If you are wondering whether or not you will be able to adopt a child in Illinois, reviewing the adoption process may be helpful. In Belleville, and other parts of the state, those who wish to adopt a child should familiarize themselves with some of the different...
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Putting together a prenuptial agreeement
When two people prepare to get married, they may have a myriad of considerations, from wedding planning and their honeymoon to how marriage will change certain aspects of their lives. At Johnson & Johnson, we recognize that some couples wisely choose to protect...
Can I amend my prenup after getting married?
In Illinois, you are able to amend your prenuptial agreement after you get married, according to the Illinois General Assembly. In order to have your prenuptial agreement amended, you and your spouse will need to sign a written contract. If you live in Belleville, or...
Disabled adults and guardianship in Illinois
According to the Illinois Guardianship & Advocacy Commission, parents lose guardianship over their children once they reach the age of 18. However, in Belleville and across the state, people can obtain guardianship over an adult with a disability through the...
Grandparents raising grandchildren in Illinois
According to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, more than 100,000 grandparents take care of their grandchildren in the state on a continual basis. There are a plethora of reasons why grandparents raise grandchildren, such as the death of a...
Is my premarital agreement enforceable?
Under certain circumstances, premarital agreements are non-enforceable, according to the Illinois General Assembly. In Belleville, and across the state, premarital agreements take effect when you tie the knot. However, if it can be proven that your premarital...
Changes made to divorce, custody laws in Illinois
When it comes to divorce, parents have many legal issues to take into consideration, such as property division, child support and custody, among others. As if dealing with divorce isn't overwhelming enough for some parents in Belleville, and throughout Illinois, these...
An overview of visitation rights for grandparents
Over 220,000 children who are under 18 live with their grandparents in Illinois, according to the Illinois Department on Aging. In Belleville, and across the state, over 100,000 grandparents take care of their grandchildren. Unfortunately, some grandparents are not...
Helping clients who seek child visitation
For those who are unable to spend time with a child they love, the emotional pain they experience can be very difficult. Whether a non-custodial parent is unable to visit his or her child after a divorce or a grandparent cannot see his or her grandchild, people in...
Unmarried fathers’ legal rights
When a married couple files for divorce, they may encounter a plethora of legal hurdles, such as property division and child support. However, when an unmarried couple separates, those with children may have a number of challenges related to their children, such as...