Dr. Phil: Children’s Needs during a Divorce

 Posted on April 29, 2013 in Divorce

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Orders of Protection

 Posted on April 26, 2013 in Family Law

Order of Protection is the legal term for a “restraining order,” which is a document signed by a judge that states that a specified person must stop a certain behavior and stay away from the person who asked for the order. The person who asked for the order is the petitioner and the person who is served with the order of protection is called the respondent. Filing a petition for an Order of Protection is the first step in getting an order of protection. In the petition, the petitioner must state why they are asking for the order against the defendant. Specific “incidents of abuse” are also noted in a section of the petition that describes past events that have led to a need for an Order of Protection. After consideration of the petition, the judge will choose to grant and Order of Protection or not to grant one. There are three different types of Orders of Protection that can be granted, including:

1. Emergency Order of Protection

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Divorce Alimony in Illinois

 Posted on April 22, 2013 in Alimony / Maintenance

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Legal Separation | Kane County family lawer

 Posted on April 18, 2013 in Divorce

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Michael Jordan Ready For Second Marriage

 Posted on April 14, 2013 in Divorce

Michael Jordan and his longtime girlfriend Yvette Prieto applied for a marriage license in Palm Beach, Florida. According to the license, the couple has until May 9 to get married. The basketball legend has been married once before. He got married in 1989 to Juanita Vanoy but they divorced in 2006. During the marriage, the couple had two sons and a daughter. However, Jordan cannot celebrate completely. He is currently fighting a paternity suit from a woman named Pamela Smith. She claims that Jordan is the father of her 16-year-old son. According to this article from ABC Chicago, this claim was made once before and it was “conclusively established” that Jordan is not the father. His lawyer wrote in a statement to the Associated Press that “Public records show that the paternity of the child was established in a prior case in this same court many years ago and that Michael Jordan is not the father. He also filed a counterclaim seeking sanctions for the false claims made against him.” Smith divorced from her husband in 2003. The divorce document claims that the marriage produced one child, and Smith signed this to be true. Jordan’s lawyer cited this document in his statement, also writing that “It is unfortunate that well-known figures are the target of these kinds of claims. Michael Jordan will vigorously defend himself and his reputation.” Michael Jordan played on the Chicago Bulls from 1984-1993, and again from 1995-1999. During this time he led them to six NBA championships. He is also the majority owner and head of basketball operations for the Charlotte Bobcats. Family law covers many different areas—from marriage and divorce to child custody and paternity suits. If you’re currently dealing with any family law aspect, our Kane County law firm can help. Contact us today to speak with a lawyer.

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Common Mistakes in a Divorce

 Posted on April 11, 2013 in Divorce

There are many professionals who deal with the process of divorce, and who are interested in helping during the transition. Therapists try to deal with the emotional aspects of a divorce. Financial advisers and accountants try to deal with the implications of the division of property. Lawyers can help you with the whole process on a more general level, and make sure that all aspects of a divorce are done according to the law. Having support is important, but there are more steps you can take to stop some of the common mistakes during divorce.

One common mistake of people who are thinking of divorcing their spouse is being too rash. Just like you wouldn't buy something major without shopping around, you also shouldn't rush into filing for divorce.  The decision to divorce can be ruled by emotions, but it should be a well thought out decision.

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Is Joint-Custody Best for Your Family?

 Posted on April 08, 2013 in Divorce

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The Pitfalls of Prenups

 Posted on April 05, 2013 in Divorce

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Should Same-Sex Marriages Be Allowed the Same Federal Benefits?

 Posted on March 31, 2013 in Family Law

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Micheal Jordan to Wed again with Stipulations

 Posted on March 27, 2013 in Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

According to a report by News One, NBA icon Michael Jordan is ready to tie the knot again. He recently sent out wedding invitations for his April 27th wedding to fiancée Yvette Prieto. The invitation came with stipulations and so does the marriage itself. Guests who received the invitations also received a card that asked that they do not speak with any member of the media and that they do not divulge details of the ceremony to anyone. They are also asked to leave their cameras and phones at home because they do not want any photos taken or info sent out over social media outlets. In 2006, Michael divorced his then wife Juanita Vanoy Jordan who walked away with a $168 million settlement, the house and the kids. He apparently has asked that his new wife to be to sign a prenuptial agreement that protect him from losing his shirt in case the marriage to his 33 year old girlfriend doesn’t work out. The prenup states that they will both retain any assets that they bring into the marriage. It also states that in the event of a divorce, Prieto will walk away with a generous $1 million for every year she spends in the marriage. In addition, if the marriage lasts over 10 years, she will be given an even more generous $5 million settlement for every year of marriage to Jordan. Sources state that Prieto was reported as saying that she feels very good about her relationship with Jordan. They have reportedly been together since 2009. If you are contemplating marriage and are bringing a large amount of assets into the marriage, the smart thing to do is to have a qualified Illinois divorce attorney assist you in drafting a prenuptial agreement that will protect your finances in the case of a divorce.

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