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The Problem of Domestic Violence

Domestic violenceBy Drendel & JansonsOctober 1, 2014Leave a comment

“Cases of Hope Solo, Ray Rice spotlight domestic violence stereotypes” reads the headline. “Domestic Violence and Celebrities -It Affects All of Us” reads another headline. Domestic violence is not just a problem in the NFL or for high profile celebrities. The problem of domestic violence problem is societal. If you are a victim of domestic…

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Ten Quick Tips about Divorce

DivorceBy Drendel & JansonsSeptember 16, 201411 Comments

Roughly half of all marriages end in divorce. If divorce seems like a real possibility for your marriage, for whatever reason, do some research and ready yourself by learning what to expect. Find an attorney who is experienced and is a “good fit” for you. In the meantime, here are ten quick tips about divorce in…

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Counting the Cost in Child Custody Disputes

Child Custody, Custody, DivorceBy Drendel & JansonsSeptember 8, 2014Leave a comment

Divorce is a difficult experience. It is most difficult when minor children are involved and custody is disputed.  If the parents cannot find a way to reach an agreement on the terms of custody and visitation, going to court is the only way to a resolution. In a previous blog article explaining the potential players…

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New Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) Rules

Divorce, Law Update, Spousal MaintenanceBy Drendel & JansonsAugust 29, 2014225 Comments

On August 15, 2014, Governor Quinn signed into law new spousal maintenance (alimony) rules that drastically change how maintenance (formerly known as alimony) is determined in Illinois.  While the new law first becomes effective January 1, 2015, the changes will need to be addressed immediately in pending divorce and post-divorce cases across the state. The…

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Estate Planning for Second Marriages

Estate PlanningBy Drendel & JansonsAugust 26, 20141 Comment

When people are in love, they are not usually preoccupied with death; they are focused on living. Second marriage situations, however, present issues that should be discussed and addressed, especially when there are children from a first marriage. Whether the second marriage follows a divorce or the death of a spouse, careful consideration of estate…

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The Players in a Child Custody Dispute

Custody, DivorceBy Drendel & JansonsAugust 5, 20141 Comment

Anyone facing the prospect of divorce with minor children involved should understand the landscape before venturing forth. Unless divorcing parents can work out the details of child custody and visitation together amicably by agreement, child custody litigation is the only way to a resolution. Child custody litigation involves more people than you might realize. Following is the line…

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3 Ingredients for an Agreed, Uncontested Divorce

Blog, Divorce, Family LawBy Drendel & JansonsJuly 15, 20141 Comment

Most people have known someone who has been through a “nasty divorce”. It may seem like there is no other kind of divorce, but there is. An agreed, uncontested divorce can be accomplished in the right circumstances, with the right parties and the right attorney or attorneys. If you or someone you know is facing…

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Get Help to Stop Domestic Violence

Domestic violenceBy Drendel & JansonsJune 30, 2014Leave a comment

Violence is a problem in our society in spite of many years of concerted efforts to stop it. Most of the violence committed in our communities goes unseen. It happens in the home between members of the same family. Child abuse and spousal abuse in the home occur more frequently than the average person knows. Victims…

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Good Parent/Bad Parent: When One Parent Dies

Children, Custody, Family Law, GuardianshipBy Drendel & JansonsJune 3, 201410 Comments

A good parent’s worst nightmare might be dying and leaving the children to an absent, neglectful or even abusive parent. The saying goes, “You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink”.  The same can be said of some parents.  The biology of becoming a parent is easy, but biology does not make…

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Money, Marriage & Divorce

Divorce, Family LawBy Drendel & JansonsMay 30, 2014Leave a comment

One of the primary sources of conflict in marriage is money. Two people who are used to controlling and managing their own spending decisions do not always see eye to eye.  It takes some real effort to learn to trust each other and to find the balance and compromise. One spouse may be overly controlling.…

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