When two people in Illinois get married, their assets are usually combined to create a comprehensive marital estate. Typically, any items that the two individuals acquire are considered joint property. When divorce occurs, these assets must be divided, and this can be...
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How adult children can navigate parents’ divorce during holidays
A marital breakup can quickly take its toll on the children involved, even when the children are adults. This is especially true during the holiday season, as adult children may feel conflicted or torn about whom they will spend the holidays with. Here are a couple of...
Hiring a financial advisor may make divorce process easier
Going through divorce in Illinois can certainly take an emotional and mental toll on a person, but it may also thwart his or her financial plans. Fortunately, a financial advisor can help a divorcing individual to mitigate the negative financial impacts of the divorce...
What can you do to prepare for an impending divorce?
Going through a marital breakup is undoubtedly a complex and overwhelming experience. When a spouse approaches you and asks for a divorce, the initial shock can be completely paralyzing. Is divorce ever really expected? Regardless of the circumstances, divorce is a...
Attorney Michelle Broughton-Fountain Celebrating 26 Years of Law Practice
Please turn to page 9 to review the recent article on Attorney Michelle Broughton-Fountain: September 30 South Suburban News
Common mistakes made during the estate planning process
Creating a comprehensive estate plan is essential for protecting one’s assets long term. However, overlooking important steps and making blunders may derail even the most carefully created plans. Here are a couple of common mistakes made during the estate planning...
Why hiring an attorney is a smart move during a divorce
People who have decided to get divorced in Illinois might feel tempted to manage the process themselves. However, a marital breakup is far from a simple process to handle on one’s own. Here are a couple of situations where enlisting the expertise of an attorney is...
Tips for safeguarding finances during divorce
Individuals who are contemplating divorce in Illinois may understandably feel the combination of grief and shock. However, ending a marriage does not mean that one has failed. In fact, divorce may be an individual’s best decision depending on the circumstances...
Financial implications of keeping the family home post-divorce
During the process of divorce, determining who will get the family home is frequently a major source of contention. It is not uncommon for someone navigating Illinois divorce proceedings to concentrate on the emotional connections the individual has to the marital...
How to create a will properly
Putting together a will is an important process for individuals in Illinois as they grow older, but it can also be a complicated one. Although thinking about death is not typically appealing, individuals would be wise to make clear their wishes regarding their care...