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Legal Issues

The Difference Between Collaborative Law And Litigated Divorce

Karen Covy, a divorce lawyer in Chicago, answers: Collaborative law is an alternative dispute resolution process through which you, your spouse, and your two attorneys try to settle all of the issues in your divorce by working together rather than fighting each other in court. You and your spouse hire attorneys who are trained in […]

What Pitfalls Should I Watch Out For When Just Starting My Divorce?

After making such a difficult decision, it is important to seek an experienced attorney specializing in divorce. Making the right choice can impact the rest of your life. As an attorney, I clearly explain the legal process to my clients, help them to navigate an often confusing system, and negotiate the best possible outcome with […]

A Prenuptial Agreement Doesn’t Sound Very Romantic

I am getting married for the second time. Both of us have children from our first marriages and we will be living in my house after we’re married. Do we need a prenuptial agreement? It doesn’t sound very romantic.

What If I Don’t Agree With The Judge’s Ruling?

Karen Covy, a divorce lawyer in Chicago, answers: If you don’t agree with a ruling the judge makes in the middle of your case (for example, a ruling on some sort of preliminary motion, or a motion for temporary support, or a motion regarding discovery), then you are probably going to have to live with […]

Is Going To Divorce Court The Only Way To Get Your Fair Share?

Karen Covy, a divorce lawyer in Chicago, answers: No. Going to court ensures nothing other than the fact that a judge – who doesn’t know you or your children, and will only be able to consider the facts that are admitted as evidence in court – will decide your case. Going to court generally takes […]

Do Mediators Provide Legal Advice For Divorcing People?

Brian James, a divorce mediator in Chicago, answers: No. Regardless of the situation, no mediator should give legal advice during the mediation process to either party. The mediator’s job is to make sure that the agreements reached in mediation are equitable for both parties. Legal advice is something an attorney can bring to the mediation […]

How Can I Help My Lawyer Work With My Divorce Mediator?

Brian James, a divorce mediator in Chicago, answers: Make sure your lawyer and the divorce mediator are on the same page as to what is going on in the mediation process. Though the mediator and your attorney have different roles in the mediation process, it is better for everyone if they are on the same […]

What Is The Process Of Collaborative Divorce?

John J. Gilligan, a family lawyer in Long Beach, answers: A collaborative divorce is when both parties and their respective attorneys sign an agreement stating that no matter what happens during the course of the divorce, no court actions will be filed. It involves employing a team of non-lawyers, if necessary, such as mental health […]

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