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What Should a Prenuptial Contract Include?

There are countless misconceptions surrounding prenuptial contracts. Many people believe that suggesting a prenuptial contract is a sign of a lack of faith in an upcoming marriage, and some may feel as though signing a prenuptial contract is essentially a precursor to a future divorce. The reality is that prenuptial contracts provide many advantages to marrying couples, including greater financial security and protection from each other’s debts. Prenuptial contracts are precious for individuals who control great wealth and numerous assets, as well as those who have financial commitments from previous marriages. If you are preparing to marry in the Midwest

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Understanding Common-Law Marriage

Common-law marriage happens when specific requirements are met. Once these requirements are met, two people become married according to the state without filing for a marriage certificate or a formal ceremony. They also get to enjoy all the benefits of being married, such as tax breaks. Although common-law marriage has been around for a long time, the process has many popular misconceptions. One of the most popular is that you are common-law married if you live with your partner for seven years. This is not the case. There is no set timeframe in which you have to live with another

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Domestic Violence 101: Everything You Need to Know

Domestic violence is never called for and never appropriate. Despite this, thousands of people find themselves in situations of domestic violence every year, without any idea of what to do. Because domestic violence can look many different ways, it can be challenging to identify, especially as the victim. What’s more, most victims of domestic violence know and love their abusers, and it can be painful and confusing to admit that their behavior is harmful. In some situations, the violence is overt and obvious, but victims are frightened and unable to take action. In other cases, the behavior is subtle and

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Is a Prenuptial Agreement Right for You?

For most couples, marriage is an exciting time in their relationship. Amidst the wedding planning and preparation, few couples want to think about their marriage ending. While no one gets married for the purpose of getting divorced, it is still important to think about what might happen if one of you decides that the marriage is no longer the right fit. For some people, a simple division of assets would be sufficient in the event of a divorce. However, for others, a divorce would strip them of many of their assets, benefits, and even inheritances. If you are headed down

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Is My Prenuptial Contract Enforceable?

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

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Understanding Equitable Division in Illinois

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

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Developing a Prenuptial Agreement in the Midwest

Many people in the United States hold only a partial understanding of what a prenuptial agreement is, the purpose of such a contract, and the benefits of drafting one. The basic function of a prenuptial agreement is to lay out each marrying spouse’s rights and responsibilities within their upcoming marriage. While some believe that suggesting a prenuptial contract indicates a lack of faith that the marriage will work, the reality is much different. Drafting a prenuptial agreement can provide a betrothed couple in the Midwest with an additional layer of security and peace of mind as they prepare for their

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Determining child custody during the holiday season13

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Parents involved in a divorce worry about how it will affect their children, especially when it comes to child custody. Some of the specific concerns divorcing parents in Saint Louis County experience include: Will my divorce damage my children mentally and emotionally?How can I know what custody arrangements are best for my kids?Will my past mistakes affect my child custody rights?What if my spouse tries to take our children away from me?We know that you might not trust the court enough to make important

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