Highland Park Family Law Blog
Modifying a child support order
Parents who pay or receive child support may need to request an adjustment to their orders. The loss of a job, a serious injury or illness, or other such life events may drastically alter a person’s financial circumstances. On the other side of the coin, a promotion,...
What is the divorce case discovery?
This process is a lengthy process that makes even the whole divorce process long. The laws of divorce discovery vary from state to state. However, there are similar steps that each state must follow in the process. Once you do the development as required, it becomes...
Can I get a spousal support order modification?
In your divorce, if the court ordered you to pay spousal support, you do have the right to request a modification if you or your ex-spouse has had substantial changes in your circumstances. Most often this is a change in income, but it can apply in other areas as...
How to go forward with a no-fault divorce
Illinois has been a no-fault divorce state since 2016. This means that a couple may file for divorce without placing blame on either party. In these cases, the two parties may cite that their marriage is an irretrievable breakdown, which asserts that it is impossible...
Two complex assets in divorce, explained
More and more couples on the North Shore these days are part of dual-income households. This has the potential to pose challenges during divorce. Illinois law and federal tax regulations could both play a part in informing the most advantageous asset division plan for...
What you need to know about parental alienation
In any parent-child relationship, there are regular highs and lows. Over time, though, you have the opportunity to help your child grow into a well-adjusted adult. Still, if you share parenting duties with a former spouse, you may face some unique challenges. For...
What should I know about custody and the Indian Child Welfare Act?
When dealing with the allocation of parental responsibilities in Illinois, it is common for there to be a lot of emotions. Deciding where a child will live and who is responsible for the child is a tough decision, even for the courts. It is not something to take...
How does BAC and drink size correspond?
Blood alcohol content (BAC) is a major component of establishing a person's sobriety. When BAC is .08% or above, driving a vehicle is not only illegal but also dangerous. Each standard-sized drink increases your BAC while also elevating your level of impairment....
Can I modify my divorce decree?
You may sigh with relief when the Illinois court finalizes your divorce decree. The stress and upheaval in your life may feel like it falls away because everything is final now. While that may be true for the short-term, your divorce decree is not as final as you may...
Care in organizing finances and assets is critical in divorce
When people are getting divorced in Illinois, their finances can take a nosedive if they have not adequately planned and are taking steps to minimize the impact of their relationship change on their long-term financial stability. Because money is an integral part of...
