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Domestic Violence and Pets

Are you a victim of domestic violence and and don't want to leave your pet behind? Shelter Our Pets can help place your four legged friend a temporary foster home until you get back on your feet.

The Role of the Illinois Guardian Ad Litem

Your children are always going to be your primary concern during divorce, child custody, or parenting proceedings. During these difficult and emotional times, you need someone to look out for the best interests of your child.

The Importance of a Prenuptial Agreement

You need to protect the assets you held prior to entering the marriage and assert your right to certain assets you and your spouse procure during the marriage.

Questions To Ask Before Hiring An Attorney

Information and questions to ask when you are looking to hire an attorney.

Honesty Is The Best Policy During Custody Proceedings

Helpful information when you are going through child custody proceedings.

BANKRUPTCY AND DIVORCE

A couple going through divorce in Arizona often find it helpful to include declaring bankruptcy as part of the plan to divide assets. Our attorneys can help you with both your bankruptcy filing and your divorce as we have dedicated bankruptcy attorneys and an experienced family law department.

Pros and Cons of Divorce Mediation

Learn whether mediation is right for you

Do I need a Divorce Attorney - Benefits

Do not try to complete your divorce yourself. Your children and your financial future are too important to make a mistake. Hire an experienced professional. You would not do surgery yourself, why would you try to know all the laws and rules without training.

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Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution, that is, a mechanism for resolving matters outside of the courtroom

Custody Reform: Child Custody Laws Moving Towards Equal Time

There has been an increasing push for child custody laws across the country to be reformed so as to ensure children get equal time with both parents.

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