In Illinois and elsewhere, a divorce can impact young children in more ways than one may imagine. For this reason, it is critical that parents who are going through divorce give their children more support and attention than ever. Here are a couple of ways divorcing...
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Tips for eliminating a future ex from shared accounts
When individuals in Illinois decide to get divorced, one of the most important steps for them to take is to remove their future ex-spouses’ access to their personal accounts, as well as replace shared accounts with individual ones. These accounts include both...
Items to include on a marital breakup checklist
Because the process of getting divorced can be challenging, it is critical that divorcing individuals focus on developing concrete solutions. Fortunately, a marital breakup checklist can help with this. Here are a couple of items that are important to include on this...
Ways to support children through a parental divorce
It’s safe to say that no person gets married with the hope of one day divorcing their spouse. Divorce is never the intention nor is it easy, but for some marriages in Illinois, it can become the only option. If you are a parent who is going through divorce, you’re...
A look at what contested divorces involve
Many spouses who divorce in Illinois can work out their differences at the negotiation table. However, for other couples, contested divorces are the only option, as they cannot agree on some of the important family law issues. Here is a look at what contested divorces...
How marital assets are divided during an Illinois divorce
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...
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