Dealing with a failing marriage may lead you to seek a divorce. While some divorce proceedings proceed forward with little conflict, others can become contentious. Some of the most polarizing issues Rockford couples face as they divorce have to do with children. Some of the most well-intentioned...
January Typically Sees an Uptick in Divorce Filings and Inquiries The month of January typically comes with a 30 percent increase in divorce filings. Why is this the case? The combination of aiming to avoid the divorce process during the holiday season and an intent to start fresh during the new...
The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused United States divorce rates to substantially rise. The trend could continue during the second half of this year, with predictions of a 10-15 percent increase in divorce rates. In a world free of COVID-19, relationship counselors typically report that...
According to Illinois law, before a divorce (dissolution of marriage) can be entered by the court, a couple must live separate and apart for a minimum of six months. Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act “The court shall enter a judgement of dissolution of marriage…If the parties live...
The coronavirus pandemic has proved a stressor on many facets of life, with marriages nationwide being no exception. According to a report by Legal Templates, March to June saw a 34 percent uptick in the number of individuals seeking divorce. The report states, “Thirty-one percent of the couples...
MISTAKES PEOPLE MAKE WITH STEPPARENT ADOPTION On behalf of Law Office of Bradley R. Tengler, P.C. posted in Adoption on Monday, March 5, 2018. Stepparent adoption can be a great move in many cases. It legalizes the relationship between a parent and a child, and legalization can be especially...