Mediation is a process which allows the parties in a domestic relation or family law case to attempt to settle their case without judicial intervention. This is generally the last step the parties take before they need the Court to begin to make decisions as it relates to their divorce, finances, and parenting issues.
In this article, we discuss show cause hearings after a divorce in Illinois. Show cause hearings are legal hearings that require a party to appear and to provide reasons as to why they have failed to take action, or taken action that was directly against the parental agreement, or why the court should not grant relief. This article addresses the points of reasons for a show cause hearing, what happens at show cause hearings, how to prepare for a show cause hearing, and possible results of a show cause hearing.
One of the biggest issues that a Family Law case can deal with is determining who cares for Minor Children and if a parent is fit for the responsibility of caring for a Minor Child. In a situation where the Judge is having difficulty making this determination or the parties have made serious accusations against each other, the Judge has a few tools at their disposal.
Many divorcing couples try to argue, most without any evidence, that their significant other is "just plain crazy." But in reality, the percentage of Americans suffering from a mental health illness is estimated to be just above twenty percent. However, many experts agree the actual number is significantly higher. Much of the underreporting has to do with the stigma attached to mental health conditions in the United States. So what happens when one parent has a diagnosed mental illness or a history of signs and symptoms?
A cohabitation agreement can protect couples who live and raise a family together from a nasty breakup with no clear delineation of who should have what. While marriage and the commitment that comes with it should never be considered lightly, the belief that not getting married frees you from complications is short-sighted.
Make a consultation reservation online using our online scheduling tool.
Make a consultation reservation online using our online scheduling tool.
Our team of friendly professionals are standing by to take your call now at (630)324-6666.
Our team of friendly professionals are standing by to take your call now at (563) 503-6910.
One of the biggest issues that a Family Law case can deal with is determining who cares for Minor Children and if a parent is fit for the responsibility of caring for a Minor Child. In a situation where the Judge is having difficulty making this determination or the parties have made serious accusations against each other, the Judge has a few tools at their disposal.
Many divorcing couples try to argue, most without any evidence, that their significant other is "just plain crazy." But in reality, the percentage of Americans suffering from a mental health illness is estimated to be just above twenty percent. However, many experts agree the actual number is significantly higher. Much of the underreporting has to do with the stigma attached to mental health conditions in the United States. So what happens when one parent has a diagnosed mental illness or a history of signs and symptoms?
A cohabitation agreement can protect couples who live and raise a family together from a nasty breakup with no clear delineation of who should have what. While marriage and the commitment that comes with it should never be considered lightly, the belief that not getting married frees you from complications is short-sighted.
Getting married to someone before their divorce is finalized, even if you didn’t know they were still married, constitutes bigamy. Bigamy is a federal crime and is illegal in all states; however, certain states, like Utah, have very lax rules on bigamy. If you didn’t know about your spouse’s existing marriage, you wouldn’t be in any direct violation of the law, but your spouse may be. Because the new marriage is illegal, it is considered void in every state and can be annulled.
People make bad decisions when going through a divorce. Often, one or both spouses may feel the other isn't entitled to money or property that should be split equitably. They'll try to empty a joint bank account, sell off property, transfer assets to another person, or move money into a hidden account. In the past, Illinois would place an automatic freeze on a divorcing couple's marital assets, but that law was deemed unconstitutional.
One of the biggest issues that a Family Law case can deal with is determining who cares for Minor Children and if a parent is fit for the responsibility of caring for a Minor Child. In a situation where the Judge is having difficulty making this determination or the parties have made serious accusations against each other, the Judge has a few tools at their disposal.
Our team of friendly professionals are standing by to take your call now at (630)324-6666.
Our team of friendly professionals are standing by to take your call now at (563) 503-6910.
Monday to Friday
9am - 5pm
Monday to Friday
9am - 5pm