The actions of spouses can definitely have a detrimental effect on the finances of an individual. The divorce of former New York governor Eliot Spitzer provides some insight into the ways that a prenuptial agreement can avoid problems later. No one was really...
Month: June 2014
Demand for fathers’ rights on the rise
There has been an increase in law firms providing representation for fathers in child custody cases as the number of stay-at-home dads has risen as well. Traditionally, the rights of mothers and fathers in child custody battles have not been given equal consideration....
Halle Berry to make child support payments to her ex
Illinois movie fans may have heard that actress Halle Berry recently agreed to pay her ex-boyfriend almost $200,000 a year in child support payments. Since 2012, Berry had been fighting over custody with her ex-boyfriend, who works as a model. In that year, the...
Tax considerations during divorce
Couples in Illinois may be faced with a number of tax considerations when they pursue a divorce. In addition to changes to how a person files his or her tax return, the division of marital property might be influenced by tax exemptions and burdens. A financial advisor...