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DYING BEFORE THE DIVORCE IS FINAL (The Morbid, But Hard Truth)

The purpose of this article is to reveal the potential problems that can arise when a spouse dies during the divorce process. Sadly, many people never get around to having their will drafted. And, as a result, the distribution of their estate may be averse to their unwritten wishes.

Maintenance in Illinois Divorce Cases

Upon divorce in Illinois, it is possible that one spouse may be awarded, and the other spouse ordered to pay, maintenance. Maintenance is support for one spouse from the resources of the other spouse.

Calculating Interest on Overdue Child Support in Illinois (or Bring Lots of Pater and Pencils)

How to Calculate Interest on Past due Child Support

Can I Get a Modification of My Time-Sharing Plan if I’m in the Military?

Divorce is hard on military families, and can be even harder on children, especially when a modification is needed to enforce time-sharing agreements. Here’s what military members need to know.

When Should You File for Divorce?

Filing for divorce can be a tricky process if you don’t know the system. Here is some information that will make things a lot easier when preparing your case.

Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Divorce - Legal Separation - Annulment

A brief summary between the differences between a Divorce, Legal Separation and Annulment.

Understanding the Six Simple Steps of Divorce in Illinois

If you and your spouse are currently included in this ranking, there are six important steps to remember that may decrease the uncertainty and emotional turmoil often experienced during this process.

THE INEQUITY OF EQUITY: HOW THE CHILD SUPPORT SYSTEM IN NORTH CAROLINA ABUSES PARENTS AND HOW IT CAN BE FIXED - PART VI

Part VI is the conclusions to this piece, I hope you found this informative as well as hopeful that positive change is possible in this system.

THE INEQUITY OF EQUITY: HOW THE CHILD SUPPORT SYSTEM IN NORTH CAROLINA ABUSES PARENTS AND HOW IT CAN BE FIXED -PART V

Part V gives an in depth explanation of how the IRS model for Child Support Collection and Enforcement would practically be applied to lower court costs and taxes, and increase payments made to support children. It also discussions how this system would de-incentivize having children as a career.

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