Wheaton, Illinois Family Law Blog

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...

When parents decide to end their romantic relationship, one common area of concern is usually the well-being of the children. Fortunately, the state of Illinois has child custody laws that are intended to serve the best interests of the children. However, parents...

Divorce has become part of the fabric of contemporary life. While parents separate for a number of reasons, one common area of concern is usually the well-being of the children. Fortunately, the state of Illinois has child custody laws that were established to serve...

It’s no secret that a divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through. From property division to child custody matters, ending a marriage can quickly become contentious. However, a mediator can facilitate open communication and allow divorcing...

Statistically, about half of all marriages in Illinois will end in divorce. Understandably, it can be a time of stress and emotional upheaval, but that’s not the only way to view this experience. Instead of viewing a marital breakup as a failure, it is helpful to view...

These days, it seems marital breakups are commonplace. Even though the divorce rate as a whole is declining in Illinois, more and more older adults are dissolving their marriages. Gray divorce, as this phenomenon is known, is on the rise. But what is the reason for...