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Why is it important that my New Year’s resolution be to prepare my last will and testament?
Many people think about creating an Estate Plan like a Will or a Trust as a New Year’s resolution during the holiday season. The good news is that Estate Planning is easier and less complicated than most people think. Generally, there are two (2) types of estate...
What is Marital and Non-Marital Property?
Generally, marital property is property acquired during the course of the marriage. This means that, in a divorce, it belongs to both spouses. It does not matter whose name the property is held in. For example, if a couple is married on March 1, any property acquired...
When do I lose the earnest money I put down on a house?
For most Americans, the biggest investment and asset they own is their house. Buying or selling a house can be a joyful event, but also a stressful experience, especially for first time buyers. When you make an offer on a house, you sign a contract, and most...
What Do I Do if my Condo Association Sends me a Notice of a Violation?
Association owners are required to follow all the provisions contained in the various association governing documents (Declaration of Covenants, By-Laws, and Rules and Regulations). Many associations are very aggressive in enforcing these provisions by imposing large...
How Much Child Support Will I Receive or Have to Pay?
The formula for calculating child support in Illinois changed in July of 2017. The old formula determined the amount of child support based upon the number of children and a percentage of take-home pay (net income) of the parent who was forced to pay support. The...
I Think My Spouse has Filed for Divorce – What Happens Next?
Whether you were served with divorce papers from a sheriff, saw a notice in the newspaper, or heard the news through a family member, finding out your spouse has filed for divorce is difficult and can be overwhelming. Don’t panic. Below is an overview of what you need...
Why is Estate Planning Important?
Estate planning is important because it allows you to simplify what happens with your property after you pass away. Putting together an estate plan can be the most important step to ensuring that the money you have worked so hard to accumulate is protected during...
Why should I agree to a prenup?
Prenups are on the arise. But for many lovebirds, they remain taboo. If your fiancé raises a premarital or prenuptial agreement, we are here to help you protect your loving marriage with a fair prenup. Generally, prenups are legal agreements entered before marriage....
Appeals: What They Are, and What They Aren’t
"I'll take it to the Supreme Court!" It is likely that you've heard some variation of this phrase, usually in the news, on TV, or at the movies. The motivation behind it is simple enough, "I believe so strongly in my case that I'll appeal it until I win or the highest...
