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...
Illinois Small Estate Affidavits
September 1, 2021
Families that would rather avoid probate court due to the costs and time frame of a court proceeding can take advantage of small estates affidavits to obtain a decedent’s assets. These include assets such as vehicles,...
The Differences Between First Party Special Needs Trusts and Third Party Special Needs Trusts
July 13, 2021
If you are a family member who cares for someone with a disability, whether a child or an adult, a Special Needs Trust is an estate planning tool that can be used when a client or client’s family member may be entitled to...
Solving a Commercial Lease Dispute
June 4, 2021
Commercial leasing disputes can be costly. Not only can they sour a relationship between a landlord and a tenant, they are often very expensive. Between legal fees and lost rent or services, a lot of time and...
Does Alimony Change as Income Changes?
May 26, 2021
Spousal Alimony Modifications In a divorce, courts go to considerable lengths to figure out how much spousal support one spouse should pay to the other. This initial decision is based on a variety of factors. It might...