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- Chicago Illinois Family Law Blog
- Adoption
- Grandparent Adoption In Illinois
- How to Deal with Post-Adoption Depression
- The Adopted Child in Illinois — Telling Children They Were Adopted
- Types of Adoption Available to Illinois Families
- Anti-Gay Adoption Bill Shot Down by Civil Rights and LGBT Activists in Springfield
- Adopted Woman Registers with Illinois Agencies to Find Biological Parents
- Child Allocation
- Getting the Most Positive Child Allocation Outcome
- When One of a Child's Separated Parents Dies
- Divorce and Child Custody When It Comes to Religion
- Parental Disputes Over the COVID-19 Vaccine in IL
- How an Evidentiary Hearing Affects Allocation
- The Dangers of Child Abduction After a Divorce
- What You Need in Your Parenting Plan
- Who Is Allowed to Have Parental Responsibilities for a Child?
- Allocation of Parental Responsibilities and COVID-19
- How Alienation Can Poison Parenting Time
- Summer Meant Dill
- We’ve Built a Wonderful Family
- You Can't Tell Me That's Not My Son
- How Allocation of Parenting Time Can Affect Your Child’s School Arrangements
- Common Questions About Child Custody in Illinois
- What You Need to Know about Child Custody in Illinois
- Actress Asks the Federal Government to Help Get Her Children Back
- Moving Children after a Divorce
- What Factors Are Considered in an Illinois Child Allocation Case?
- What Matters Most in an Illinois Child Custody Case?
- Guardianship Versus Custody: What’s the Difference?
- Being a Part-Time Parent in a Full-Time Way
- Court-Ordered Parenting Classes Now Available Online in Cook County
- Trick or Treat? How to Be Fair to Your Kids and Your Ex
- Trick or Treat? Spending Halloween with Your Kids after Divorce
- The Distinction Between Joint Custody and Sole Custody in Illinois
- When to Worry About Changes in Child Behavior After Divorce: Part 2
- Perspective from a Child of Divorce, Discussed by Family Law Attorney Leslie Fineberg
- How Do You Tell Your Children Youre Getting Divorced?
- Back-to-School after Divorce: What Parents Can Learn from Teachers, Part 2
- Minnesota Judge Teaches Divorcing Parents an Important Lesson
- Co-Parenting the Right Way after Divorce
- Attorney Leslie Fineberg Discusses Important Steps to Settling Child Custody Quickly
- Attorney Leslie Fineberg Explores Pre- and Post-Divorce Parenting Issues
- The Five Hardest Parts about Being a Single Mom
- Family Law Attorney Leslie Fineberg Discusses Common Summertime Parenting Issues
- Common Mistakes Men Make in Child Custody Battles
- What Are My Options for Child Custody in Illinois?
- Illinois Parents Who Break Agreements Would Lose Driver’s Licenses Under New Bill
- Charlie Sheen, Brooke Mueller Appear in Court over Custody of Twin Boys
- Alabama May Drastically Change Child Custody Laws
- Ohio Custody Battle Between Adoptive Mother, Biological Father May Go to the U.S. Supreme Court
- Legislation Proposed to Prevent U.S. Military Members from Losing Child Due to Service and Deployment
- Child Support
- Failure to Pay Child Support Could Cost You Your Illinois Professional License
- Better to Get Your Support Order Late Than Never!
- Will My Promotion at Work Affect My Child Support Payments?
- Making Changes to Your Child Support
- State Tells Parents who are Behind on Child Support to Pay Up
- What Happens If My Ex-Spouse Doesn’t Pay Court Ordered Child Support Payments?
- FAFSA and Divorce
- Calculation of Illinois Child Support Obligation
- Cook County Sheriff’s Central Warrants Unit Offers Data Search Page to Public
- Actress Halle Berry Ordered to Pay Ex ,000 a Month in Child Support
- Illinois’ Turn for Child Support System Overhaul: The Proposed System
- Illinois’ Turn for Child Support System Overhaul: The Current System
- Civil Unions
- How to Dissolve a Domestic Partnership or Civil Union in Illinois
- Now That Gay Marriage is Legal in Illinois, What Becomes of Civil Unions?
- Understanding Civil Unions
- Will Illinois Legalize Gay Marriage in January?
- Illinois May See Conflicting Legislation on the Ballot Regarding Same-Sex Marriage
- Illinois Lawmakers May Consider Gay Marriage Bill as Early as This Month
- Illinois Family Institute Aims to Defend State’s Ban on Gay Marriage
- Illinois Delegates Happily Approve of Democrats’ Support of Gay Marriage
- Attorney Jeffrey Knipmeyer Discusses GOP Platform Rejection of Civil Unions
- Illinois Same-Sex Couples Move Forward with Lawsuit against State’s Discriminatory Marriage Law
- Legalization of Gay Marriage on the Horizon in Illinois?
