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More Predictability for Maintenance Awards in Illinois Starting January 1, 2015
There is a significant change to maintenance awards (formerly known as alimony) effective January 1, 2015 under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (“IMDMA”). Under the old statute, Judges were given very broad discretion to decide a maintenance award after weighing several factors. The problem with the old
Removing Children From the State in Parentage and Divorce Cases
Few people dispute that it is in the best interest of children to have both fit parents actively involved in their lives. In an ideal world, that would involve co-parenting and parents sharing time and opportunities to be a consistent and supportive presence in their children’s lives. Sometimes, however, situations
Illinois Women Are Protected by a New Law: the Pregnancy Accommodation Act
Many challenges face women who are pregnant or recently gave birth. I know from firsthand experience that the stress and anticipation of a pregnancy and new baby are compelling. The last thing an expecting or new mother needs is a workplace or state that fails to recognize and accommodate their
Discussion Points For Parents On The Topic Of Estate Planning For College Kids
This fall, as college kids prepare to head back to school, they should consider adding estate planning to the to-do list. It is important to realize that one does not need to be a senior citizen or in bad health to properly prepare for life’s unexpected events. Additionally, estate planning is not just for the wealthy – there are many benefits to a young adult having a plan in place even when they are just starting out.
Penny-wise and Pound-foolish: the Dangers of Do-it-yourself Estate Planning
There is a popular book by Andrew Keen, titled “Cult of the Amateur,” that talks about the recent increase in do-it-yourself activity by consumers who are trying to save money. From bloggers who think they are journalists to DIY lawyers (non-lawyers doing their own legal work), people may fall short
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: Creating Predictability in Matters of Love and Marriage
We often see examples of how marriage can be a blessing or a curse. With articles in social media and programs on television highlighting everything that can go wrong, it is no wonder people are a little nervous to get married these days. One way of easing the stress associated