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CARES Act Raises Questions For Overdue Child Support and Newly Divorced Couples

On March 27, 2020 Congress enacted the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, as a measure to assist Americans in navigating through the uncertainty wrought by COVID-19. The Act provides a number of remedies from expanding unemployment assistance to addressing medical supply shortages. The provision that have garnered …

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Why The Stigma Surrounding Divorce Is Wrong

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Many couples considering divorce are hesitant to make the decision due to their fear of the stigma they may face. In fact, 1 in 10 divorcees report staying in their marriage after they knew it was over for this exact reason. Although divorce has become a normal part of society and human relationships, a recent …

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Proposed Illinois Laws Offering Protection To Women And Minorities

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Illinois legislators have recently proposed a number of acts that further the opportunities for demographic groups at-risk of being disadvantaged, such as women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. If approved, many of these acts will go into effect January 1, 2020. Below is a brief summary of just a few of the bills currently under …

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Divorce In The Digital Age: How Technology Affects Your Settlement

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Social media is intended to unite individuals; however, when going through a divorce proceeding, social media may bring an individual too close to their ex and could even affect the way their case is settled. Without a second thought, many people create posts that give clues about their infidelities, income, habits, and lifestyle. All of …

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Illinois Procedures To Protect Children During A Divorce

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Divorce and custody proceedings can be an emotional and tense time for all individuals involved. In these situations, it is often the children shared by the parties that suffer the most. While both spouses have attorneys representing their own wishes, the children are in the position of relying on their parents to advocate for their …

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The Divorce is Final, What’s the Next Step?

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All the papers are signed, the arguments are over, and a judgment has been entered, what are the next steps you should ensure your attorney is taking? There are a variety of administrative tasks that need to be accomplished once a judgment is entered in order to make sure your future interests are being protected. …

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Terminating Parental Rights In Illinois

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While a child’s birth parents are initially guaranteed certain parental rights and responsibilities, situations may arise where a parent loses or has these rights terminated. Some parents voluntarily terminate their rights. A voluntary termination requires approval of the court and is typically only granted when an adoptive parent is ready and willing to take over …

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It’s Over – But Who Keeps the Ring?

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The exchange of engagement and wedding rings is a symbolic and important part of many relationships, but what happens to them if a marriage or engagement ends? [1] ENGAGEMENT RINGS Illinois courts identify engagement rings as gifts made in the contemplation of marriage. Courts recognize that, since an engagement ring is a gift given in …

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Potential Relocation Changes Loom For Illinois

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Relocation is one of the more complex areas of Family Law. Relocation issues arise when one parent wants to move the children a significant distance, whether in the state of Illinois or to another state. When the children’s parents are separated, relocation requires specific authorization from the court before the children can be moved. This …

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What Is Mediation?

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If you are currently in the midst of a divorce or other proceeding involving child custody, visitation, or division of assets, then you are likely familiar with the term “mediation.” While the term may conjure up images of corporate board rooms, family mediation in Illinois is actually a much different process. Understanding what happens during …

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CARES Act Raises Questions For Overdue Child Support and Newly Divorced Couples

Why The Stigma Surrounding Divorce Is Wrong

Proposed Illinois Laws Offering Protection To Women And Minorities

Illinois Procedures To Protect Children During A Divorce

The Divorce is Final, What’s the Next Step?

Terminating Parental Rights In Illinois

It’s Over – But Who Keeps the Ring?

Potential Relocation Changes Loom For Illinois

What Is Mediation?

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