- Equality Illinois Says State Civil Union Law a Failure
- President Obama Publicly Supports Gay Marriage
- Complaint Leads to Change in Lake County Civil Union Policy
- Anti-Gay Adoption Bill Shot Down by Civil Rights and LGBT Activists in Springfield
- Federal Same-Sex Marriage Ban Complicates Finances, Puts Spotlight on Inequalities
- Illinois May Soon Offer Family Leave for Civil Union Spouses
- Springfield Civil Union Benefits Reversal Vote Thrown Out by Judge
- Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Legalize Gay Marriage in Illinois
- Springfield Committee Reverses December Decision, Grants Benefits to Civil Union Spouses
- Springfield Mayor Supports Civil Union Spousal Benefits for City Employees
- Solidarity Leads Heterosexual Couples to Choose Civil Unions over Marriage in Illinois
- Illinois Civil Union Couples Can Now File Joint Tax Returns
- Same-Sex Military Couples File Lawsuit in Federal Court for Equal Benefits
- Research Reveals Relationship Recognition Patterns of Same-Sex Couples
- Civil Union Law Inspires Some Illinois Same-Sex Couples to Change Names
- Peoria Diocese Catholic Charities Withdraws from Legal Battle over Civil Union Adoptions
- Civil Unions a Boost to Illinois Economy, Helping Wedding Businesses Prosper
- Battle between Religious Freedoms and Gay Rights Grows Amidst Illinois Civil Union Law
- Pension Funds in Relation to Civil Union Spouses in Illinois
- Auto and Property Insurance Rights Granted to Civil Union Spouses in Illinois
- Same-Sex Households in Illinois Increased 40 Percent Between 2000 and 2010
- For Now, Illinois Must Refer Foster Kids to Catholic Charities
- Over 1,600 Civil Union Licenses Issued in Illinois During First Month of Law
- Life Insurance and Civil Union Spouses in Illinois
- Tax Problem Found for Civil Union Couples in Illinois
- Catholic Adoption Agencies Sue Illinois Regarding Gay Adoption
- Additional Health Insurance Rights Granted to Illinois Civil Union Spouses
- Health Insurance Benefits for Civil Union Spouses in Illinois
- Learning More About Illinois Civil Unions and Insurance Benefits
- Guidelines Released by Illinois Dept. of Insurance for Civil Union Spouses
- Civil Union License Fee May Match Marriage License Fee in Kane County
- Colorado Moves Toward Approving Civil Unions
- Illinois Investigates Whether Religious Foster Care Agencies Violate the Civil Union Act
- Learning More about Civil Unions in Illinois
- Predicting the Impact of New Civil Union Legislation in Illinois
- Illinois Civil Unions Law to Go Into Effect in July 2011
- Divorce
- Divorce Mediation and Litigation: Which Do You Need?
- The Psychological Effects Divorce Can Have on Children
- Maintaining Good Mental Health During Divorce
- First Things to Do When You've Chosen Divorce
- Navigating a High-Conflict Divorce
- Why Attorneys Shouldn’t Represent Themselves in Divorce Cases
- Can Secret Recordings or Photos of Your Spouse Be Evidence?
- Divorcing Complications for Doctors
- Divorcing a Violent or Dangerous Person
- Divorcing a Narcissist
- Tips for Divorcing Parents of Schoolchildren
- What Are Marital Assets?
- Options for Divorcing Couples that Are Business Co-Owners
- How Social Media Can Affect Divorce Proceedings
- The Future of Health Savings Accounts in an Illinois Divorce
- How Are Lawsuit Settlements Evaluated in Illinois Divorces?
- How Are Non-Fungible Tokens and Other Cryptocurrencies Evaluated in a Divorce?
- The Steps to an Illinois Divorce
- The Complications of High-Asset Divorce
- How To Protect Your Child’s Inheritance From A Divorce
- The History of No-Fault Divorce in Illinois
- When Does Legal Separation Become Divorce?
- Divorcing After Retirement Is Costly
- Understanding "Invisible Divorce"
- How Do You Protect Your Credit Score During a Divorce?
- Let’s Get This Done
- Sometimes, Divorce Is the Easier Option
- Your Cheatin' Heart and Lyin' Eyes
- It Almost Lasted Forever
- Can Social Media Posts Affect Your Divorce Case?
