What is Alimony? In Illinois, alimony, also known as spousal support or maintenance, is calculated by subtracting 25% of the recipient’s net income from 33.3% of the payer’s net income. However, the recipient’s share cannot be more than 40% of the combined net income of both parties. A party may ask the court to deviate […]
At Watson Law, we practice Family Law Adoption to clients throughout our Peoria, IL and Chicago, IL service areas. Illinois Statutes and regulations can become frustrating and delayed which is why hiring us is in your best interest. Our attorneys and paralegals are ready to help you start or continue your adoption. What is Adoption? […]
Watson Law is the only law firm in central Illinois that has been providing a nearly complete digital service for a decade. Representing clients from Central Illinois our unprecedented ability to move your case through the Illinois legal system via remote digital access has long been our signature service at the forefront of the legal […]
Watson Law is the only law firm in central Illinois that has been providing a nearly complete digital service for a decade. Representing clients from Central Illinois our unprecedented ability to move your case through the Illinois legal system via remote digital access has long been our signature service at the forefront of the legal […]
Many families in Central Illinois have a child custody order in place. These arrangements are created when a couple goes through a divorce. But occasionally custody needs to be modified because certain circumstances have changed. Updating a child custody agreement is important in ensuring the children’s best interests are placed front and center. Parents who […]
Many families in Central Illinois have a child custody order in place. These arrangements are created when a couple goes through a divorce. But occasionally custody needs to be modified because certain circumstances have changed. Updating a child custody agreement is important in ensuring the children’s best interests are placed front and center. Parents who […]
Child custody matters are often challenging for the parents, but it is imperative that they always make decisions that are in the best interests of the children. By remembering how things can impact your kids, you can make the decisions you feel are necessary. Consider these points as you are working with your ex and […]
For Peoria area residents, retirement accounts are often one of the most valuable assets they own besides their home. In a divorce situation, a person may wonder what will happen to their retirement savings. Property division can be a contentious issue in a divorce and should be taken seriously because of its long-term implications. In […]
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 […]
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 […]