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On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Oct 30, 2023 | Divorce
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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Oct 16, 2023 | 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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Oct 9, 2023 | Estate Planning
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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Sep 29, 2023 | Divorce
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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Sep 6, 2023 | Divorce
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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Sep 1, 2023 | 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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Aug 19, 2023 | Estate Planning
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...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Aug 3, 2023 | Divorce
Dissolving a marriage in Illinois can be an emotionally draining and challenging experience even when the process is relatively amicable. Finding dependable sources of support and guidance may help make the process more bearable. Here are a couple of tips for...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Jul 27, 2023 | Divorce
Maintaining healthy communication may make the divorce process less stressful for families with young children. However, figuring out how to communicate with the children and one’s soon-to-be ex-spouse can be challenging. Here are a couple of ways parents can improve...
On Behalf of Law Office of Michelle Broughton-Fountain | Jul 11, 2023 | Divorce
Divorce can be difficult to move past emotionally even after the legal issues have been finalized. This may be true whether the individuals were married for a few years or a few decades. However, a couple of tips may help those navigating divorce proceedings in...
