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Also known as a VAP, it’s a way to legally substantiate your relationship as the biological father of your child. This is important because in Illinois law, if the child’s parents were not married at the time of birth, then…

Mediation is an option to consider in a range of situations. These can include divorce, spousal maintenance, contested wills, and child custody, visitation and support. But many people wonder if mediation is for them. Here are three things it’s good…

A prenup is a contract between two individuals that specifies the liabilities and assets they bring to the marriage. It also determines your property rights should your marriage end in a divorce. Some of the items to include in your…

When creating a living trust, you’re required to appoint a power of attorney who will act in your place when you’re incapacitated. Here are four types of power of attorney that can help you make an informed decision. General –…

A special needs trust is a document that allows you to hold or protect assets for your beneficiary with disabilities. Here are some reasons why you should establish a special needs trust. To choose someone to serve as a trustee,…

Once you’ve made up your mind to file for divorce, speaking to an experienced divorce lawyer is a good idea. You can gain a lot of information during your first consultation when you ask the right questions. These include: How…

You may be considering establishing a trust as part of your estate planning actions. There are key benefits to be gained from this course of action. These can include… Preventing the need for time and cost consuming probate Provisions in…

Your adopted child has the same legal rights as your biological children when it pertains to estate planning situations. However, these circumstances may differ when your child isn’t legally adopted, requiring you to make changes to your estate plan, will,…

You’ve decided to end your marriage, but don’t know what to do next. Here are two reasons why consulting with a divorce attorney is a wise move. Importance of Consulting a Divorce Attorney: Seeking legal advice from an experienced divorce…

When looking for adoption attorney services, you will find that adopting a child is a challenging legal experience, but it is also an amazing opportunity to expand your family. Given the complexities of the Illinois Adoption Act and court requirements for…

No couple adopts a child with plans to divorce. However, circumstances may occur where you and your partner decide to split amicably. So, what happens to your adopted child? After a divorce, both partners have parental legal rights of their…