One of the world's wealthiest couples, Bill and Melinda Gates, recently announced the end of their marriage after 27 years. In addition to Bill Gates' work as the founder and CEO of Microsoft, the pair founded the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in 2000 to support...
Family law cases are often emotionally difficult and legally complicated. If you are disappointed by the outcome of your divorce, child support or child custody issue, you are not alone. You may be wondering what other options you have under the law. Some people feel...
Whether the parties involved are famous or wealthy or both, a high-profile divorce puts added pressure on individuals. These divorces often attract the attention of both respected journalists and attention-seeking tabloids. All of this information, though, provides...
What are the biggest threats to your future after divorce? The first would probably be a spouse that wants more than a fair share of the marital estate. Divorce is complex in part because you get an opportunity to secure your post-marital life. One thing most...
If you have kids or teens with your spouse and you plan to divorce, you must share college expenses for your children under Illinois law. The division of payments for tuition, room and board, and related costs depends on a range of factors. Review this state...
Attorney assisted mediation may be the best way to navigate your divorce in these challenging times. Many people ask are the divorce courts still open? The answer is generally yes, but in most counties in Illinois, divorce hearings are heard via Zoom. And not in...
To divorce, your partner may be one of the most stressful moments of your life. While it can be a new beginning and the start of a better life, it can also be a source of fear and anxiety. Divorce opens a new chapter of your life. The Huffington Post explains that...
During your divorce, you still have a business to run and clients and customers to take care of. How does your current legal situation affect your company? Forbes examines the potential ways a marital split alters commercial operations. Prepare yourself and your...
For Illinois residents with substantial assets, getting married for a first or subsequent time may include addressing financial concerns before saying, “I do.” This is particularly true if you or your fiancé own a business, have a significant portfolio or children...
Divorce can complicate everything from raising children to paying the bills. A couple's retirement funds, in particular, can feel the impact of a split. People who make wise decisions about their retirement payout can retain as much of its value as possible. The...