Even if your divorce is comparatively conflict-free, coming up with a comprehensive parenting plan is challenging. One of the most difficult aspects is figuring out your family's new living situation if you and your ex-spouse share custody of the children. The most...
Past posts on this blog addressed the fact that your 401(k) is subject to property division during your divorce in Illinois. You may look at your 401(k) as one of the primary sources of income during your retirement years. Thus, having to divide up any portion of it...
Financial independence is a primary concern for people ending their marriage, particularly when one spouse supported the other financially. Perhaps you left a job to take care of your kids and home full-time, or you sacrificed your own career ambitions to support your...
If you are facing divorce, helping your children adjust to the next chapter in their lives will be top of mind. Many divorcing parents choose mediation and sit down together to work out an effective parenting plan. In doing so, here are five mistakes to avoid. 1....
As a parent, telling your child is one of the hardest parts of divorce. Every child reacts to big news in a different way. It is hard or even impossible to get a good grasp on how yours might take it. But you understandably want to make the process as easy as...
If you are working through a tough divorce, it is very likely that you are experiencing high levels of anxiety, which can disrupt various facets of your daily life (such as your sleep schedule). Moreover, if you are struggling with a sleep disorder, this can also make...
If you and your spouse separated or got divorced in the last year, the upcoming holiday season may bring about a whole new set of questions and challenges for you when it comes to planning activities for your kids. The usual family traditions you shared as a married...
Years ago when you and your spouse launched the family business, its possible demise through divorce never entered your thoughts. However, the successful business you built does not have to end along with your marriage. Here are three options to consider. Perform a...
The divorce process is challenging for multiple reasons and if you are struggling through a tough divorce, you are likely experiencing various hurdles in your personal and even professional life. Sometimes, people struggle with overeating due to divorce-related stress...
Realizing that divorce is inevitable is enough to make anyone feel defeated, but coupled with job loss and the future seems bleak. For divorcees in Illinois who are grappling with the uncertainties of unemployment, their effort to stay optimistic may make a...
