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- Common Mistakes That Can Complicate the Divorce Process
Feb 23, 2026
Divorce is tough for everyone involved—there’s no sugarcoating it. But believe it or not, there are certain missteps that can make this already challenging process even more complicated, emotional, and overwhelming. These common mistakes can have long-term consequences, from complicating the legal proceedings to impacting financial settlements and relationships with children. To help you navigate this complex process, we’ve outlined some of the most frequent errors people make and offer tips on how to avoid...Read More - What to Include, Exclude, and Expect from a Prenuptial Agreement
Feb 23, 2026
Prenuptial Agreements are typically utilized to determine how the parties’ assets will be divided if a marital termination event, such as separation or divorce, occurs. Prenuptial Agreements can serve as a great tool in protecting yourself, your loved ones, and your assets. However, there are certain limitations of a Prenuptial Agreement and reasons why an Agreement could be found invalid. Your Prenuptial Agreement cannot: Determine parenting time or allocation of parental responsibilities of current or...Read More - Common Reasons Your Real Estate Closing May Be Delayed
Feb 23, 2026
Buying or selling a home is an exciting time, but it is important to maintain a level of flexibility with your timing. Namely, the closing date in your contract is an estimate and is not set in stone. If your closing gets postponed, avoid getting anxious or frustrated immediately: this is not uncommon! Here are the top 5 reasons your real estate closing can be delayed. Additional Lender Requirements Completing your loan application and submitting...Read More - Summer Vacation Parenting Schedule
Feb 23, 2026
Summer is the perfect time for you and your loved ones to get together and enjoy that beautiful weather, especially when your children are on their summer break. When parents get divorced or separated, it is important to set guidelines that allow for each parent to enjoy this time off with their children. Here are some important things to consider when negotiating your summertime parenting schedule. The Distance Between Each Parent’s Residence If you live...Read More - Understanding Revocable Living Trusts for Real Estate
Feb 23, 2026
If you own your own home, then you should know about revocable living trusts for real estate. A revocable living trust can be an extremely valuable tool for managing your property. In this blog post, we’ll explain what a revocable living trust is and how it can benefit almost anyone who owns real estate. While revocable living trusts are not new, in the last several years they have become more common and accessible to ordinary...Read More - Is Divorce Your Only Option?
Feb 23, 2026
When it comes to the dissolution of a marriage (or “divorce”), there are a couple of alternatives to the standard divorce route. One infrequently used alternative is a declaration of invalidity of the marriage – more commonly known as “annulment.” There are certain advantages to obtaining an annulment instead of a divorce, but relatively few petitions for annulments are filed in Illinois each year. The Illinois statute on annulment is not as robust as the...Read More - What Does It Mean to Bifurcate a Divorce?
Feb 23, 2026
From start to finish, a divorce can take anywhere from a couple of weeks to several years. That’s because the traditional divorce route includes: Filing and serving a petition for dissolution of marriage Collecting and reviewing relevant financial information Hearings on temporary financial matters and parenting issues while discovery is being conducted and terms of the divorce are being negotiated and/or mediated Pretrial conference with the judge Trial preparation Trial or settlement In some rare...Read More - Roe v Wade Has Been Overturned. What’s Next?
Feb 23, 2026
After the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Justice Clarence Thomas wrote a concurring opinion (a statement outlining his stance on the ruling). Thomas stated that other Supreme Court rulings that used a similar legal argument as Roe v. Wade should also be overturned. Three landmark cases that use a similar legal argument as Roe v. Wade include the cases that establish your right to: Same-sex marriage (Obergefell v. Hodges) Access to birth control...Read More - What You Should Know About the Real Estate Market Today
Feb 23, 2026
For a long time now (throughout 2021 and well into 2022) the real estate market has been a Seller’s market. Prices were sky high and rates were continually rising. But now, in mid-2022, the real estate market is once again beginning to shift. If you’re wondering what is happening to the market right now and how it’s trending, keep reading. We’ll cover recent changes and clarify where the market stands today. Home Availability Is Still...Read More - What to Expect From Your Real Estate Closing
Feb 23, 2026
“Closing” in real estate is the process when ownership of the property officially transfers from the seller to the buyer. It’s an exciting moment, but one that’s not well-understood. So whether this is your first closing or your fifth closing (and you’re looking for a reminder!), we are going to discuss what you can expect as both a seller and a buyer. The Process of Closing for Sellers As a seller, you generally do not...Read More