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How to Get Your Co-parenting Plan in Writing in a Bloomington Divorce
Divorce involving children often leads to both parents obtaining some measure of custody over their kids. In these situations, divorced parents need to develop a mutually agreeable co-parenting plan that serves to protect the best interests of their children. If you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are on amicable terms prior to initiating divorce proceedings, you may be able to reach a mutual agreement about how you will handle parenting your children. While this may streamline the divorce mediation process, you cannot rely on oral agreement alone. It’s best to get your co-parenting plan in writing. During divorce mediation, you will
Acceptable Grounds for Filing for Divorce in Bloomington, IL
Every state has different rules when it comes to filing for divorce. While some states require a spouse filing for divorce to prove some type of wrongdoing or fault their spouse committed to qualify for divorce, most states have adopted no-fault rules that allow couples to divorce for irreconcilable differences. In Illinois, it’s possible to file for divorce either by citing a specific fault your spouse committed or by citing irreconcilable differences. A no-fault divorce essentially allows a couple to divorce without airing their dirty laundry in court. You will not need to prove that your spouse engaged in any
Divorcing your mentally-ill spouse
On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Thursday, June 18, 2020. When you said your marriage vows, you meant them. It was “for better or worse, in sickness and in health and until death do you part” all the way. But you never dreamed that your spouse’s mental health would become such an issue. Should you seek a divorce? It’s a tough question. Mental illness is such a broad term that it can encompass everything from a relatively minor spell of situational depression to a serious break with reality and uncontrolled psychosis. Approximately 5% of the adults in this country are suffering
What exactly does child support cover?
On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in child support on Friday, June 5, 2020. Child support is supposed to cover a parent’s many obligations and expenses, including basic necessities such as medical care, education, childcare, transportation, entertainment, extracurricular activities and college costs. Also included under the umbrella of basic necessities are food, clothing and shelter. Most jurisdictions require separated or divorced parents to provide health insurance for their children. Illinois judges may order the parent with the better plan to continue carrying the coverage. Extraordinary medical expenses that medical insurance doesn’t cover are often an expense that falls under child support. A child
Why has divorce become so common?
On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Filing for divorce in the United States has become more common than ever. This is the case for many reasons, but it does not mean that all couples will inevitably file for a divorce. All couples do go through difficult times in their marriage, however. While previous generations had limited options and tended to stay in their relationship regardless of how they felt about their spouse, couples today feel more empowered to seek independence and happiness for themselves. The following are some of the most common reasons why divorces
How do you get a divorce in Illinois?
On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, May 22, 2020. Getting a divorce is already fraught with anxiety. Learning more about the actual process of dissolving your marriage in Illinois can make it easier to understand what’s happening — and what needs to happen next — before you can proceed. Let’s talk about some of the basics. Can you get a “no-fault” divorce in Illinois? Yes. Like other states, Illinois has a “no-fault” option. If you’ve separated from your spouse for at least two years or you assert that there’s been an irretrievable breakdown in
