Spousal maintenance is reserved for specific divorce situations, and many divorces bypass the issue entirely. When appropriate, however, spousal maintenance can play an important role in the divorce settlement process. Spousal maintenance is a complicated legal matter, to begin with, and the fact that there are four separate varieties can make things that much more challenging. If you have questions or concerns related to spousal maintenance, reach out to an experienced Joliet spousal maintenance attorney today.   Spousal Maintenance What you...

If your child’s other parent doesn’t show up regularly for scheduled visitation with your shared child, it makes things more difficult for both you and your child. You are naturally concerned about your child’s well-being and exactly how reliable his or her other parent may be when your child is with him or her, but your child also feels the sting of rejection, which makes the situation that much more challenging. If this is the difficult situation you find yourself...

There is nothing simple about divorce. The high stakes and the revved-up emotions help to ensure that this is true. However, few things complicate the division of your marital assets (an already-complicated divorce term) like business ownership does. If you own a business and are facing a divorce, don’t delay discussing your concerns with a dedicated Joliet divorce attorney who has considerable experience successfully handling these challenging cases.  Illinois: An Equitable Distribution State In Illinois, any assets or properties that...

The division of property and debts is often one of the most challenging issues in Illinois divorces. If you are going through a divorce, it's imperative that you understand how Illinois law views and categorizes property and how it dictates its division. For help negotiating with your soon-to-be ex-spouse or to understand your legal right and options better, reach out to a skilled Illinois divorce attorney today. Separate Property vs. Marital Property One of the most crucial tasks in a...