Wheaton, Illinois Family Law Blog

It has been said that close to half of all marriages in Illinois and across the United States will end in separation. Also, according to statistics, spouses usually divorce within the first seven years of marriage. Marriages will end for a myriad of reasons. However,...

Ending a years-long marriage can be unsettling and often one of the toughest life events a person can go through. This year, thousands of spouses in Illinois and across the United States will go through a divorce. For those who find themselves suddenly facing this...

Even when parents get divorced, they still want what is best for their children. These days, more and more parents in Illinois are choosing to co-parent after their divorce. In co-parenting, parents stay engaged with each other and communicate frequently and openly....

When couples wed, they never plan on ending their marriage. The experience of divorce can be psychologically and emotionally devastating for any person who goes through it. Divorce is notoriously an expensive and drawn-out process. This is a big reason why many...

In life, there are few things as challenging as a marital breakup. As difficult as divorce is for spouses, it can be even tougher for children. Seeing their family torn apart can be very unsettling for kids and leave emotional and psychological scars that may never...

Traditional stereotypes often portray men as rugged, independent and resilient. During a challenging life event such as divorce, it's common to think that men don’t need as much help or support as women. However, this is simply not true. Divorce can be more difficult...

Spouses who decide to end their marriage are most likely aware that the process can be lengthy and complex. Dividing property is often one of the more stressful and challenging parts of the divorce process. For those in Illinois who are going through a divorce, here...

Divorce is one of life’s most stressful experiences. When children are involved, a marital breakup can be even more challenging. For most parents in Illinois, the main concern is the safety and well-being of their children. This is a big reason why co-parenting child...

A marital breakup is hard and can drain a person both emotionally and psychologically. Even if ending the marriage is a mutual agreement, divorce is never an easy thing for Illinois residents to experience. However, just because divorce is difficult doesn’t mean it...

It goes without saying that the dissolution of a marriage often has a profound effect on spouses who go through this experience. However, when children are involved, a divorce can have more consequences and far-reaching impacts, such as child custody. Here are a few...