Family situations can be extremely complex. Sometimes, a mother gets pregnant unintentionally. She may not have a close relationship with the father or wish for him to be involved in the child’s life. Sometimes, the opposite is true. The mother wants the father to be involved in the child’s life and support the child financially, but the father refuses to sign the birth certificate or establish paternity.
In this situation, it is important to consider the legal and financial implications of not establishing paternity, as well as the potential benefits of establishing paternity. In some cases, it may be…
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Parenting time restrictions limit or restrict the amount or type of parenting time allotted to a parent. These restrictions can be used for a variety of reasons, such as protecting the best interests of children or ensuring that parents are engaging in positive co-parenting practices.
In Illinois, parenting time restrictions are used to protect the safety and well-being of children who live in divided households. If there is evidence that a parent has acted in a way that is or could be detrimental to the child’s emotional, physical, or psychological well-being, then parenting time restrictions may be put in place.
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For many years, prenuptial agreements were thought of as antiquated, unnecessary, and unromantic by a large portion of newlyweds. However, attitudes about prenups are changing, and many people now recognize the benefits that a prenuptial agreement can provide. Young couples are signing prenups at rates that are higher than ever before, and there are several reasons for this trend.
Advantages of Premarital Agreements Among Younger Engaged Couples
One of the most common reasons young couples choose to sign a prenuptial agreement is to protect their assets. This is especially true for couples who have already accumulated some wealth before getting…
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Many people misunderstand how, when, and where annulment can take place. In Illinois, annulments are possible, but they are rare. This is because an annulment formally reverses an invalid marriage. Typical marriages are not eligible for annulment. If someone wants to end a valid marriage, their only option is divorce. This blog will explain the difference between annulment and divorce, when a successful annulment is possible, and what you can do if you need to end a marriage you regret.
Declaration of Invalidity of Marriage
The law limits who can get married. For example, minors are typically not allowed…
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If you are like most parents, you want the best for your children and that includes reducing any stress your children may experience during the divorce. In a best- scenario, you and your spouse will try to put your emotions aside, regardless of who chose to file for divorce. The last thing you want is for your child to witness hostility between the two people they love most in this world. For many parents, mediation during divorce is healthier for the child because it helps reduce conflict and allows parents to seek a peaceful resolution. 
Encouraging Joint Custody
The…
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There has been an uptick in divorces across the nation for people who are over 50 years old. For folks 65 years and older, t the divorce rate has tripled since 1990. Perhaps once someone hits their golden years, they realize they do not want to put up with an unhealthy relationship anymore. Whatever the reason, any divorce comes with financial uncertainty.
If you are getting what is being dubbed a “gray divorce,” chances are you have more assets to divide than other couples and what you think is yours may no longer be the case moving forward. Here are…
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If you are at each other’s throats like cats and dogs, chances are your divorce will be difficult, to say the least. Fuming over a betrayal or your soon-to-be ex threatening to take the kids can set the stage for an all-out war. Davi Law Group can help you temper your emotions by focusing on the legal process of your high-conflict divorce.
Deciding to end your marriage is never easy but sometimes it is the only solution. The current divorce rate in the United States is 2.3 per 1,000 people. The reason for your divorce often foreshadows whether or…
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So you lost your job and feel like the rug has been pulled from underneath you. How are you going to make your next child support payment? It can be a terrifying situation. Especially because being unemployed does not absolve you from this obligation. If you need help with a child support matter to ensure your child is taken care of in the least disruptive way possible, there are some options.
Payment is Not Negotiable
The amount and length of child support are not negotiable between you and your ex-spouse. If you have no income, you are still legally responsible…
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Much as divorce can become a source of emotional turmoil for parents, so can it for children of any age. From toddlers to teenagers, divorce can have an enormous impact on children’s mental health, as the split likely represents the most significant life change they have ever experienced. As a parent, taking care of your child’s mental health during your divorce – in addition to looking after your own – is of the highest importance. Children, particularly older children, are likely to hold their own opinion about what parenting time arrangements would be ideal. Some children would wish to live…
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