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Thinking of consulting with a family attorney for a prenup but worried about the stigma? Don’t fret, prenuptial agreements are becoming more popular, especially among millennials. Why is this? Millennials tend to marry later in life. Marrying older means they…

Technically, standard Orders of Protection are only for situations involving blood relatives, family, or household scenarios. So, how can legal protection be provided when a person believes they are being harassed by others, such as co-workers, neighbors, or even strangers?…

A postnuptial agreement is a contract drafted during marriage to sort out complicated assets, income, finances, and future plans concerning children. Although postnups are less common, they’re vital in allowing couples to communicate effectively on important marital and financial decisions.…

Also known as a VAP, it’s a way to legally substantiate your relationship as the biological father of your child. This is important because in Illinois law, if the child’s parents were not married at the time of birth, then…

Mediation is an option to consider in a range of situations. These can include divorce, spousal maintenance, contested wills, and child custody, visitation and support. But many people wonder if mediation is for them. Here are three things it’s good…

A prenup is a contract between two individuals that specifies the liabilities and assets they bring to the marriage. It also determines your property rights should your marriage end in a divorce. Some of the items to include in your…

When creating a living trust, you’re required to appoint a power of attorney who will act in your place when you’re incapacitated. Here are four types of power of attorney that can help you make an informed decision. General –…

A special needs trust is a document that allows you to hold or protect assets for your beneficiary with disabilities. Here are some reasons why you should establish a special needs trust. To choose someone to serve as a trustee,…

Once you’ve made up your mind to file for divorce, speaking to an experienced divorce lawyer is a good idea. You can gain a lot of information during your first consultation when you ask the right questions. These include: How…

You may be considering establishing a trust as part of your estate planning actions. There are key benefits to be gained from this course of action. These can include… Preventing the need for time and cost consuming probate Provisions in…

Your adopted child has the same legal rights as your biological children when it pertains to estate planning situations. However, these circumstances may differ when your child isn’t legally adopted, requiring you to make changes to your estate plan, will,…

You’ve decided to end your marriage, but don’t know what to do next. Here are two reasons why consulting with a divorce attorney is a wise move. Importance of Consulting a Divorce Attorney: Seeking legal advice from an experienced divorce…