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 obtained by the…
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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 business ties with her former husband's legal team. Ironically,…
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If an Illinois spouse files for divorce, he or she must resolve numerous issues in order to achieve a fair settlement. If the couple in question has children, top priorities will no doubt include child custody issues, as well as child support. Property division is also an important matter, especially…
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There is no denying that divorce can impact one's finances, so ensuring that everything goes smoothly during property division is essential. This can be a difficult task in a high asset divorce. For example, taxes associated with certain assets such as retirement accounts and stock holdings can lead to profoundly…
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Owning a home or second house is often one of the biggest investments a person will ever make. While real estate is generally a smart, safe investment, property can be difficult to deal with during divorce. Even Illinois couples who agree to sell a house encounter hurdles throughout the process.…
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