When you file for divorce in Illinois, you'll need to give your attorney a clear picture of your financial situation. This means gathering extensive documentation about you and your estranged spouse's income, properties and assets. Gathering these documents can be a...
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Simple ways to protect personal finances in case of divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Mar 22, 2021 | Divorce
When Illinois residents get married, they hope the relationship will stand the test of time. However, they're also realistic, so many couples put protections in place that help them shield their assets if the marriage doesn't work out. There are several protections...
What is the divorce process?
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Dec 9, 2020 | Divorce
If you've never been through a divorce in Illinois, you might be a little anxious about going through the process. Filing for divorce can be challenging, but if you know what to expect, you'll be better prepared to seek legal advice and negotiate with your estranged...
Marital property: Figuring out who gets what during a divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Nov 5, 2020 | High-Asset Divorce
A couple has much to figure out when they have made the decision that their marriage has come to an end. One of the discussions Illinois couples who have decided to divorce need to have pertains to marital property, including the family home. In Illinois, all property...
What happens when there’s a failure to pay alimony?
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Oct 30, 2020 | Spousal Support
When a couple's marriage comes to an end, the chances are high that one spouse will have to pay support to the other. In Illinois, the consequences for the failure to pay alimony can be severe if the payor is in default for several months or more. If payors know...
Seeking a child custody modification after divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Oct 26, 2020 | Spousal Support
Children often feel the most overwhelmed when their parents marriages end. The law in Illinois says issues such as child custody and child support should always be considered in light of what is in the best interests of the children. Life changes and with those...
Fathers can continue to be great parents after divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Oct 22, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
Most parents always want what's best for their children. That holds true even when parents' marriages don't work out. Divorced fathers in Illinois may find a new way of parenting challenging, but they can be successful in maintaining positive relationships with their...
High-profile couple: Judge to stay in Jolie, Pitt divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Oct 9, 2020 | High-Asset Divorce
Angelina Jolie's bid to remove the judge from her and Brad Pitt's divorce case was unsuccessful. Most Illinois residents are likely familiar with the details of the divorce of this once high-profile celebrity couple. Jolie claimed the judge had professional and...
Child custody: What you wear to court matters
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Oct 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
When you filed for divorce in an Illinois court, you may have simply wanted to sign whatever documents you needed to sign so that you could leave the past behind and move on in life. However, as a parent, you knew there would be child custody issues to resolve. If...
Science says joint custody after divorce makes men better fathers
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister, P.C. | Oct 1, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
Often, some positives can come out of difficult situations. Illinois fathers who face divorce should know that recent scientific data shows men tend to become better caregivers to their children after the ends of their marriages if they share joint custody...
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