Multi-State Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

Planning to file for divorce? Do these things now On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Divorce on Monday, February 8, 2016. After months or even years of toiling over whether or not you should divorce a spouse, you’re likely to feel a certain amount of relief when you finally make the decision to file for divorce. While finally breaking free from an unhappy, unfulfilling or abusive marriage is certainly a reason to celebrate; once a soon-to-be ex-spouse learns of a divorce filing things will never be the same and can escalate quickly. It’s important, therefore, to take

Ready to explore adoption? Why you need to hire an attorney On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in family law on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. Every child deserves to grow up in a loving and supportive home. Unfortunately, some children are born into difficult economic, familial and social situations and may subsequently be placed into foster care or an orphanage. For children who are eligible, adoption provides the opportunity to obtain much-needed stability in their lives and to become a cherished member of a loving family. For a variety of reasons, residents in and around the Springfield area

Learning to set boundaries during the divorce process On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Divorce on Monday, January 25, 2016. Whether you chose to file for divorce or were blindsided by a spouse’s divorce filing, once the divorce process has been set in motion; there’s going to be a lot of changes that occur in your life. In addition to the general feelings of anxiety and worry you’ll likely experience as you attempt to sort out matters related to child custody, finances and real estate; you’ll also likely experience a range of difficult, confusing and conflicting emotions.

2016 signals changes to Illinois’ divorce laws On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Child Custody on Friday, January 22, 2016. With the start of any new year, change is a common theme. People often make resolutions to make positive changes in their lives. Exercising more, eating healthier and taking time to pause and enjoy life are all common New Year’s resolutions. In cases where an individual is in an unhappy marriage, filing for divorce may also top one’s list of resolutions. For individuals who plan to file for divorce this year, the start of 2016 also signaled

How do military divorces differ from civilian divorces? Part II On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in military family law on Monday, January 11, 2016. In our last blog post, we began discussing the military divorce process and how a divorce involving an armed forces service member differs from a civilian divorce. Specifically we mentioned the importance of understanding the possible implications of filing for a divorce in one state vs. another and also an active service member’s right, under the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act, to request an automatic stay in divorce proceedings. How the court’s

How do military divorces differ from civilian divorces? On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in military family law on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of June 2013, an estimated 2.7 million people were serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, 1.4 million of which were designated as active duty service members. For the men and women who pledge to protect our country and put their very lives at risk, there are often many personal sacrifices. Frequent moves, lengthy deployments and difficulties associated with events that may occur during a deployment are just

Divorce and discovering hidden assets On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Divorce on Thursday, December 31, 2015. The erosion of trust can be detrimental in any relationship. When it comes to marriage and the relationship between spouses, this is often especially true and marriages in which spouses lie or keep secrets from one another are likely to become part of the 50 percent that end in divorce. According to a 2012 study by Today.com and Self.com, a whopping 46 percent of married individuals admitted to keeping secrets related to money and spending from a spouse. The reasons

Is filing for divorce your New Year’s resolution? On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Divorce on Tuesday, December 22, 2015. As 2015 draws to a close, many people have made their New Year’s resolutions for 2016. While resolutions related to eating healthier and losing weight probably top the lists of the majority of Americans, filing for divorce may be on the lists of many others. Divorce attorneys throughout the U.S. report being busier in January that in any other month during the year. For those unhappily wed individuals who struggled to make it through one more holiday

Why it can be dangerous to mix divorce and social media On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Divorce on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. Anger, fear, resentment, relief and vulnerability are all emotions that are commonly experienced by individuals who are going through a divorce. These feelings are normal and even healthy and there’s nothing wrong with wanting to lean on friends and family for support during this difficult time. This does not, however, include turning to your 450 closest Facebook friends. Social media websites like Facebook are great for connecting with old and new friends, posting harmless

Unwed fathers and child custody On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Fathers’ Rights on Thursday, December 10, 2015. Concerns about how child custody matters will be decided often weigh heavily on the minds of unwed parents. Perhaps more than any other family law-related matters, proceedings related to child custody and visitations are highly emotional and can bring out the worst in both parents. While a parent may fear and dread the possibility of sharing custody with an ex, it’s important to keep in mind that, while you may want nothing to do with an ex, he or

Taking control of financial matters during the divorce process On behalf of Stange Law Firm, PC posted in Divorce on Thursday, December 3, 2015. For anyone who is planning to file for divorce or was recently informed by a spouse of a divorce filing, concerns related to finances and maintaining your lifestyle are often top-of-mind. Fears about being left destitute after a divorce are often especially prevalent among individuals who, during a marriage, allowed a husband or wife to manage household finances. While anyone who is starting the divorce process is likely to experience a range of strong, confusing and