Although Peoria couples do not anticipate their marriage will end in a divorce, this unfortunate occurrence happens to many. If a divorce is looking imminent in a person’s relationship, they understandably may not want to live with their spouse anymore. But moving out of the family home during the divorce process can have implications on […]
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An inheritance is a gift that a person receives from a cherished family member or friend. An inheritance is a special amount of money that a person receives because their loved one wanted them to have it after they passed away. In a Peoria divorce situation, an inheritance can be one complication of the property […]
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Illinois grandparents’ rights
Many families in the Peoria area have had a divorce affect their family. Despite a couple’s best intentions, their marriage may not last forever. When there are children involved, developing a parenting plan during a divorce can be difficult. Sometimes grandparents can feel left out of the process, and it is important for grandparents to […]
Whether you and your partner decide to create a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot is a personal decision. While there are many benefits of doing so, it’s not always the easiest conversation to have (not to mention the fact that it can kill the mood). However, if the both of you understand the true […]
When it comes to allocating parental responsibilities, many parents in the Peoria area may want to consider mediating as an option for getting their disputes worked out with the other parent. Indeed, in some courts, the judge may even require that parents give mediation a try before going forward with a hearing. For those who […]
One of the most important considerations when it comes to child support is figuring out how the two parents will handle medical costs for their child. As any Peoria resident who has taken his or her children to the doctor knows, expenses for visits to the doctor, dentist and the like can quickly add up. […]
A person’s interest in a family business can be hotly contested issue during the Illinois divorce process. For one, it can be difficult for a court to determine exactly how much a family business is worth and how much of its value, if any, should be subject to property division. In many cases, establishing the […]
A previous post on this blog talked about how, in reality, it was a rather amazing thing that the divorce of two well-known real estate moguls ended with an out-of-court settlement. The reason this was remarkable is that investment real estate, especially when the property is used for commerce, is difficult to put a precise […]
If you ask anyone who has been through a divorce, they will tell you that it’s important to learn all you can about the process and prepare in advance. What this means is that you do not want that divorce filing to be a surprise. You want to see it on the horizon and get […]
As this blog has discussed on previous occasions, many Illinois parents make their living through self-employment. For instance, many service professionals and consultants from a range of industries are in business for themselves and make their money by selling their goods or services directly to customers. These people, of course, still have an obligation to […]