- The Complexities of Divorce and Mental Illness
- Here’s Why You Need a Forensic Accountant to Deal with Your Divorce Investments
- New Illinois Law Makes Major Changes to Divorce Process
- Chicago Divorce Inquiries Spike After the New Year, Say Studies
- Why Do Some Long-Term Illinois Marriages End in Divorce?
- How to Face Your Fears During Divorce and Conquer Them
- Tips To Survive a High Asset Divorce
- Four Tips for Divorce Self-Care During the Holidays
- Three Tips for Choosing the Right Chicago Divorce Lawyer for You
- Should You Go for Divorce Mediation?
- Why It’s Important to Find a Specialized Divorce Attorney
- Serving Divorce Papers over Facebook
- Planning for a Divorce
- Annulment vs. Divorce – What Is The Difference?
- Is It Okay For Me To Date During my Divorce Proceedings?
- Business Valuation and Divorce
- How Friends Can Help During a Divorce
- When Going Through a Divorce, Don’t Forget About the Kids
- Same-Sex Couple in Missouri Granted a Divorce
- Divorce and Obamacare: Are They Linked?
- Your Secret Stash of Cash Won’t Be So Secret When Going Through a Divorce
- Five Common Misconceptions People Have about Divorce
- Avoid Making These Mistakes When Considering Divorce
- Five Things to Keep in Mind during Divorce
- Finding the Divorce Lawyer Who is Right for You
- Recovery from a Divorce May Take Longer than Expected
- Get Your Happiness Back After a Divorce
- The Long-Term Effects of Divorce on Children
- Facebook Use Could Be Harmful to Your Relationship—New Study Says
- Men Do Not Grow Up Until They are 43 New Study Says
- How to Prevent Children from Blaming Themselves for Divorce
- Recent Years Bring a Boom in Gray Divorce
- April is Stress Awareness Month: Tips to Help During Your Divorce
- Protecting Your Credit during a Divorce
- Divorce at Graduation?
- Divorcing a High-Conflict Personality
- Things to Do and Not to Do on Your First Post-Divorce Valentine’s Day
- Children and Divorce: Nine Things to Do and Not to Do
- Does Unemployment Increase the Risk of Divorce?
- <em>Sesame Street</em> Helps Divorcing Parents Help Their Kids
- Attorney Jeffrey Knipmeyer Discusses Benefits of Always being Prepared for Trial
- Where Negotiation Doesn’t Work, Litigation Might
- The Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Announces Divorce from Husband Michael Stone
- Keeping it Together after a Natural Disaster
- Looking Forward to Celebrating Thanksgiving after Divorce
- Where Do Politics Fit into Marriage and Divorce?
- What Happens When Dual Citizenship is Thrown into Divorce?
- Trick or Treat? Celebrating Halloween with Your Step-Kids
- What Happens If Issues Come Up After a Divorce Is Final?
- When to Worry about Changes in Child Behavior after Divorce: Part 1
- What to Make Sure You Tell Your Divorce Attorney
- What You Should Not Say to a Divorcee, Even if You Mean Well
- Back-to-School after Divorce: What Parents Can Learn from Teachers, Part 1
- Investigation Alleges that Will County Divorce Judge Used Courthouse Computer to Watch Porn
- Extending 4th of July Holiday: Marital Histories of our Founding Fathers
- Attorney Jeffrey Knipmeyer Discusses Issues Surrounding Divorce and Economy
- Divorce Hotel a New Option for Troubled U.S. Marriages?
- Reasons You Should Never Use to Justify Getting Back Together after Divorce
- Electronic Discovery Upsets Status Quo: Attorney Jeffrey Knipmeyer Discusses Evolution of the System
- Electronic Discovery Upsets Status Quo: Is All Fair in Love and War?
- Electronic Discovery Upsets Status Quo: Why Marital Mischief is Getting Harder to Hide
- Understanding the Four Main Divorce Options
- New Queen’s University Study Links Life Expectancy and Divorce
- Rosaire Nottage of Family Law Firm Nottage and Ward Discusses Ways to Bounce Back after Divorce
- The Real Impact of Marriage and Divorce on Kids
- How Smart Women Find Happiness after Divorce
- How a Friendly Divorce Gets You the Best Settlement
- Resolving Tax Matters during Divorce Essential to Avoiding Problems after Divorce
- Relationship Status of Kate Gosselin and Ex Points to Common Cause of Marital Discord
- Post-Divorce Recovery May Just Take 7 Steps: Part 2
- Post-Divorce Recovery May Just Take 7 Steps: Part 1
- What Consistent Behaviors in Your Marriage May Lead to Divorce?
