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Removing and Replacing a Guardian in Illinois By: M. Scott Gordon Most guardians who are designated by family members or appointed by the court approach their jobs with an honest desire and intent to help the child who is under their care. But there is no real training class to help someone become a good […]

Beware the Dangers of Commingling Assets By: M. Scott Gordon In theory, the task of property division in an Illinois divorce should be simple: Each party walks away from the divorce with all property they had acquired prior to the marriage along with any property they received by gift or by inheritance. Any property the […]

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 […]