Setting boundaries is central to ex-couples raising a child after divorce. Boundaries are the lines they draw when interacting with each other after the split. These are thresholds for what kind of behavior they are willing to accept or not. Researchers reveal that...
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The gray divorce rate keeps going up
As a general rule, the divorce rate has been falling for a while in the United States. There was a rise in the overall rate in the 1970s, due to the implementation of no-fault divorce laws. But the rate has generally dipped moving forward, in large part because...
What factors determine the best interests of the child?
Just ask any person who has been through a divorce what their experience was like, and they’ll likely tell you it was one of the most difficult things they’ve ever gone through. Separating from a spouse is stressful for anyone. However, for parents in Illinois, a...
4 ways changing your name after a divorce can help you move on
Divorce is a challenging and life-altering event that often prompts individuals to make significant changes in their lives. One such adjustment is changing one's name after a divorce. While some may perceive this as a mere formality, it can be a powerful step towards...
Should you tell your employer about your divorce?
Besides your spouse and children, if you have any, are there any other parties who should know about your divorce? This question does not have a one-size-fits-all answer. But it may be beneficial to let other people know you are going through a divorce, including your...
Should you tell your family about your estate plan?
Discussing your estate plan with your family can be challenging, as it involves discussing often unpleasant topics such as finances, old age, illness and death. However, navigating these difficult discussions while you're still in good health can have significant...
Why establishing paternity is crucial in child custody arrangements
Parents have the legal right to decide for their children and the legal responsibility to care for and provide for them. Unfortunately, unwed parents may not have the same rights and responsibilities. Specifically, fathers of children born out of wedlock do not have...
Creating a co-parenting arrangement that reassures your child
Children caught in the middle of a divorce have concerns their parents may overlook, especially when dealing with divorce issues. Accordingly, parents must set aside differences and work together to create a co-parenting arrangement that will reassure their children...
What you need to do before you file for divorce
If you’ve heard anyone describe their marital breakup, easy is more than likely not a term they used. No matter how you spin it, divorce in Illinois is never a simple process. Making the choice to separate from your spouse can be very emotional, and, on top of these...
Benefits of estate planning for surviving family members
Research shows that 90% of Americans view estate plans as essential, but less than 50% have created one. Without a will, a person’s assets in Illinois may not be distributed as the estate owner would have wanted. The lack of a will may also lead to family issues that...