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Will the Court Throw Me in Jail for Failing to Pay My Child Support? By: M. Scott Gordon Whether by design or by circumstance, it is not uncommon for a non-custodial parent who is ordered to pay child support to fall behind on that obligation. When he or she is unable to promptly repay the […]

Divorcing Your Spouse and Your Financial Adviser By: M. Scott Gordon When you file for divorce in Chicago, it is likely that you will have many questions and concerns about finances. To be sure, dealing with property division during the divorce process can feel personal, unfair, and frustrating. Whenever finances are involved, we know that […]

Child Support Collections from Prison By: M. Scott Gordon Many single parents in Chicago are all too familiar with the frustration and difficulty of child support collections, even when the other parent resides nearby and has a steady source of income. But what happens when a parent responsible for child support is incarcerated? That is […]

Child Custody and the Holidays By: M. Scott Gordon The start of the New Year can be a stressful time for newly divorced spouses, especially when they are just beginning to grow accustomed to the routines of shared parenting. To be sure, child custody issues can feel particularly pronounced during the holiday season, a time […]