Mediation companies often claim to be a low cost alternative to seeking legal representation in a divorce. The mediation process typically starts by having you and your spouse write down your individual goals regarding property division, child custody or support, and spousal maintenance. You and your spouse will likely be asked to provide an accounting… Read More »
Telling Your Spouse You Want a Divorce Without Losing it All
Although no fault implies that no one is to blame for the breakup of a marriage, the emotional turmoil of a divorce often causes one partner to concede their fair share of the marital assets if they are the one leaving the relationship. The spouse who initiates a divorce may have hopes of ending the… Read More »
Helping Children Deal With Divorce
Studies underscore just how important a role a father plays in the life of a child following a divorce or separation. Some research suggests that children can suffer anxiety, poor grades, low self-esteem and anger when a father and child do not maintain a significant relationship. Even under the best circumstances, divorce or separation can… Read More »
More Millennials Securing Prenuptial Agreements Before Marriage
More millennial’s are seeking prenuptial agreements before marrying or post nuptial agreements after the fact to exercise more control over how their financial affairs will be handled in the event of a divorce. What is a prenuptial agreement? Prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements are contracts that allow couples to basically opt out of their states laws… Read More »
Signs of Domestic Violence & Abuse
When it comes to domestic violence, women are victimized the most. Victims of violence and abuse are often in denial or just hope things will get better only to be victimized again. It is important to recognize the typical tactics of an abuser to determine if you may be a victim of an abuse: Isolating… Read More »
Illinois Child Custody When a Child’s Well-Being is a Concern
Following a divorce, most parents hope to continue to have regular contact with their children, but under some circumstances a parent may have visitation restricted making it more difficult to have an ongoing relationship with a child. There are a number of reasons why visitation may be restricted as the court attempts to act in… Read More »
Relocating With Children Following Divorce
Sometimes moving is necessary when a divorced parent (or their new spouse) secures employment or for other reasons such as being closer to extended family to provide or get support. In situations of shared parenting, it is, of course, always better for divorced parents to stay within a reasonable driving distance to the children, but… Read More »
Ron Recognized AIOFLA’S 10 Best in Illinois For Client Satisfaction
The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Illinois’s Family Law Attorney Ronald L. Bell as Two Years 10 Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of the Top 10 Family Law… Read More »
Divorce Planning – Mediation, Collaborative, or Litigation?
The decision to divorce is never easy. Many who have been through the divorce planning process often say that preparation is key. Getting ready to divorce ahead of time will give you some control over the process, making it easier for you to move forward. One of the first questions you may ask is “What… Read More »
Lawyers of Distinction Award
The Lawyers of Distinction is pleased to announce that Attorney Ronald L. Bell of Libertyville, Illinois has been certified as a member. Lawyers of distinction represent no more than 10 percent of all attorneys in the state of Illinois based upon a thorough evaluation of an attorney’s qualifications, license, reputation, experience, and disciplinary history. Only… Read More »
