Why has divorce become so common?

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Filing for divorce in the United States has become more common than ever. This is the case for many reasons, but it does not mean that all couples will inevitably file for a divorce. All couples do go through difficult times in their marriage, however. While previous generations had limited options and tended to stay in their relationship regardless of how they felt about their spouse, couples today feel more empowered to seek independence and happiness for themselves. The following are some of the most common reasons why divorces

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How do you get a divorce in Illinois?

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, May 22, 2020. Getting a divorce is already fraught with anxiety. Learning more about the actual process of dissolving your marriage in Illinois can make it easier to understand what’s happening — and what needs to happen next — before you can proceed. Let’s talk about some of the basics. Can you get a “no-fault” divorce in Illinois? Yes. Like other states, Illinois has a “no-fault” option. If you’ve separated from your spouse for at least two years or you assert that there’s been an irretrievable breakdown in

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The first step to gaining custody as a father

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in fathers’ rights on Friday, May 8, 2020. If you are the father of a child and you want to gain custody, you will have a high chance of being able to do so. Child custody courts always make decisions that are in the best interests of the child involved. They encourage both parents to have a strong relationship with their child, and they would only deny a parent visitation rights if it’s believed that the parent poses a risk to the child. Before filing for custody as a father, you will

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To keep your divorce private, mediate. Don’t litigate

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce mediation on Friday, April 24, 2020. Choosing to mediate your Illinois divorce is often the sanest option available. Especially if the two of you share minor children, mediating rather than litigating the divorce can allow you to preserve a civil parenting relationship with your ex. The two of you obviously have disagreements, otherwise, there would be no need to divorce. But a protracted divorce battle will only further decimate your already fractured relationship. Agreeing to disagree on some matters but remaining willing to civilly mediate the issues that are central

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How to live with your spouse when you can’t stand each other

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Your marriage is definitely over — but you and your spouse are currently stuck living together. Economic and physical concerns, along with worries about leaving the children, can keep couples living together uncomfortably long after a marriage sours. You may hope to one day have a much more balanced or friendly relationship with your spouse — but that’s not where you’re at today. How do you cope when you and your spouse clearly don’t get along but are stuck living together for the foreseeable future?

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Can your ex just ‘take the kids’ away from you?

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in child custody on Friday, March 27, 2020. One of the most devastating and gut-wrenching threats one parent can hurl at another is the statement, “I’ll take the kids, and you’ll never see them!” If your spouse has just threatened you with these words or anything similar, take a deep breath and a big step back. Your spouse doesn’t have all of the control in this situation. The courts are primarily concerned with doing whatever is best for the children in this situation — which usually means having both parents around. Your

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