How to Have an Easy Divorce

Written by Chicago-based Litigator, Brendan J. Hammer, Esq.

We don’t come to anything as a blank canvas when we’re adults. We have complicated backgrounds, genetic predispositions, specific experiences, and unique psychological baggage that has been shaped over time. Because of this unavoidable rea...


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How to Protect Your Personal Credit

Written by Kimberly R. Nelson, C.F.A., C.D.F.A.

Divorce can be an emotional roller coaster that you never wanted to ride in the first place, and you just can’t wait to get off of. While you’re holding on tight and waiting for this shaky ride to end, it’s easy to forget about basic money management a...


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Why Hiring an Expensive Lawyer Can Sometimes Save You Money

Written by Certified Family Law Specialist Peter M. Walzer, Esq.

We love to watch the antics of divorce lawyers on TV serials such as Suits, Boston Legal, or The Practice. While these shows are fun to watch, they are miserable to live through. You may have a handsome or beautiful attorney, who can ...


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Parenting an Anxious Child Through a Divorce

Written by Kate Sheehan, LCSW

Many children have anxiety that gets in the way of everyday functioning, and some of those children have parents who will divorce.  While all kids will face problems during a divorce, these issues can be even worse for children already struggling with anxiety, and these...


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How to Turn Your Divorce into an Opportunity for Personal Growth

Written by Virginia Gilbert, L.M.F.T

Divorce is a personal growth journey. Disentangling yourself legally and financially from your spouse may be a bumpy ride, but a stamped final judgment at the end of this saga signals you’ve reached your ultimate destination.


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