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Is Mediation Right For You?

June 23, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce can bring a lot of stress, but it doesn’t always have to involve a courtroom. At Merel Family Law, we help clients d…

Collaborative Divorce And Your Kids

June 23, 2025 | Merel Family Law

When parents decide to divorce, one of their biggest concerns is how it will affect their children. At Merel Family Law, we…

How To Save Money in a Divorce

June 11, 2025 | Bradley Kaye

Divorce can be one of the most financially draining experiences in a person’s life. Legal fees, asset division, child suppor…

What If I’m The Breadwinner And The One Filing For Divorce?

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

If you’re the one bringing home most (or all) of the income in your household, divorce can feel like stepping into a minefie…

How Your Texts, DMs, And Posts Can Make Or Break A Divorce Case

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

We hate to break it to you, but your phone is not your safe space. It’s not a journal. It’s not a burner diary. It’s a digit…

Why Delaying Your Divorce Is A BAD Idea (In Most Cases)

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

Let’s be real: nobody wants to file for divorce. However, if you’re in a situation where it’s clearly heading that way and y…

What Happens To The Wedding Ring In A Divorce?

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

Let’s talk about the ring. You know the one. The tiny (or not-so-tiny) circle of metal that kicked off an engagement, marked…

Mistakes To Avoid During Divorce

May 19, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

Divorce is never easy, and the legal process can add even more stress to an already difficult time. We’ve seen how common mi…

When Breakups Go Viral

May 16, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

It’s the ultimate modern problem. You didn’t just build a relationship. You built a brand. Maybe you were the “Couple Goals”…

Divorce When You’re A Digital Nomad

May 16, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

We all know divorce is tough, but what happens when you and your spouse aren’t even tied down to one place? Nowadays, where…

5 Mistakes High-Net-Worth Individuals Make

May 16, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

When you’re busy building wealth, the last thing you expect is to be caught off guard in your personal life. In family law…

Can AI Be Your Divorce Lawyer?

May 16, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

Look, we get it. AI is amazing. You’re probably already using it to write emails faster, brainstorm vacation plans, or even…

How to Avoid Divorce Before You Even Get Married

March 3, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

Many people don’t want to think about divorce before marriage, but the best way to avoid divorce is to never end up in a bad…

Navigating Pet Custody in Illinois

January 27, 2025 | Marleena Broekema

In recent years, the concept of pet custody has become an increasingly important issue as more and more people consider thei…

Highlighting the Truth About Post-separation Abuse

December 9, 2024 | Kristina Lindsay

As a certified Domestic Violence Professional, I have seen every form of abuse play out in my clients’ lives: from physical…

Divorce for Business Owners

October 2, 2024 | David Zwaska

Divorce is already a scary proposition for anyone. But, divorce for someone who owns a business sounds like a nightmare, rig…

Illinois Divorce Law 101: A Beginner’s Guide

July 1, 2024 | Merel Family Law

Ending a marriage is never easy. But when you’ve reached the difficult decision to divorce, knowledge is power. Understandin…

How a Second Marriage Can Impact Children

March 2, 2024 | Jonathan Merel

Remarrying after a divorce is a time for celebration—for the most part. It might not be obvious, but many children of divorc…

Can I Spend Money While Going Through a Divorce?

December 1, 2023 | Jonathan Merel

When you are going through a divorce, it can feel like your life comes to a standstill while you work out the detail with yo…

Legal vs. DIY Divorce: Which Is Right for Your Situation?

October 20, 2023 | Jonathan Merel

Divorce is never an easy process. It’s an emotionally charged and complex journey that often involves a myriad of decisions…

How Does Divorce Affect Women?

April 10, 2023 | Jonathan Merel

Divorce is a life-changing event that affects both men and women, but studies have shown that women often experience more ne…

Homestead Rights in Illinois

July 30, 2021 | Jonathan Merel

The word “homestead” might bring to mind how the U.S. western territory was settled, by allowing any American to put in a cl…

Understanding How to Divorce a Foreign-Born Spouse

July 7, 2021 | Merel Family Law

A 2021 report from the U.S. Census Bureau offers interesting data when it comes to marriage in the U.S. On average, foreign-…