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Changing one’s name can be a significant decision and is often done for various reasons such as marriage, divorce, or personal preference. In the state of Illinois, the process of legally changing your name can be different for adults and minors. This article will outline the steps, legal actions, and estimated costs for both adults... Read more »
If you feel that your safety or that of your loved ones is in danger, an order of protection can help ensure your safety. This court order prohibits a specific individual from contacting or harming those protected by the order. It also provides several protective reliefs, including removing lawfully owned guns from the residence, including... Read more »
The Illinois Domestic Violence Act (IDVA) was enacted in 1982. It enabled protection to a greater class of persons who have been abused by a family or household member. Under the Act, survivors of domestic abuse such as “persons related by blood or marriage, persons who share or formerly shared a common dwelling, persons... Read more »
Cultural shifts in behavior and attitude have enabled people to understand the meaning of marriage. The same shifts have reduced the years’ long stigma associated with divorce. Over the past century, the US transitioned from a country where divorce was inconceivable to a land where it is a commonplace. Although the divorce rate continues... Read more »
Medical Decisions in a Parenting Plan That marriages sometimes end in a separation or divorce is not news. And when they do, children are usually placed with one or both parents, who then have to decide about the child’s custody and – by extension – medical care. In some states, judges may make these decisions,... Read more »
Divorce, or the dissolution of a marriage, is always a serious and touchy process. Emotions can be unpredictable. People can argue, assign blame, and even create some pretty crazy stories in an attempt to get the outcome that they feel they deserve. Unfortunately, most divorces right now are contentious and take up a lot of... Read more »
Child Support and Alimony Calculations in Illinois If you are currently faced with the possibility of a divorce, you may have questions about child support and alimony. Knowing how maintenance (formerly child support or alimony) is calculated in Illinois helps spouses know what to expect should a maintenance award be granted during proceedings. As of... Read more »
Determining “Pet Custody” in Illinois The age-old saying of a dog being “man’s best friend” shows just how much our furry friends mean to us. Animals show people affection, bring people joy, and provide a sense of championship that can otherwise be elusive. Having that sense of championship is what creates such a strong... Read more »
The Pros and Cons of Prenuptial Agreements A prenuptial agreement, more commonly known as a “prenup,” is an agreement entered into by a couple before they get married. The central purpose of forming a prenuptial agreement is to protect each spouse’s property rights in the unfortunate event that the marriage ends in a divorce. Although... Read more »
Does Illinois Recognize Common Law Marriage? No, Illinois does not recognize common law marriages. There is one exception to the rule, but before we get into the details, lets go over the basics. What is a Common Law Marriage? A common law marriage occurs when a couple lives together for a length of time and... Read more »
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