Many of our clients and readers have questions about the second round of stimulus checks and child support and how or if the money will be divided between co-parents. Important Note: We are not tax professionals. For tax questions related to how the second round of stimulus checks will affect you, please consult with your tax professional. When will I get my check? The … [Read more...] about Second Stimulus Checks and Child Support
Amy Coney Barrett and LGBTQ Family Law Implications
This week the United States Senate confirmed Amy Coney Barrett to the highest court in the land to solidify the Court's conservative majority. While the current state of LGBTQ marriage law appears stable, estate planning and family lawyers will experience an increase in need for the following to protect the financial security of same-sex spouses: Wills Living … [Read more...] about Amy Coney Barrett and LGBTQ Family Law Implications
Do you have ongoing COVID-19 custody problems in your family?
Visitation, Exchanges, and Withholding Parenting Time Issues due to COVID-19 Is your child's other parent withholding your child from you due to the novel coronavirus? The pandemic is not an acceptable reason to alter a parenting time agreement and your visitation and exchange schedule with your child should not be altered without the agreement of both parties. If you, … [Read more...] about Do you have ongoing COVID-19 custody problems in your family?
Will school closures affect your custody and visitation?
Governor Pritzker of Illinois has closed Illinois schools for in-person classes for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. This school closure follow's Pritzker's order to shelter at home, which specifically allowed for visitation exchanges between homes as part of essential travel. The same rules apply in the State of Wisconsin, where Governor Evers' shelter-in-place … [Read more...] about Will school closures affect your custody and visitation?
Coparenting in Quarantine – Your Parenting Plan Didn’t Plan for a Pandemic
When you drafted and agreed to your Parenting Plan, you never imagined it being tested in ways we're experiencing now under the Illinois shelter-in-place guidelines. You may find yourself arguing about whether the Governor banned all travel, or whether your child's school district's switch to e-learning now makes this "summer break" and changes your schedule. Your kids are … [Read more...] about Coparenting in Quarantine – Your Parenting Plan Didn’t Plan for a Pandemic
Tackling your spring cleaning while you’re home? Let’s clean up your Estate Plan.
With so many of us homebound due to the social distancing measures put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, many people are taking the opportunity to tackle their spring cleaning lists (we like Martha Stewart's checklist!) or other projects around the home. We have one more catch-up task to add to your list - your estate plan. Formalizing a will or trust, powers of … [Read more...] about Tackling your spring cleaning while you’re home? Let’s clean up your Estate Plan.
How will Illinois court closings affect my case?
In an attempt to slow the spread of COVID-19/coronavirus, many circuit courts such as Winnebago County have announced that they will be postponing non-emergency court dates for the foreseeable future. If you are a Pro Legal Care LLC client, Attorney Zach Townsend and our staff have been communicating directly with you regarding how this pertains to your individual case. … [Read more...] about How will Illinois court closings affect my case?
Divorce and the Holidays: How can you help your kids through it?
How has your child's routine changed since the divorce? If your divorce or separation is recent, this may be the first Christmas your children have faced since their lives were disrupted. Keep in mind how much the holiday season may amplify those changes in routine and schedule. If you have already worked out your Parenting Plan, the question of who is spending time … [Read more...] about Divorce and the Holidays: How can you help your kids through it?
Could Alimony Tax Law Changes Impact Your Divorce?
Family law is governed by the laws of the state, as a general rule, but there are some occasions where federal law applies. In Illinois, family law lawyers usually turn to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act for guidance. One exception is in the Federal Tax Code, which normally allowed for tax deductions for alimony payments, but it appears that will soon … [Read more...] about Could Alimony Tax Law Changes Impact Your Divorce?
Who gets the rings in the divorce? What about the Instant Pot?
Black Friday brings millions of dollars of new gifts into homes across the Unites Sates. Many of those gifts are purchased for a significant other, fiance, or spouse. Christmas is also a very popular time of year for engagements. Ever wondered "who gets the rings in the divorce?" Engagement Rings and Wedding Rings In the Case of a Broken Engagement If a … [Read more...] about Who gets the rings in the divorce? What about the Instant Pot?
