Families in Will County who have a pet generally have a deep sentimental attachment to the animal, often feeling like their pet is a member of their family. Therefore, when married pet owners decide to divorce, they will likely be concerned about whether they can keep...
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Do grandparents have visitation rights?
Grandparents often develop a special relationship with their grandchildren. There are some situations in which a parent may refuse the grandparent's rights to see the grandchildren. It could be a result of a divorce or other issues with the relationship between the...
Understanding options with family legal issues
When Illinois residents are facing family legal issues, they usually have more questions than answers. After all, most people never see the inside of a courtroom, and if they are there because of a family law matter it can be not just intimidating, but emotional as...
What are the possible consequences of dating during your divorce?
Even if you wanted out of your marriage, you likely miss the companionship that comes with being part of a couple. To experience this feeling again, you might have decided to test the waters by downloading a dating app or signing up for a dating service. You might...
How is property divided in an Illinois divorce?
Dividing property in an Illinois divorce is often an emotional process. You may become attached to property that must then be distributed in the final divorce settlement. While mediation allows you and your spouse to divide property without the assistance of the...
Pet parenting plans
Family law is constantly changing to suit new customs and priorities. A prime example: the recent changes we have seen in the way that Illinois divorce courts treat pet ownership and care. Until recently, animals were little different than property. Now, the court may...
Will I be awarded alimony in my Illinois divorce?
Not every divorce that passes through the Illinois courts will include an agreement or order for alimony. Alimony, also called spousal support, is money paid from one party to a divorce to the other to help the recipient party meet their financial needs. Since some...
Fighting to keep your full 401(k) in your divorce
Your divorce in Illinois will no doubt have a dramatic impact on your retirement plans. You may believe the limitation of that impact will be on who you spend that period of your life with, yet as many of those we work with here at the Frankfort Law Group find...
Should I move out during my divorce?
Divorce can be a confusing time for a person. Every decision can impact the outcome of the divorce, which means it can affect your future. It is crucial to consider the consequences before making any decision in your divorce. So, can moving out of your house create...
3 ways to strengthen a parallel parenting plan
Going from parenting with your ex to doing it alone can be difficult. But if you no longer get along and get divorced, there is a parenting arrangement that can help you provide for your children together without having to relying on one another. When divorced couples...