When you are facing divorce and nearing retirement age, you may have concerns about how your separation can impact your plans for the future. As an individual going through a gray divorce, there are factors you must consider and prepare for as you begin the process. A...

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Financial considerations during a high-asset divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Aug 3, 2023 | Divorce
Experiencing a divorce can be an emotionally overwhelming process, and when it involves significant assets, it becomes even more complex. A high-asset divorce requires splitting a sizable marital estate and possibly transitioning from a dual-income household to a...
Guide to factors that influence spousal maintenance (alimony) in Illinois
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jul 27, 2023 | Divorce
Often one of the greatest anxieties people experience in a divorce is how day-to-day living will change after the proceedings are finalized. Spousal maintenance is a stipulation of a divorce that can help clarify the standard of living for the parties involved after...
Managing the probate process with a blended family and high-value estate
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jul 27, 2023 | Divorce
When dealing with high-value estates, blended families often face unique challenges. Navigating the complexities of the probate process and making important decisions can be tricky when multiple families and many assets are involved. What is probate? Probate is the...
Paying alimony during a gray divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jul 24, 2023 | Divorce
Couples over 50 who decide that the remainder of their lives should be spent apart undergo a gray divorce. This official separation can get messy between assets and alimony. In many cases, these couples have been married for several decades and acquired a particular...
How mediation can help you in your divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jul 18, 2023 | Divorce, Family Law
Divorce is undoubtedly a challenging and emotional process for everyone involved, and it often leaves couples feeling overwhelmed, financially strained and uncertain about their future. However, amidst the turmoil, there is hope: mediation, an alternative to...
Dealing with parental alienation during and after divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jul 10, 2023 | Child Custody
Divorce is hard on everybody, but especially the children. Usually, the spouses both do their best to reassure the kids that both parents still love them very much and will continue to do so even though they are not married anymore. This reduces the trauma and helps...
3 Reasons to consider mediation in high-net-worth divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jun 28, 2023 | Divorce
Unique concerns arise when a divorcing couple has significant assets, including tax issues, estate planning, business interests and privacy considerations. A lot of money will likely be spent to fund expensive litigation and the publication of the divorce proceeding....
Concealed assets and financial misconducts in high-net-worth divorces
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jun 13, 2023 | Divorce
Concealing assets and financial misconducts are typical issues in high-net-worth divorces. This type of misconduct involves hiding high-value assets such as luxury real estate, high-end vehicles, company shares, pensions, investments or any other assets during...
Reviewing and updating your will during a Grey divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jun 1, 2023 | Divorce, Estate Planning
The rate of divorce for those over 50 has risen substantially in the past decade. This phenomenon is known as a "grey" divorce due to increased longevity, greater economic autonomy, and changing views on marriage and divorce. In a grey divorce, especially among those...
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