Lake County Illinois Family Law Blog
Using a prenuptial agreement for future assets or earnings
High-asset divorces are sometimes more difficult than a traditional divorce, in that the division of property and financial elements is more complex. These can range from bank accounts, business holdings, real estate, retirement accounts and more. Prudent high worth individuals may seek a prenuptial agreement prior to marriage in order to protect certain assets from […]
Can child support continue for a disabled adult child?
Divorcing a spouse can be a concerning time if you have children and you fear losing the income of your soon-to-be ex. Receiving child support could relieve your doubts, but in your case, your child may have a serious disability. Even when your son or daughter becomes an adult, the disability will greatly impair your […]
Why should you use technology to your advantage as a co-parent?
Learning to co-parent with your ex can be a struggle for many people. If you use a lot of technology in other aspects of your life, you may want to consider it with your co-parent. Talking Parents explains co-parenting apps can help parents communicate more effectively after a divorce. Keep you and your co-parent on […]
Caring for your retirement assets after divorce
After divorce, your retirement assets might only be a fraction of what they once were. Considering the lifestyle changes and income influx that may accompany your divorce, guarding your retirement settlement should be a top priority. Knowing how to safeguard and optimize your retirement assets can help you avoid costly losses. With the right strategies, […]
What do you have to address in an Illinois parenting plan?
When the romantic relationship between you and your child’s other parent ends, you may need the state of Illinois to allocate parenting time and parental responsibilities on your behalf. When the state hears a parental responsibilities case, it asks each parent involved in the matter to submit something called a parenting plan. According to the […]
What should I know about health insurance and divorce?
When you divorce, there is a range of factors you must think about. It is easy to overlook some important aspects. WebMD notes that you want to pay attention to your health insurance situation. Depending on your situation, you may need to shop around for new insurance. If you get your health insurance coverage through […]