These days, financial issues doom countless marriages in Illinois and across the country. Monetary woes can turn a once blissful marriage into one fraught with conflict. On top of that, divorce is often a costly process. But it's not all bad news. Those who divorce...
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Dividing parenting time in a joint custody arrangement
It makes sense that children benefit the most from having both parents involved in their lives. This is why many divorced or separated parents in Illinois opt for a joint child custody arrangement. Many times, creating an appropriate parenting time schedule is one of...
There are many reasons to be optimistic about divorce
The dissolution of a marriage is often portrayed as a negative event and something to be avoided at all costs. No spouse in Illinois wants to come to the realization that his or her marriage just isn’t working out. However, when a marriage is broken, it may be better...
Mistakes women should avoid when going through divorce
Deciding to end a marriage is one of the most strenuous and difficult decisions any couple in Illinois will make. For women, however, a divorce can be even more challenging. Divorce is a very emotional experience, but rational decisions still must be made. Learning...
Questions parents may face at a child custody hearing
When parents in Illinois divorce, they both may want custody of the children. This often causes a child custody battle to ensue. In a child custody hearing, the focus of the courts is what will serve the best interests of the children. To determine this, the judge...
Turning divorce into a positive experience
It's just a fact of life that not all spouses are going to live happily ever after. No couple gets married with divorce in mind, so they rarely ever plan for divorce. When divorce happens, it can turn a person’s world upside down. Here are a few ways those in Illinois...
Navigating disagreements and conflict among co-parents
Co-parenting has become one of the more popular child custody arrangements among divorced parents in Illinois. However, it goes without saying that divorced parents just aren’t going to agree on everything. Unfortunately, when conflict arises between parents, the...
Ways to cope with the stress and difficulties of a divorce
Ending a marriage, regardless of circumstances, is anything but easy. Divorce can be one of life’s most emotionally and physically exhausting experiences. For those in Illinois who are going through a difficult divorce, the following easy-to-implement strategies may...
A few ways to make divorce a less-expensive process
It's common knowledge that a marital breakup can be a stressful event. However, as stressful as divorce is, it can be just as expensive. By utilizing the following strategies, those in Illinois who may be contemplating or going through divorce can get through the...
How parents can facilitate a smooth transition between homes
When parents in Illinois divorce, their main concern is usually what will happen to their children. Understandably, parents want to shield their children as much as possible from the turmoil and upheaval of divorce. This is why it is crucial for parents to agree on a...