Sometimes, couples quickly figure out that their marriage is a mistake. When you're in your 20s and 30s, you know that you have plenty of time to start over -- which makes divorce seem less intimidating. But divorce at any age can be complicated -- even when you're...
Defending What Matters Most
Month: January 2020
Discussing a prenup with your intended spouse
Prenups are increasingly popular these days, especially as people continue to marry later and enter into relationships well after they're established their own wealth and independent lives. But talking about a prenup with your intended spouse can be awkward at best....
A vindictive spouse may play dirty during divorce
You have probably had enough drama in your life as you dealt with the deterioration of your marriage. Perhaps you were even hoping to divorce your spouse through some less combative method, such as mediation, rather than going to court to fight it out. However, even...
Why a DIY divorce is a big mistake
Americans typically have a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mentality -- whatever the project, they're willing to use online resources and a little ingenuity to tackle the job. Unfortunately, taking that attitude toward even a simple divorce can tangle you up in unexpected...
Custody tips for the professional parent
When you're a professional (or otherwise deeply invested in your career), managing the demands of parenthood can be challenging. That's doubly so if you find yourself facing a divorce. How do you balance the needs of your children while still preserving your career?...
New law makes post-divorce name change easy in Illinois
Women who change their last name upon marriage are generally pleasantly surprised at how easy the whole thing is to accomplish. As a customary act, the road to your "married name" is usually easy to follow. Not so, however, when you get divorced. Depending on where...