On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Mar 20, 2023 | Divorce
Getting married is a life-changing decision that understandably brings a range of emotions and even new responsibilities. While the focus should be on the love between you and your partner, it is important to consider practical matters such as prenuptial agreements....
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Feb 17, 2023 | Divorce
The goal of providing spousal support or alimony to a spouse following a divorce is to allow that party to achieve financial independence. It is not unusual for circumstances to occur that change the financial landscape for one or both parties. If you have experienced...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Feb 17, 2023 | Divorce
In many cases, divorcing couples will agree on who continues living in the marital home. But sometimes, when there is no consensus, the court will step in and make the decision. Illinois is an equitable distribution state, which means that a judge will make a decision...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jan 20, 2023 | Divorce
Spousal maintenance is financial support that one spouse may be required to pay to the other during a divorce or following a legal separation. In 2015, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act added a clause that laid out a specific equation for...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jan 19, 2023 | Divorce
Illinois is an equitable distribution state. This term is a part of divorce law where the court determines the distribution of assets based on equity; however, this doesn't necessarily mean that all assets acquired during the marriage are divided equally between the...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jan 8, 2023 | Divorce
It really doesn't matter when you decide to file for divorce. The process will be stressful and disruptive for your family. Divorces later in life after many years of marriage and possibly raising a child together have become more common in recent years. Such gray...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Dec 30, 2022 | Child Custody
High-conflict divorce can be complicated and lengthy, especially when it involves child custody disputes and property division. Luckily, Illinois law allows a petitioner for temporary court orders addressing issues like child custody and spousal support. Here is what...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Dec 28, 2022 | Family Law
If there's one thing that you and your spouse still have in common, it may be your intense love for your children. Divorce may put you at odds with one another and will only worsen your already-damaged relationship. When you find yourselves disagreeing about how you...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Dec 27, 2022 | Child Custody
Creating a parenting plan can be one of the most challenging aspects of divorce for parents, especially when emotions are running high. However, having a clear and comprehensive parenting plan in place can help ensure that both parents maintain a healthy and...
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Dec 26, 2022 | Estate Planning
During estate planning, careful consideration is often given to each beneficiary to ensure a will is executed as the testator intends. However, numerous families have been torn apart due to estate disputes when a loved one dies. Children of a recently deceased parent...