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How To Tell Your Kids You’re Getting A Divorce

December 26, 2025 | Merel Family Law

This is the talk every parent dreads. Your stomach is in knots. You’re terrified of saying the wrong thing and breaking your…

My Ex’s Lawyer Is A Nightmare. Is This Normal?

December 24, 2025 | Merel Family Law

So, it’s happened. Your ex hired that lawyer. As your attorneys, we just got the first email from them. It’s a 10-page singl…

Why Rushing Your High-Asset Divorce is a Multi-Million Dollar Mistake

December 22, 2025 | Merel Family Law

“I just want out.” “I’m so tired of fighting. Just let them have it.” “Can’t we just sign the papers and be done by Friday?”…

Joint Business Ownership And Divorce

December 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Owning a business with your spouse adds layers of difficulty to an already complicated divorce process. You’re not just divi…

When Mediation Fails In Your Divorce

December 17, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Mediation doesn’t always work. You sit down with your spouse and a mediator, both sides try to negotiate in good faith, and…

Can Mediation Keep Your Divorce Private

December 10, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Nobody wants their personal business spread across public records. Divorce involves deeply private matters, your finances, y…

Dividing Retirement Accounts In Divorce

December 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

You’ve spent years building your retirement savings. Now you’re facing divorce, and that nest egg is about to become part of…

Essential Financial Records For Divorce

December 5, 2025 | Merel Family Law

You need to get your financial documents in order before filing for divorce. Once your spouse knows you’re filing, everythin…

Mediation Limits In Illinois Divorces

December 1, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce mediation can be a lifeline for couples who want to avoid dragging each other through court. It’s cheaper and faster…

Can You Modify Property Division After Your Divorce Is Final

November 27, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Property division orders in Illinois are meant to be final. Once a judge signs off on how your assets get split, that’s usua…

A Financial Advisor, A Divorce Coach, And A Lawyer Walk Into A Bar… Why Your Divorce Needs A Team

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

It sounds like the setup to a joke, but it’s actually the answer to the most important question in a divorce: “How do I get…

My Ex Won’t Follow The Parenting Plan: A Guide To Contempt And Enforcement

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

There is almost nothing more frustrating. You have a 40-page detailed court-ordered Parenting Plan. You went through months…

AI, Deepfakes, And Your Divorce: The New Wave Of Evidence Is Here

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

We’ve all gotten used to the idea that a Ring camera or an angry text message can be a star witness in a divorce case. That’…

Financial Planning Tips For After Divorce: What To Watch Out For

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce marks the end of one chapter, but it is also the beginning of another. While the legal process finalizes the dissolu…

What Happens If One Spouse Files For Bankruptcy During A Divorce?

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce is often described as one of the most stressful events a person can experience. When financial challenges intersect…

Protecting Yourself From Financial Abuse In A Relationship Or Divorce

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Financial abuse is one of the most insidious forms of domestic control, yet it often goes overlooked. While physical and emo…

Same-Sex Divorce: Key Legal & Practical Considerations In Illinois

November 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

While the Supreme Court’s 2015 ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges guaranteed marriage equality nationwide, same-sex couples stil…

What To Expect During The Divorce Filing Process

October 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Filing for divorce is a major legal decision, and understanding what lies ahead can help minimize stress and uncertainty. Wh…

What NOT To Say To Your Friend Who’s Getting A Divorce

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

You just found out your friend is getting divorced and along with wanting to help them find a good Troy, MI divorce lawyer…

How Modern Tech Is Changing Divorce Cases

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Not too long ago, the smoking gun in a divorce case was a receipt for a hotel room found in a coat pocket or a lipstick-stai…

What Is A Forensic Accountant?

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

In a perfect world, a divorce would be a simple open-book test. Both people would lay all their financial cards on the table…

Five Divorce Myths That Will Cost You A Fortune

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

When you’re going through a divorce, everyone suddenly becomes your Chicago, IL divorce lawyer, even though they do not have…

What To Expect During A Divorce

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Even when you know it is for the best, divorce is hard. If it is not your choice, it can be even harder. Since opening our d…

Is Collaborative Divorce Right For You?

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

While getting divorced is typically tough even under the best and most amicable circumstances, one way that tends to make it…

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