Blog: Divorce
- Divorce Process Chicago: What To Expect From Start To Finish
Jun 18, 2026
By the Attorneys at Greenberg & Sinkovits, LLC | Chicago Divorce Attorneys | Illinois Family Law If you are thinking about divorce in Chicago, you are probably searching for answers to questions you never expected to have. What happens first? How long will this take? What about your children, your home, your finances? These are the questions that keep people up at night, and they are the same questions we hear from clients across...Read More - Helping Teens Cope With Divorce in Illinois: What Parents Need to Know
May 14, 2026
By: Greenberg & Sinkovits, LLC Divorce reshapes every member of a family, but teenagers carry it in a uniquely difficult way. Unlike younger children who often look to adults to frame what is happening, adolescents process major upheaval through their own developing sense of identity, independence, and emotional awareness. For parents going through a divorce in Illinois, understanding how to support a teenager during this transition can be just as important as resolving...Read More - Supporting Adopted Children Through Divorce
Feb 23, 2026
Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally taxing experience for any family, but for adopted children, it can bring about unique complexities and uncertainties. I myself (Stephanie Greenberg) am adopted and although my parents did not divorce, I understand the unique struggles that adoptees face. Regardless of the timing of the adoption (ie: infant adoption vs. later adoption), there is inherent trauma when a child is separated from their birth mother. Thus, the upheaval of...Read More - Father’s Day After Divorce
Feb 23, 2026
If you are newly divorced or currently going through the separation or divorce process, Father’s Day may look different this year. You may be spending the day with your children, with your family, or alone for the first time. Whatever your situation may be, Father’s Day can still be a memorable and fun day for both you and your children. As a Guardian Ad Litem appointed by the Court to represent the children’s best interests...Read More - Contribution to College Expenses
Feb 23, 2026
Does your mind, now that it’s the time of year when your child is likely making decisions about college, immediately jump to money? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. As parents, we want to do everything for our children, especially if it’s something that will contribute to their future. College is an investment, and you may be wondering if you can get a contribution from your ex-spouse or ex-partner for the payment of college expenses. You...Read More - Co-Parenting Communication Tools
Feb 23, 2026
We know that co-parenting can be challenging, especially when it comes to keeping communication clear, harmonious, effective, and organized. You will often hear lawyers and judges advising parties to treat co-parenting like a professional project, where the end goal is that you have raised healthy, well-adjusted children. You want professional communication, regular check-ins, clear documentation, collaborative decision-making on shared responsibilities, and conflict resolution when things go awry. We often rely on two resources for our...Read More - Splitting Retirement in Divorce
Feb 23, 2026
The division of assets in a divorce is often one of the most contested and emotional issues. Assets can range anywhere from bank accounts to real estate. The assets acquired during the marriage are considered marital property and subject to division between the parties, regardless of who holds a title or whose name is on an account, with a few exceptions. This is true, too, for any money put into a retirement account during the...Read More - Celebrating the Holidays After Divorce
Feb 23, 2026
The holidays often bring a swirl of emotions, especially if you’re navigating them alone or without your children for the first time post-divorce. For some, this “solo” season may feel heavy with sadness or loneliness, while for others, it might bring an unexpected sense of freedom, joy, and relief. Every feeling—no matter where it falls on that spectrum—is completely valid. What’s likely true for everyone in this new chapter is that the holidays will look...Read More - Planning Your Holiday Parenting Schedule
Feb 23, 2026
The holidays are always a special time of the year, but they can also be tough on divorced or separated families. In a divorce or parentage proceeding, it is important to establish both a regular and holiday parenting time schedule. Here in Illinois, the holiday parenting time schedule typically takes precedence over the regular parenting time schedule. This means that if a holiday occurs during what is normally your regular parenting time day, whoever that...Read More - 5 Tips For a Stay-at-Home Parent Getting a Divorce
Feb 23, 2026
It is no secret that divorce can be a stressful and exhausting experience. As a stay-at-home parent, the thought of going through divorce may seem even more daunting. Many stay-at-home parents have given up their own careers to help further their spouse’s career growth while providing childcare and support for their children. After years of making personal sacrifices to care for your family, you might be thinking, “What am I supposed to do now?” Fortunately,...Read More