By Martindale Hubbell for Law Offices of Paul Chatzky | Published October 15, 2021 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: divorce, divorce decree, settlement | Comments Off on Tips for Achieving a Positive Divorce Settlement
A settlement agreement is often the best way to resolve a divorce proceeding efficiently and with minimal conflict. Unfortunately, when people are going through this trying time in their lives, coming to terms on a divorce settlement can be challenging. However, divorces that are contested and require litigation are generally much more costly, lengthy and Read More
Read MoreWhen parents get divorced, they have to make arrangements not only for where their children will live, but also for how they will be raised. Who will make decisions about their education, religious training, health care, cultural exposure and social activities? In Illinois, this authority — formerly known as legal custody — is now called Read More
Read MoreOn behalf of Law Offices of Paul Chatzky With so many American residents stuck at home with their families, prognosticators have predicted that several months down the road, the country could experience a baby boom and a divorce deluge. Unlike a cozy blizzard that keeps you home from work for a few days, a global Read More
Read MoreOn behalf of Law Offices of Paul Chatzky Throughout the United States, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our daily routine in ways that none of us could have ever imagined. Like everyone else, spouses who are already experiencing the turmoil associated with divorce have been forced to deal with additional challenges. Despite the obstacles, it Read More
Read MoreGoing through a divorce is stressful enough, but the coronavirus pandemic spreading throughout the United States presents additional complications for spouses who have decided to split. In addition to changes that might need to be made regarding custody and visitation arrangements while travel is restricted, negotiations over property division need to address any new economic Read More
Read MoreDuring a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, family becomes more important than ever, especially for children whose schedules have been disrupted by long-term school closures and the cancellation of other activities. Parents who are divorced or live apart for other reasons know the importance of maintaining healthy communication through difficult situations. Though this situation Read More
Read MoreWhen a couple gets divorced in Illinois, the partners must divide both their assets and debts between them. Even if a couple has a well-executed premarital agreement addressing the disposition of separate and marital assets, they may not have had the foresight to also divide any potential debt. If the process is left to the Read More
Read MoreThe decision to leave a marriage is one that most people do not take lightly — and even less so when children are involved. Children deeply desire to see their parents happily married and living together. That is not to say that parents who are not happily married should maintain a façade for their children’s Read More
Read MoreIn Illinois, you have the option of filing for a no-fault divorce. Using adultery as a ground is of rare benefit to recommend its use, especially where the parties seek to settle the issues on an uncontested basis. However, if custody and visitation are issues, then the adultery of one of the spouses may have Read More
Read MoreDivorce is a financial process as well as an emotional one. The parties must formally divide their assets as well as their debts. If they cannot come to an agreement, the issue is decided by a judge under the legal principles of equitable distribution. Here are the basics of Illinois property division: Non-marital property In Read More
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