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...
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Things you don’t want to do during or after a divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Sep 6, 2020 | Uncategorized
The dissolution of a marriage is an intensely personal, private event. If you have filed a petition for divorce in an Illinois court, your circumstances are no longer 100% private, but it's only natural that you don't want everyone knowing your business. Even so, it's...
Unwed fathers have fathers’ rights, too
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Sep 4, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
Most fathers love their children as much as their mothers do. In those cases when fathers aren't with the children's mothers, nor have they ever been married to them, they should know that they do have a number of fathers' rights in Illinois. Unwed fathers need to...
Taxes to consider during a high asset divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Sep 1, 2020 | High-Asset Divorce
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...
Child custody and school attendance choice
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Aug 21, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
It is important for children to have access to a safe and effective education. Now that Illinois schools are offering more options regarding education, some parents are divided over which educational options are in their children's best interests. This problem may be...
Selling a home during divorce
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Aug 17, 2020 | High-Asset Divorce
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...
Your divorce and the far-reaching effects of social media
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Aug 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Even if you are part of a couple with high assets and the prospect of a comfortable post-divorce future, you may feel vulnerable when facing divorce.If you enjoy using social media, you may feel the urge to go online, dish on your divorce and elicit comforting support...
What’s really in the best interests of the child in Illinois?
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Aug 6, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
When parents divorce, they want their children to go through the process with the least angst and stress as possible. When each parent has the best interests of the child at heart, they may find it easier to be more civil with each other -- especially in front of...
Can I use child support to pay my utility bill?
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Jul 31, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
The cost of raising a child in Illinois can be fairly high. Managing those costs after divorce can be particularly difficult, which is why child support is so important. However, what child support covers is not always clear, and confusion over how it is supposed to...
Looking at your child’s best interests for child custody
On behalf of Butler Giraudo & Meister | Jul 24, 2020 | Fathers' Rights
As a dad, you just want what is best for your child -- especially now that you are going through a divorce. Your child custody agreement is the most important place to make sure that the best interests of your child are respected and upheld. But while you might feel...
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