On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Jun 16, 2017 | Divorce
Several states — not Illinois — call for an “equal” division of marital property when two people get divorced. The language in Illinois is “equitable division,” which does not guarantee a 50-50 split. In fact, and especially if...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Apr 18, 2017 | Divorce
Some Illinois parents understand what’s like to end their marital ties, then face months (or years) of courtroom battles regarding various issues relating to their children. Not every divorce is contentious, however. In fact, some people (such as Hollywood stars...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Mar 10, 2017 | Divorce
When you got married, you likely never imagined you’d one day be standing in an Illinois courtroom fighting for custody of your children. While most couples hope their unions will last a lifetime, the reality is that many marriages are at some risk for divorce....
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Dec 20, 2016 | Divorce
Illinois couples who marry are likely the same as many others who enter their unions hoping and believing their commitments will last their lifetimes. Statistics show this is not always possible, however. Readers concerned about divorce may want to consider several...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Sep 20, 2016 | Divorce
Various issues may arise when a married couple in Illinois no longer wishes to remain together. Divorce is often a difficult and lengthy process. If a couple owns a home together, they may face challenges when it comes to deciding whether the house they shared in...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Aug 18, 2016 | Divorce
When divorce involves a break down in communication between former spouses, adapting to new lifestyles may prove challenging. Especially with regard to child custody, visitation or child support issues, stress levels can skyrocket if a former spouse refuses to...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Jun 27, 2016 | Divorce
There are all sorts of booming businesses throughout Illinois. Some of these exist in cyberspace only, while others comprise brick and mortar buildings. In all types of business, contract disputes are a risk and typically something business owners try to prevent....
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Jun 22, 2016 | Divorce
Divorce is a challenging transition that many people in Illinois face at some points in their lives. A divorce can be hard for both women and men. However, according to research, women usually fare much worse from a financial point of view. During the first year...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | Jun 2, 2016 | Divorce
Illinois parents choosing to divorce often face challenges regarding various issues that pertain to the future care and upbringing of their children. Divorce is seldom easy, and every member of a family is forced to make changes and adapt to new lifestyles that may...
On behalf of McCarthy & Allen | May 24, 2016 | Divorce
When two people in Illinois choose to end a marriage, the impact of the situation may be long-lasting. Every couple’s situation is different, and when extenuating circumstances are present, it often makes matters more difficult. This seems to be the case for...
