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Thoughts, insights and information about the divorce process. Nothing here should be considered to be legal advice. If you need legal advice, you need to hire a lawyer.

Dividing Property in an Illinois Divorce: It’s Not Always Fair, Even, or Equal

October 28, 2024

Property division in an Illinois divorce is done on the basis of equity. Learn more about why this actually secures fair outcomes, even if they are not even or 50/50.

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High-Conflict Co-Parenting: Managing Emotions and Protecting Your Children

October 24, 2024

Stuck in a high-conflict co-parenting relationship. I am sharing some survival tips to help you weather the storm.

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Is DIY Divorce Right for You? An Honest Assessment

October 21, 2024

Thinking you want to handle your own divorce and use DIY forms. Read on for an honest assessment of why you will be disappointed and what you can di for a reasonable cost instead.

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Myths About Divorce (And Why They’re Wrong): Finding Peace Through Clarity

October 15, 2024

Everyone has myths and misconceptions they believe about divorces. Let’s explore some of the most common myths and why they are wrong.

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Help Your Child Through Parenting Time Transitions

October 10, 2024

Does your child melt down when its time to leave to go see their other parent? Are the transitions heartbreaking or hard for both you and your child? Here are some tips on how to make the parenting time transition easier for you and your child.

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Redefining Winning Your Divorce

October 7, 2024

Divorces never result in a winner-takes-all outcome. So, how can you redefine what winning your divorce?

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Ways to Pay for Your Divorce (When Cash Is Tight)

October 1, 2024

Broke and need a divorce? Have no idea how to pay for the legal fees? Here are some ways to potentially pay for your divorce when money is tight.

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“Do You” Parallel Parenting: A Peaceful Path for Divorced Parents in Illinois

September 26, 2024

Do you and your child’s other parent have radically different ideas on how to raise your children? Can you agree to do you and they will do the same? Then read on to see if do you parallel parenting might work.

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Hey, Can’t You Just Answer a Quick Legal Question?

September 23, 2024

Have a legal problem. Read on to find out why consultations are not going to lead to an answer to a ‘quick legal question’.

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Divorce Isn’t About Punishing Bad Spouses

September 17, 2024

Illinois adopted no-fault divorce in 2017. The divorces aren’t about punishing bad spouses but focusing on growth and your future.

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