- New University of Arizona Study Finds Correlation between Divorce and Early Death
- First Recorded Divorce in U.S. History Tells a Common Tale
- The 6 Most Common Money Mistakes That Can Lead to Divorce
- Surviving the Holidays after Divorce: Getting Your Kids When You Want Them
- Surviving the Holidays after Divorce: When You Have Kids
- Surviving the Holidays after Divorce: When You’re on Your Own
- Divorces May Hurt Republican Presidential Hopeful’s Chances for White House
- Divorced Man Sues Wedding Photographers to Recreate Wedding after 6 Years
- What Halloween Can Tell You about Your Marriage
- TriCity Family Services in Geneva, Illinois Offers Fall Divorce Workshops
- U.S. Census Reports Divorce Rate Trends in Marital Events of Americans: 2009
- How an Inheritance Can Impact Your Divorce
- Custody and Credit Issues to Consider Before Divorce
- Financial Factors to Consider Before Divorce
- Ex-Wife Claims Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh Owes Over 0,000 in Child Support
- Why You Should Consider Signing a Confidentiality Agreement in an Illinois Divorce
- Maria Shriver Files for Divorce from Arnold Schwarzenegger Citing Irreconcilable Differences
- Bernie Madoff Fraud Victim Attempts to Renegotiate Divorce Settlement in Unusual New York Divorce Case
- Census Bureau Survey Discovers U.S. Divorces Decline Slightly, But “Seven-Year Itch” Remains
- Study Finds a Connection Between Unemployment and Divorce
- Divorce Rates Increase as the U.S. Economy Recovers
- Important Steps to Take Once Your Illinois Divorce is Finalized
- What You Need to Know about Taxes and Divorce: Part II
- What You Need to Know about Taxes and Divorce: Part I
- Study Finds Female GIs Have a Higher Rate of Divorce
- Tennessee Supreme Court Considers Case Involving Lifetime Alimony Payments
- Determine Your Post-Split Expenses Before the Illinois Divorce Process Begins
- Count and Evaluate Your Assets Before Beginning the Illinois Divorce Process
- Get Your Finances in Order Before Starting the Illinois Divorce Process
- Deciding Whether a Collaborative Divorce is Right for You
- Alienation of Affection: South Dakota Votes to Keep Law
- Could Facebook Jeopardize Your Marriage or Divorce?
- Should Couples Be Required to Attend Counseling Before They Can Marry or Divorce?
- Family Law
- How to Stop Your Ex-Spouse From Moving Out of State With Your Child
- Bill and Mary and Aaron
- The Surname Situation
- New Illinois Law Addresses Pet Custody in a Divorce
- The New “Modern Family” is Governed by “Un-Modern” Laws
- Being Forced Out of Your Comfort Zone
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Doubled by Yahoo
- Tips for Talking with Children about a Divorce
- What Are the Secrets for Successful Marriage Therapy?
- Chicago Divorce Attorney Jeffrey Knipmeyer Awarded Avvo Rating Badges
- Subject of “Crazy Love” Documentary Dies
- Family Law Attorney Leslie Fineberg Discusses Tips on Preparing for Separation during the Holidays
- How Technology Can Help You During and After Your Divorce
- Who Gets Custody of the Dog after Divorce?
- Survey Shows More Women Paying Alimony and Child Support after Divorce
- Tips for Building a Relationship with Your Grandchildren as Step-Grandparents
- Your Facebook Profile May Be Used Against You in Family Court
- Illinois Court Dismisses "Bad Mothering" Case
- Increasing Number of U.S. Children Raised by Grandparents
- Survey Finds Cohabitation Agreements on the Rise
- New Illinois Laws Relating to Family Law in Effect Since January 1
- Firm News
- High-Profile Divorce
- A Divorce with No Name
- Is Marriage Any Easier after 20 Years? Actress Jane Seymour and Husband James Keach Confirm Separation, Negotiate Terms of Divorce
- Rhea Perlman and Danny DeVito Separating, Headed towards Divorce
- Russell Crowe and Danielle Spencer Separate after Nine Years of Marriage
- Family Lawyer Eunice Ward Provides Commentary on Fox News Chicago about Holmes-Cruise Divorce
- Learning from Celebrities’ Divorce Mistakes
- Jada Pinkett Smith Denies Ongoing Rumors of Marital Strife
- Newt Gingrich Tries to Appease Public Concerns about Unsavory Marital Past
- Will Smith and Wife Jada Pinkett Smith Calling it Quits?
