Multi-State Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

Many people living throughout the Midwestern United States hold misconceptions about prenuptial contracts and their intended purpose. In fact, some may even believe that a prenuptial contract is only a contingency plan when someone has little faith that a marriage will last. However, the true purpose of a prenuptial contract is to make each marrying spouse’s rights and responsibilities clear before the marriage begins in earnest. Creating a prenuptial contract can often help a couple improve their communication prior to marrying. It is true that the process of developing a prenuptial contract can be uncomfortable in some ways. However, many

Divorce is usually a complex and stressful process, even when divorcing spouses agree about most aspects of the process. Many factors can complicate divorce proceedings, from bitterly contested child custody issues to disagreements about alimony or spousal support. One of the most contentious factors in most divorce cases is property division. It’s crucial for anyone preparing for divorce to understand the most important facets of the dissolution process, including the division of marital property. Every state has different laws regarding property division in divorce, and Illinois upholds an equitable distribution law. What Is Equitable Distribution? As the name suggests, the