High-Asset Divorce

Most couples who enter into a prenuptial agreement prior to marriage do so in an effort to protect both party's assets. However, after a divorce, some people find that they do not like how the prenup ended up working for them. If your ex suddenly wants to contest your...

Business valuations can play a pivotal role in negotiations when navigating a high-asset divorce in the Illinois court system. It's vital to get it right the first time because today's errors can mushroom into tomorrow's financial headaches. What is a business...

During a long or particularly frustrating divorce, you may worry that co-parenting will challenge you in ways you cannot handle.  However, navigating post-divorce child care with your ex-spouse is not always stressful. Learning how to successfully communicate and...

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...

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...

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...

Many divorcing couples choose to sell the family home and relocate to a different one. Then, if they have children, these couples shuttle the kids back and forth between separate residences. If your divorce is coming as a bit of surprise, however, you may have not had...