

Spouses never wed with the intention of separating, but it happens. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are on average about 800,000 divorces per year in the United States. A lot of divorces are messy, conflict-ridden and time-consuming....

When parents in Illinois choose to end their relationship or marriage, deciding the custody of their children can be a challenging and often painful discussion. Many times, this discussion turns into a disagreement and parents end up in court. Who will gain custody of...

Although no couple in Illinois marries with the intent of separating, sometimes ending a marriage is the best course of action. Obviously, marriages will dissolve for a number of reasons. However, a common aspect of most divorces is that they are very costly. Divorce...

It goes without saying that a marital breakup is one of life’s toughest experiences. For many couples in Illinois, separating via mediation may be more appealing and advantageous than going through a litigated divorce. Mediation is usually a cheaper and more...

Few things in life are as stressful and challenging as the dissolution of a marriage. For Illinois residents who go through the breakup of a long marriage, depression, anxiety, loneliness and self-loathing are just a few struggles that are often experienced. Getting...

Without a doubt, a divorce can be a painful event to go through. However, the situation can be even more stressful and complicated when both parents desire sole custody of the children. In past decades, courts traditionally favored the mothers in most child custody...

Everyone knows that a marital breakup can wreak havoc on finances. Undoubtedly, it can be difficult to focus on money amid the turmoil of divorce. However, failing to take action to protect finances can have disastrous consequences. Here’s what Illinois residents can...