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South Chicago Family Law Blog
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...
Coping with the difficult emotions that often come with divorce
Ask any person who has gone through a marital breakup, and they’ll likely tell you it was one of the most challenging events they’ve ever gone through. Even if you know you’re headed for a divorce, it still has a way of blindsiding you, particularly emotionally. The...
Tips for preparing for retirement following divorce
Securing adequate funds for retirement is a major priority for older individuals who are going through divorce. In fact, retirement funds usually comprise a large portion of the assets to be distributed during the divorce process. Here are a couple of tips for...
Why divorce can often be a blessing
Ending a marriage often feels like a roller-coaster ride, with highs and lows and possibly moments of sheer terror. Some even feel cursed to have to confront Illinois divorce proceedings. But getting a divorce could ultimately be a blessing in disguise. There are a...
Indicators that a divorce may be coming
Every couple has a conflict at one point or another, and sometimes, the conflict simply cannot be resolved. When that happens, divorce often becomes inevitable. Like many other things, there are some things that increase the chances that a marriage will not last. Here...