Right of First Refusal
Right of First Refusal The court may award a parent the right of first refusal when that parent has been awarded parenting time and it is in the best interest of the child. Parents may also agree to the right of first refusal. It means that if a parent who has the kids needs a […]
Estate Planning
What is an estate plan? An estate plan may consist of many parts depending on your needs, goals, and concerns. Common tools used in an estate plan are Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and life insurance. An important but often overlooked tool is the beneficiary designation. What is a beneficiary designation? Many assets have […]
Marital Debt
Will I have to pay my spouse’s debts in a divorce? You can find the law relevant to division of debts in a divorce in the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act at 750 ILCS 5/503. This is a basic overview of debts in divorce in Illinois. You should consult an attorney to discuss […]
What if I can’t pay my child support?
What if I can’t pay my child support? Illinois modification of child support court orders Common Misconception Many people think that if they lose their job or even go to jail that their child support stops automatically. That is not the case. The child support continues until there is a court order to stop it. […]
Family Law Mediation
Mediation in the context of family law What is mediation? Mediation is a process where parents and/or spouses meet with a neutral third party (the mediator) to attempt to resolve the issues in their case through negotiation and compromise. The mediator facilitates the process. He/She does not take sides or decide the outcome. Why mediation? […]