The end of a marriage, though typically in the best interests of all parties involved, can come with some difficulties. This could be especially true when Illinois couples and others across the country are unable to agree on many elements of a settlement. For example....
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Property Division
Separate accounts will not protect assets from property division
Many people in Illinois want to plan for the future. For couples who are getting married, this often means taking measures that could potentially aid with the property division process in the event of a subsequent divorce. While there are some actions that can protect...
Discovering hidden assets important in property division
There is no doubt that the end of a marriage is often a difficult time -- sometimes both financially and emotionally. While some couples in Illinois are committed to making the divorce process as seamless and peaceful as possible, there are others who may attempt to...
Property division and retirement accounts
People enter into marriage in Illinois believing that theirs will be the marriage that will last. In about 50% of marriages, that is not the case. Divorce itself can be complex and property division in particular can be very involved. Many divorces are happening...
Property division when an Illinois business is involved
Few people -- even those who may have created a prenuptial agreement -- are ever fully prepared for the emotional and financial ramifications of a divorce. Despite the complications that the end of a marriage can create, often people in Illinois and across the country...
Options to split business assets in a high asset divorce
The vast majority of people in Illinois and across the country are likely familiar with the company Amazon. Though CEO and founder Jeff Bezos is in the news relatively frequently, the announcement of his impending divorce to wife of 25 years MacKenzie has several...
Special considerations for a high asset divorce in Illinois
Every single couple in Illinois who chooses to walk down the aisle together likely has no expectation that their marriage could ultimately end in divorce. Though all divorces have important implications, a high asset divorce in Illinois and other areas of the country...
Experienced Illinois attorneys help with property division
Many couples in Illinois often come to the decision that their marriage is no longer functional for all involved, including any children of the relationship. Often, a divorce is the best choice for a happier, more fulfilling life. However, the process and separating...
High asset divorce: Couple must sell high-dollar art collection
The end of a marriage in Illinois and across the country is almost always difficult. If that end is contentious, the negotiations that ensue can be even more challenging to resolve. This could especially be the case in a high asset divorce where stakes are much...
Property division: Dividing a business during divorce
Many people in Illinois work hard to make the businesses that they own a success. This often involves a great deal of sacrifice -- of both finances and time. If a business owner is married, his or her spouse may also have to sacrifice even if not directly involved in...