Family Law

Divorce is a challenging experience. It can be emotionally draining and take a toll on one's mental health. In this blog, we will discuss some of the common causes of divorce, the effects it can have on individuals and families, and some coping strategies for dealing...

Divorce can be a challenging and emotional time for couples, especially when it comes to dividing their assets and debts. Property division is a critical aspect of divorce, and it is essential to understand the process to ensure that both parties receive a fair...

Paying for college is stressful for most parents. According to the College Board, for the 2021-2022 school year, tuition, fees, and room and board cost on average $27,330 for a public in-state university, $44,150 for a public out-of-state university, and $55,800 for a...

The beginning of a new school year can bring a lot of stress for parents: getting the kids into a routine, making sure homework gets done, keeping on top of permission slips, and attending parent teacher conferences. These tasks can often be more difficult for...

Divorce or separation can be rough for families with children, but it can be especially difficult during the holiday season. What should be a time of joy and holiday cheer, can be challenging and stressful for divorced or separated parents and their kids. Chicago...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It evolved from the “Day of Unity” held in October 1981, which was conceived by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). The “Day of Unity” soon grew into a week-long event, and in October of 1987, the...

You might be excited about the idea of moving on after an unfulfilling or unhappy marriage but still feel nervous about the idea of going to court. Court can often result in intense arguments between spouses, stress for children and increased expenses. Some people may...

You’re going through a divorce, and you thought you anticipated all the problems you would likely face — but your children’s reactions are puzzling. Given the difficulties in your household before the split and knowing how common divorce is these days, you did not...

When it comes to cases involving children, there is one simple rule: children must come first. Regardless of what the parents want or why they are having a custody dispute, the reality is that children have little say over what happens to them or what is happening to...

Divorce isn’t easy for any Chicago area family, and especially not when children are involved. Oftentimes, it can take the kids of divorced or separated parents a year or longer to find a sense of normalcy again after the family split. After all, children rely on...