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Family law is a complex and often frustrating topic for normal people. In this side of the law, many people seek help from the first firm they come across—and if this is the first one you’ve come across, you’re in…

Granholm & Gynac family law attorney’s have put together this list of things you should know about divorce law in Illinois. Illinois Is Now “No-Fault” If you’re looking for a fault to give you more leverage during a divorce, you’ll…

If you and your spouse recognize that your marriage is not working as it current is, you have a few options. Many people do move straight to divorce, and sometimes, that’s the right move. There’s nothing wrong with getting a…

Granholm & Gynac LLC knows it can be extremely difficult to know where to turn to when faced with divorce. Most of us don’t have prior experience with the legal landscape associated with this process. It’s not surprising to hear…

Family law can encompass a broad range of matters, from prenuptial agreements to adoption to divorce, making it essential for you to choose an attorney with experience in all areas of domestic relations practice. At Granholm & Gynac, our family…

Divorce doesn’t always have to be a messy battle. Every now and then, an uncontested divorce — a clean separation with total agreement on both sides — occurs. For example, a marriage can end on friendly terms, leading to lack…

Clients often ask how this process actually operates. While explaining how the mediation process should proceed and discussing all obligations and responsibilities, the attorney’s aim is to maintain a neutral position. All sides are encouraged to start by providing a…

The difference between annulment and divorce is that an annulment erases a marriage, whereas a divorce ends it. A marriage that can be proven invalid can be annulled. For a valid marriage, a legal divorce is necessary. There are fewer…

Prenups are often useful when people marry later in life, perhaps not for the first time, and are already carrying significant assets or liabilities. They may already have existing legal obligations from past relationships to consider. Prenups can deal with…

Divorce usually leaves many families stressed and depressed. Many kids of divorced parents have a hard time coming to terms with the outcome of the divorce. Therefore, both parents and the kids must understand divorce in depth. Here are a…

A child custody hearing is a critical legal hearing that should be maneuvered through with utmost care. As a parent, a custody hearing can affect you emotionally, but this shouldn’t affect your actions and decisions. Here are some of the…

It is true divorce can be emotional, tedious, and completely draining. When you’ve decided it’s the path you want to take, taking the battle on your own could make you miss some details, or even prolong the process. Therefore, hiring…