A family lawyer deals with the legal concerns that often occur in family-related issues and domestic relationships. Divorce, child custody, and support, alimony, division of property, are some of the more common situations where family layers can provide great value and expertise. A variety of other legal and quasi-legal matters and experiences can affect families…

The division of property after divorce, also known as division of the marital estate, can be a contentious issue. In its basic form, it consists of a court decision regarding the equitable division of the couple’s assets and liabilities. Several issues are typically considered by a judge when determining the fairness of the division of…

There are times when a parent must relocate. They may be moving for work or to care for a sick family member. Whatever the case, They must adhere to Illinois law for child relocation. The Notice If the parent has equal parenting time or majority parenting time, they must comply with the Illinois Relocation law.…

Alimony is the court-ordered financial provision for one of the former spouses after a divorce is finalized. Every case is different, and the court decides on the amount, if any, of alimony. Typically, a judge will look at the following factors: How much monthly income each former spouse can reasonably earn. What will each former…

Clients are often unsure exactly what they might put in their Will or are surprised when we mention what can be included the document. Here are just two examples… 1) Your will can specify who should take custody of your pets and how money should be provided to ensure their ongoing care 2) You can…

This is an order that the court makes establishing that a man is the father of a child. Paternity orders are vital for spouses that seek child support or want to apply for benefits. You can apply for a paternity order against a man who: Has been married to you, but the marriage was dissolved…

Establishing paternity is a great way to claim an active and ongoing role as a biological parent to your child. Here are two different ways you can establish paternity. Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity This is a consent form that both parents signs when a child is born so that you can be added to the…

For a variety of reasons, many people cringe when they think that they may need to contact a lawyer. This is understandable in some cases, but have you considered the many positive benefits of partnering with a wise and competent family attorney? Here are a few reasons to think about: First, if you are dealing…

If you believe you or your children are in danger, you can file for an emergency order of protection. Once you file, the following happens: The perpetrator (person abusing you) is served with your complaint and a hearing date set. You and your defendant will testify, and you must prove they abused you or your…