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Should I get a legal separation or a divorce?
By Martin Sliwinski, Divorce and Family Law Attorney What many individuals do not know is that the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (the “Act”) provides two routes for married people to seek resolution for child-related and financial issues. Section 401 of the Act describes a dissolution of marriage…
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Premarital Assets in a High Net Worth Divorce
By Joshua E. Stern, Principal and Managing Partner, Divorce and Family Law Attorney A high net worth divorce typically involves individuals with high income levels and/or substantial financial assets. It is common for those assets to add complexity to their dissolution of marriage, whether they be investments, closely held businesses,…
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6 Steps to Take After Getting Served Divorce Papers
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney It’s been a while since I’ve written about what happens when a person gets served with divorce papers. Below are some practical steps to help you feel organized and confident throughout the process. And while being practical is good, divorce is emotional—there’s…
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Debunking “Spooky” Divorce Myths: No Tricks, Just the Truth
By Shay Formanek, Divorce and Family Law Attorney As Halloween approaches, we find ourselves surrounded by frightening tales of ghosts, goblins and … divorce myths? Yes, even in the realm of family law, certain misconceptions can seem downright scary. But don’t worry: I’m here to take the fear out of…
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Protecting Your Immigration Status During Divorce
By Jason Shore, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Family relationships are integral to immigration law. Family-based admission into the United States and marital relationships constitute a majority of visas issued each year. Divorce cases that involve someone who has immigrated to the U.S. are also not uncommon. When a marriage…
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