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Who pays for your kids’ healthcare?

August 4, 2019

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in child support on Sunday, August 4, 2019. While going through a divorce in Bloomington, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse may disagree over many things; one of the few topics that you both can typically agree upon, however, is the importance of seeing to your kids’ needs. Yet even that can lead to discord when issues such as who should be responsible for covering the children’s healthcare costs come up. If your kids were covered under yours (or your ex-spouse’s) group health plan during the marriage, then the expectation will likely be that

Choosing a mediation style

July 21, 2019

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce mediation on Sunday, July 21, 2019. When it comes to alternative dispute resolution, mediation is a standard divorce method used in Illinois. During this process, an unbiased third party, trained in mediation, helps opposing parties negotiate settlements. At Stange Law Firm, PC, we often help clients find a mediator to help them achieve the most positive outcome. According to Harvard Law School, mediators follow different approaches depending on the type of conflict. Understanding the types of mediation and styles can help you select the professional that fits your needs best.

How can I be a better father?

July 7, 2019

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in fathers’ rights on Sunday, July 7, 2019. Being a good dad is more important than ever after a divorce. Many fathers struggle during this period, and as a result, they have concerns that they’re not maintaining a strong enough relationship with their kids. Very Well Family offers the following tips in this case, which can help fathers navigate the post-divorce period with aplomb. Divorce is a huge life change for all involved. While it’s sometimes impossible to do so, it’s best for fathers to stay as close to possible to their

Does child custody really work?

June 15, 2019

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in child custody on Saturday, June 15, 2019. Getting divorced from your spouse in Illinois may leave you facing some unique challenges that must be carefully navigated to allow you to make effective long-term decisions that will better your life. One complicated factor you may be dealing with is child custody and establishing boundaries between you and your ex that still allow your children to benefit from a healthy relationship with both of their parents. While the idea of a functional Chicago, IL child custody agreement may seem far-fetched at first, there

Woman prepares to take custody case to Supreme Court

June 10, 2019

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in child custody on Monday, June 10, 2019. Any standard child custody case in Bloomington can be rife with complexities. Throw in the matter of jurisdiction, and a matter can suddenly become a case study in reviewing legal precedents. One can only imagine how much more complicated a case can become when questions of jurisdiction (or even “home state” affiliation) cross international boundaries. Suddenly, what may have been a case of a parent simply taking their children back to their home countries can become an international abduction that requires not only the

How do you have a friendly divorce?

May 24, 2019

On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in divorce on Friday, May 24, 2019. Couples seeking divorce in Illinois are almost sure to face some emotional challenges. If the divorce becomes contentious, that makes the proceedings much harder, both mentally and financially. An article in Psychology Today provides some tips for a collaborative divorce. One suggestion is to look at the divorce as a gradual process, instead of one single event. Do not wait until after the settlement agreement is signed to start seeking emotional closure. Begin accepting that the relationship has ended well ahead of settlement negotiations. This

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