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December, 2014 - Chicago Illinois Family Law Blog Archive

What Matters Most in an Illinois Child Custody Case?

By Leslie Fineberg on December 18, 2014

Going through a divorce is a highly emotional life event, especially when children are involved.  Unfortunately, when both parents cannot reach an agreement regarding child custody, then litigation is often the only way to go. In Illinois, it’s important to remember that the courts will consider what is in the best interest of the child. The court will hear both sides of the custody case and evaluate the following factors:

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Posted in: Child Allocation

What to Expect at Your Divorce Mediation

By Leslie Fineberg on December 8, 2014

A divorce can be a traumatic, mournful time in one’s life, and at Nottage and Ward, LLP we understand the complex challenges that come with the territory. You may think that expensive litigation is your only option for a divorce, but an alternative method is to hire a divorce mediator. Unlike an attorney, a mediator acts as a neutral third party to help you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse resolve your legal issues.

A mediator will meet with you and your spouse individually and together in order to discuss and resolve the issues of your divorce. Mediation is confidential, with no public record, and allows you to work toward a solution that you and your ex agree is fair for the situation.

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Posted in: Mediation

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