If you’re getting ready to end your marriage, there are two common options that may help it be less contested. Both cooperative divorce and collaborative divorce can be helpful, but they are two different things. Understanding these differences and their impacts is critical to protecting your legal rights during a divorce. At Kulerski & Cornelison,…
Collaborative divorce can be a great way to resolve differences as your marriage is ending, but what if it ultimately fails? Knowing what to do next in your Illinois divorce is critical to protecting your legal rights and those of any children. Knowing what steps to take next can be incredibly helpful. At Kulerski &…
Divorce mediation lets you control how things end and get resolved. Everything might get decided in a mediation if you both agree. In other situations, you might agree on some issues but need to litigate others. Knowing what gets decided in an Illinois divorce mediation can help you plan for the future and seek to…
Many couples think that literally every asset and divorce is split perfectly equally during an Illinois divorce. While equal is the general starting point, not everything is divided equally in ever instance. Instead, Illinois focuses on the equitable distribution of assets and debts. This is based on fairness rather than a strict equalization. Knowing how…
Collaborative divorce can be an extremely popular option for couples who want a divorce, but want to do it amicably. Collaborative divorce avoids airing your private affairs in public and creates a culture of respect rather than conflict. Spouses work together with trained professionals to reach a settlement. Knowing what to expect can help you…
When you can cooperate in the end of your marriage, it takes a lot less time. In DuPage County, an uncontested divorce could happen in a matter of months, rather than taking over a year like with a contested divorce. You still have to follow specific timelines and procedures, but cooperation can save you money…
Divorce can be stressful and costly. Litigation makes that even more so. Most families and divorcing couples will benefit if they can resolve their differences outside of court, before ever starting the divorce process. It helps protect your privacy, your mental health, and your children if you have them. At Kulerski & Cornelison, our team…
A prenuptial agreement can be an awkward topic, but it is one of the most effective tools for protecting your financial future. A valid prenup can protect preexisting assets, businesses, inheritances, and much more from becoming marital property. If you’re planning a wedding here in Illinois, you should both consider a prenup to protect yourselves. …
Spousal support is often one of the most contested parts of an Illinois divorce. If you think you should be getting support as part of your divorce, or that you might have to pay it, you want a skilled Oak Brook attorney in your corner. Finding the right spousal support attorney means finding someone who…
During an Illinois divorce, there will likely be multiple status hearings. These shorter court hearings can be confusing for spouses who aren’t sure if these are a good thing or not. Really, they’re pretty neutral, but they are ultimately helpful. They help understand how the case is progressing and what still needs to occur to…
