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What is High Asset Divorce? In Illinois, High Asset Divorce is where either or both spouses have wealth of $1 million dollars or more. Family Law High Asset Divorce is usually complex and requires experienced divorce attorneys, like us, who understand all financial issues involved. Let us help you fight for your rights and to […]
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Guardianship
Guardianship or “guardian” is a person who is appointed by a court over an individual to make decisions regard medical treatment, residential placement, social services, or other needs the individual may have. In Illinois, a person can seek guardianship of a minor child, an adult who is disabled, or of an estate. Types of guardianship’s […]
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Enforcements
Enforcement of Orders: Rule to Show Cause/Motion for Contempt The enforcement of orders sounds good, but who really enforces them? And how are orders actually enforced? These are good questions that need real answers for clients. When a client receives the order for a judgment entered in court, what happens when this does not materialize […]
What is Domestic Violence? In Illinois, Domestic Violence or “DV” is when a partner or family member hits, chokes, kicks, threatens, intimidates, harasses, or interferes with the personal liberty of the victim. In 1986, The new Illinois Domestic Violence Act (IDVA) provides relief from domestic violence in the form of an Order of Protection. That […]
What is Domestic Abuse? In Illinois, Domestic Abuse is typically manifested as a pattern of abusive behavior towards a family member or intimate partner where the abuser exerts his/her power or control over the victim. Domestic Abuse can be physical, mental, economic, or sexual in nature. For example, Domestic Abuse may include: Physical Abuse (pushing, […]
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Divorce
Family Law & Divorce The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution Act governs the provisions for both a Dissolution of Marriage and a Dissolution of Civil Union. A divorce, or dissolution is the is the legalities of a marriage or civil union ending. The Act requires that a Judgement have specific groundwork. These are all outlined in […]
In divorce cases in Illinois, one issue that the Courts must address is what “identity” property (assets and debts) the parties have. There can be “marital” property and “non-marital” property. Generally, “marital” property is all property acquired during the parties marriage. Examples of “non-marital” property includes gift, inheritance, or prior to the date of marriage. […]
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Child Support
What is Child Support? In Illinois, Child Support is the amount of money the non-custodial parent pays to help raise their children after a separation or divorce. At Watson Law, we’ll help you fight for your rights and your children throughout your divorce and/or separation. Child Support is and can be difficult to determine if […]
Child Relocations or “Relocations” is when a parent/guardian relocates or moves out of the primary area, usually 25-50 miles. In Illinois, a parent cannot relocate without the consent of the other parent. This is governed by 750 ILCS 5/609.2. The non-relocating parent will need to sign the Notice, and it will need to be filed […]