Both spousal maintenance following a divorce and filing for bankruptcy are understandably life-altering events. With the bankruptcy, an automatic stay is issues, payment plans are written up, and any of your creditors are given notice about your new status. Some debts...
If you or someone you know is planning to contest a will in an Illinois probate court, you likely have questions about how the process works. The Illinois Probate Act of 1975 provides the specifics for what governs the legal process on how to proceed with this type of...
Have you ever questioned whether divorce rates in Wilmette see an increase when the primary earner in the marriage is a woman? This might seem like a strange thing to mull over, but an article in the Harvard Business Review notes that "women’s high-status careers...
Sometimes a custody case can feel like a battle between spouses. However, it's very important that the primary focus of a custody case is the needs of the child. Your family law attorney wants to know certain things about a child that can help the judge determine...
People often neglect to think about their wills, but ensuring your wishes are met is important for helping you plan for retirement and setting up your loved ones in the future. Laws pertaining to inheritance are complex, and expert help is important to ensure you...
