If you own your own business, the best time to determine how it will be affected by the divorce process is before you get married, with a prenuptial agreement. If you’re already married when you start the business, you can achieve the same goal with a postnuptial...
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Overlooked clauses and prenuptial agreements: 7 things to remember
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Apr 14, 2024 | Family Law
Prenuptial agreements were once exclusively for the wildly affluent – but they’ve come to be embraced by couples from all kinds of backgrounds. While prenups typically cover things like the division of major assets and spousal support, unclear language and oversights...
Divorce danger zones: 2 periods where many marriages fail
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Mar 28, 2024 | Divorce
When people marry, they usually anticipate being together for a lifelong journey, where they provide companionship and love for each other and share their goals and dreams. However, the realities of marriage can be a lot more difficult than many couples anticipate,...
3 options for dealing with the house in a divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Mar 20, 2024 | Divorce
Divorce isn’t just a major emotional upset – it’s also a logistical challenge, especially when it comes to the division of the marital property and debts. In particular, deciding what to do with the family home can be one of the most complex and emotionally charged...
What is a guardian ad litem in custody cases?
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Mar 6, 2024 | Child Custody
Any time that there’s a conflict over child custody, the emotional stakes can be pretty high – and the legal terrain can be complex. In many instances, it is wise (or outright necessary) to involve a guardian ad litem (GAL) in a custody case. A guardian ad litem is...
How can a prenuptial agreement impact the divorce process?
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Feb 23, 2024 | Divorce
Divorce can be stressful, lengthy and expensive. Couples often find themselves disagreeing about seemingly minor details and may need the courts to resolve their conflicts. Property division issues, in particular, can lead to protracted litigation as spouses fight...
What if DCFS comes to your home?
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Feb 13, 2024 | Child Custody
Dealing with a visit from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) can be a stressful experience for any family. While the primary goal of DCFS is to ensure the safety and well-being of children, parents need to be prepared and informed about...
What is digital abuse between spouses?
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Feb 1, 2024 | Divorce
These days, more and more ordinary items have some kind of digital connectivity. Nobody thinks twice about having a digital home assistant like Alexa or Amazon Echo – nor do they think much about having digital thermostats, digital health monitors, digital doors and...
The tricky economics of high-asset divorces
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jan 12, 2024 | Divorce
Inflation has been bouncing up and down, cryptocurrency values have fallen dramatically, real estate holdings may have skyrocketed in value – or be sitting half-empty because there aren’t enough commercial tenants around. The stock market, too, has been capricious in...
Valuing a medical practice in a divorce
On Behalf of Blacha Law Office, LLC | Jan 3, 2024 | Divorce
The emotional bonds of your marriage may have already broken – but your financial bonds with your spouse still have to be addressed before you can finally move on. For many couples, that’s no more complicated than selling the house, splitting up the cars and dividing...
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