by h3ctor | Nov 17, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law, Mark Schondorf, Northbrook Attorney
Property sharing in divorce is a tricky issue. In marriages, it is sometimes not always clear who owns what. Asides from marital property, personal property, inherited assets, and retirement funds may come into play. Dividing properties does not happen based on a...
by h3ctor | Oct 25, 2022 | Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Family Law, Mark Schondorf, Northbrook Attorney
The divorce process is very complicated, but one of the most complex parts of it is the issue of child custody. Child custody is the legal term referring to who takes care of your children during and after the divorce process. In Illinois, state law has provisions...
by h3ctor | Sep 18, 2022 | Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Mark Schondorf, Northbrook Attorney
Divorces can be quite emotionally distressing. Asides from the strain on your family, it can also be an expensive and complicated legal process to go through. However, if you and your partner can decide to work through things in an uncontested divorce, the process is...
by h3ctor | Sep 4, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law, Mark Schondorf, Northbrook Attorney
We know that having to give testimony in a divorce case can be a complicated and emotionally challenging experience. In this post, we share the most vital tips to help you get through it with grace and poise. Tips for Giving Your Divorce Testimony Be ready to be...
by h3ctor | Mar 24, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law, Mark Schondorf
If you haven’t thought about it yet, having a pre-divorce is the first step to take when separation is sure. Here at Hecht Schondorf, we are passionate about minimizing the impact of divorce separation on family members. Keeping the impending split in focus, plan by...
by h3ctor | Mar 17, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law, Mark Schondorf
Different states have laws peculiar to them regarding property division between spouses in a divorce. In Illinois, equitable distribution is practiced, and we adhere to the principle stated in the equitable distribution statute. 750 ILCS 5/503 (d), Which says,”...
