Successful mediation requires careful planning According to the Huffington Post, couples in Illinois and throughout the country who wish to substitute a successful mediation for a messy divorce should come to the table prepared. But before they assemble any documents, they should plan for a successful mediation by doing two important things: ensure that the…
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U.S. Appeals Court orders return of boy from Ireland to Illinois
U.S. Appeals Court orders return of boy from Ireland to Illinois A U.S. appellate court ruled Oct. 8 that the 6-year-old son of an Illinois woman must be returned to her from Ireland pending the outcome of further family court deliberations. In an ongoing custody battle between the parents, a lower U.S. court had ruled…
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Illinois warrant issued for former board of trade chairman
Illinois warrant issued for former board of trade chairman A former chairman of the Chicago Board of Trade has fled to Italy or Switzerland, in what appears to be an attempt to avoid alimony and child support payments. When reached on his cell phone, the man admits that he is in Europe and stated, "I…
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Avoiding litigation with a negotiated divorce
Avoiding litigation with a negotiated divorce Not all Illinois residents who divorce need to go through long and often complicated litigation proceedings. Anegotiated divorce can often be less expensive and quicker and may help people protect their privacy. With a collaborative divorce, a couple makes the choice to stay out of court and resolve their…
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