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The Importance of Illinois Prenuptial Agreements

The prenuptial agreement. We hear about it in movies, on television, and may have signed one or know someone that signed one before entering into marriage.

When is a Divorced Uncontested?

Know whether your divorce is contested or uncontested before you hire an attorney. If you and your spouse do not agree on every issue, including ihe division of assets, amount and length of alimony and child support, your divorce is contested and you need to make sure you hire the right attorney.

New Illinois Domestic Violence Law

The Illinois legislature has recently taken critical, necessary steps to ensure the safety of women suffering from domestic violence.

For Divorced Florida Parents, Child Support Can Be a Matter of Trust

Most Florida parents realize that it is their responsibility to support their children following a divorce

Child Custody Policies Could Face Changes as Definition of “Family” Changes

In Florida and other states, the word “family” is going through some rapid changes. With those changes come necessary revisions in family law and child custody policies.

Lombard Family Law Attorney Named 2015 Super Lawyer

Lombard family law attorney Chantelle A. Porter of A. Traub & Associates has been recognized as a 2015 Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star.

Certain Provisions of the Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act Do Not Apply Retroactively

Certain Provisions of the Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act Do Not Apply Retroactively

Hiring an Attorney-What is a Retainer Fee?

What is a Retainer Fee?

How to Calculate Income of a Sole Shareholder in a Subchapter S-Corporation or a Limited Liability Company for Child Support Purposes

How to Calculate Income of a Sole Shareholder in a Subchapter S-Corporation or a Limited Liability Company for Child Support Purposes

Are Tennessee Divorce Laws Unfair to Homemakers?

Editorial published in the Tennessean newspaper April 2008

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