- Mel Gibson Now Officially Divorced from Robyn Moore
- Demi Moore Files for Divorce from Ashton Kutcher
- Kim Kardashian Divorces NBA Star Husband after 72 Days of Marriage
- Frank and Jamie McCourt May Be Headed to Resolution Regarding Dodgers Ownership
- Maintenance
- COVID-19 and Spousal Maintenance: When You Can No Longer Pay
- Spousal Maintenance in Illinois
- New Tax Law in Effect January 2019
- Divorce Tax Laws Are Changing
- The Value of Spousal Support after a Separation
- What are the Consequences of Failing to Pay Child Support in Illinois?
- Massachusetts Looks to Cap Alimony Payments with Proposed Legislation
- Marriage Rights
- What Does It Take to Get a Marriage License in Illinois?
- SCOTUS Finds Bans on Same-Sex Marriage to Be Unconstitutional
- US Department of Labor Revises Definition of “Spouse” under FMLA
- Gay Marriage: Both Sides in Debate See a Showdown Coming
- Old Illinois Statute Could Complicate Same-Sex Marriages For Missouri Couples
- Married Gay Couples Can be Covered Under Family Health Plans
- Illinois Same-Sex Couples Dealing with Life-Threatening Illnesses Can Marry Early
- Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passed by Illinois House and Senate
- Several Fox Valley Mayors Urge State Legislators to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
- Same-Sex Couples to Receive Recognition from I.R.S.
- Divorce for Gay Couples a Costly and Complicated Process
- DOMA Ruling Gives Supporters of Marriage Equality in Illinois Hope
- Sponsors of Illinois Same Sex-Marriage Bill Apologize to Same-Sex Families
- Illinois Governor Calls on House to Send Him Same Sex-Marriage Bill
- Rhode Island Becomes 10th State to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
- Marriage Equality Supported by Star of “The Amazing Spider-Man”
- Chairman of House Republican Campaign Organization Backs Same-Sex Marriage
- U.S. Supreme Court Signals Reluctance to Rule on Marriage Equality
- Illinois Same-Sex Marriage Push Joined by Obama Issue Group
- Illinois GOP Chairman under Fire for Support of Same-Sex Marriages
- Speaker Madigan Claims Same-Sex Marriage Bill 12 Votes Short in House
- Gay and Lesbian Couples Face Indefensible Financial Discrimination
- Illinois Same-Sex Marriage Bill Clears House Committee
- Editorial Urges Ladies and Gentlemen of Illinois House to Step Up Regarding Gay Marriage Bill
- Illinois Senate Passes Gay Marriage Bill
- Push for Marriage Equality in Illinois Continues in Illinois Legislature
- Mediation
- Order of Protection
- How to File for an Order of Protection in Illinois
- Orders of Protection in Illinois
- October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Steelers Running Back Chris Rainey Cut from Team for Alleged Assault on His Girlfriend
- Attorney Jeffrey Knipmeyer Supports Helping Those in Need during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Raise Domestic Violence Awareness, Help Victims
- Washington State Considers Law to Require Violators of Restraining Orders to Wear a GPS Tracking Device
- Parenting Time
- Paternity
- Post-Nuptial Agreement
- Pre-Nuptial Agreement
- How to Know If a Prenup Is Enforceable in Illinois
- What Should I Include in my Prenuptial Agreement?
- What's the Deal With Prenups?
- First Comes Love, Then Comes…?
- How Sweet It Is…Until It Isn’t
- He Gave You a What?
- Illinois Prenup Basics: How Can They Be Invalidated?
- Same-Sex Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements: Items of Note
- Prenuptials Signed Under Duress or Coercion
- Stay-At-Home Parents Can Be Vulnerable: What You Should Know
- Can a Prenuptial Agreement Be Invalidated in Illinois?
- Should You Get a Prenup?
- The Importance of Prenuptial Agreements for Married Couples Who Own a Business
- Property Division
- What Is Forensic Accounting?
- How Assets Are Split in a Divorce
- The Business of Divorce
- What Information Is Disclosed in a Financial Affidavit?
- The Financial Impact of a Divorce
- Pet Custody - A Growing Problem in Divorce Cases
- Divorce, Asset Division, and the Importance of Location
- Is Sale of the Family Home Necessary During Divorce?
- Housing Market Crash Causes Problems for Divorcing Couples
- How Divorce Affects Retirement Planning and Social Security Claims
- Oklahoma Bill Regarding Military Division of Property in Divorce Causes Controversy
- Man Wins "Wheel of Fortune," Wife Divorces Him: Who Gets the Money?
- Separation
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