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Nov 5, 2013
Illinois House Approves Gay Marriage Bill
On Tuesday afternoon, the Illinois House voted 61-54, narrowly surpassing the required 60 vote threshold...
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IICLE Family Law Flash Points - November 2013
1. Supreme Court rules advance payment retainers subject to disgorgement…
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The “Without Prejudice” Order
When is a “without prejudice” order really without prejudice? In my experience, rarely.
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Child Adoption or Abduction?
On Monday, a Greek couple was remanded into custody after being accused of abducting a child they call ‘Maria.&#x…
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The Supreme Court Clarifies Rules on Disgorgement for Interim Attorney Fees and Rejects the Use of Advance Payment Retainers in Dissolution Actions
In In re Marriage of Earlywine, 2013 IL 114779, the Illinois Supreme Court recently addressed whether the...
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Children of Divorced Parents Can Sue for College Expenses
In Illinois the Court’s generally assume parents will adequately represent their children’s interests. How…
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Disposition of Frozen Embryos is Governed by Contract
Although the Illinois Supreme Court accepts only 4% of the Petitions for Leave to Appeal filed by parties...
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IICLE Family Law Flash Points - October 2013
1. Custodial parent ordered to pay child support to noncustodial parent.…
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Many Family Types, One Goal: Children’s Best Interest in Custody Agreements
Although Ryan Jurica’s initial divorce filing is loaded with inflammatory allegations, My Fair Wedding host,…
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Modifying Custody Post-Judgment: A Two-Step Analysis
Before any parent signs on the dotted line to their custody agreement, they should understand each and...
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Workers’ Compensation Settlement is Income for Child Support
Most couples will have to alter their child support arrangement at least once at some point after their divorce due...
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Special Considerations When Marrying a Non-U.S. Resident
When an American citizen marries a non-U.S. resident, special focus must be given to the obligations upon the...
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How to Protect Your Business in Case of Divorce
When you own a business, you think about protecting it from theft and natural disasters, take out insurance...
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C Suite Divorces
Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly’s recent divorce received publicity this week. According to his SEC filing he...
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Adultery in Divorce Cases
The issue of adultery arises in many divorce cases. Sometimes, there has been a history of adulterous relationships...
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