Read Our Top 10 Family Law Blogs for 2022

 Posted on January 16, 2023 in Family Law

Here at Law Office of Vincent C. Machroli, P.C., we work hard every day to stay on top of all the latest developments in Illinois family law, and to ensure that our clients are accurately informed about the legal issues that may affect them. We regularly publish blogs on topics related to divorce, child custody, child support, and other legal issues that affect families, providing helpful information about Illinois law and the concerns that affect people involved in family court cases. We want to highlight the blogs that were most popular with our readers in 2022:

1. Will a Marriage Counselor Ever Suggest Divorce? - This blog looks at the approach that counselors will often take with couples who are experiencing marital problems, while also discussing how mediation can be a good solution for spouses who wish to proceed with the divorce process.

2. What Happens When Child Support Becomes Past Due in Illinois? - We look at the steps a parent can take to enforce child support orders in situations where the other parent has failed to meet their obligations.

3. How Can My Spouse's Financial Infidelity Affect Our Divorce? - There are a variety of different types of financial infidelity, and this blog looks at how these issues may affect the division of marital property, or other divorce-related issues.

4. Can Having a Separate Bank Account Protect Me in My Illinois Divorce? - We discuss the benefits of maintaining separate finances during a marriage, and how this may affect issues related to property division during a divorce.

5. How Can Asset Dissipation Affect Property Division in a Divorce? - This blog details how the use of marital assets for non-marital purposes by one spouse may affect how the financial matters are addressed during the divorce process.

6. Can I Become My Sibling's Legal Guardian in Illinois? - This blog looks at the guardianship laws in Illinois and discusses when a person may be named as the guardian of their brother or sister.

7. How Is Ownership of a Family Business Handled During a Divorce? - Family-owned businesses can often be valuable assets, and in many divorce cases, it is important for spouses to determine how to divide marital property in a way that will allow a family business to remain intact and operational. We discuss the options that spouses may have in these situations.

8. The Benefits of Adopting a Stepchild Who Has an Absent Parent - This blog looks at how a step-parent adoption can benefit a child, while also discussing the legal issues that may need to be addressed in these situations.

9. Things to Consider Before Getting Remarried to Your Ex-Spouse - We look at what ex-spouses need to know if they are thinking of reconciling with their former partner and getting married to the same person for a second time.

10. What Is the Process Followed in a Step-Parent Adoption in Illinois? - This blog details the requirements that will need to be met when a step-parent legally adopts a step-child, including the termination of one of the biological parent’s parental rights.

Contact Our Oak Park Family Law Attorney

Family law-related matters can be complicated, and it is important to have guidance from an experienced family law attorney when making decisions that will affect you and your family. At Law Office of Vincent C. Machroli, P.C., our Hillside divorce lawyer is here to help you with issues related to child support, asset division, guardianship, step-parent adoption, and more. We understand how difficult these issues can sometimes be for all involved parties, and we strive to ensure that our clients understand the applicable laws as well as the steps they can take to resolve their cases successfully. To learn more about how we can help you, contact us today at 708-449-7404 for a free consultation.