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Second-Parent Adoption vs. Stepparent Adoption

12 Mar 2025
When a non-biological parent wishes to secure legal rights over a child, they may be able to pursue adoption as a stepparent or second parent. While both types of adoption ensure legal parentage, they come with distinct legal processes and eligibility requirements. Understanding these differences can help LGBTQ+ parents make informed decisions about their families. To learn more about second-parent adoption vs. stepparent adoption, continue reading or contact our firm today. What Is a Second-Parent Adoption (Co-Parent Adoption)? Second-parent adoption in Illinois is a legal process that allows a non-biological parent to adopt their partner’s child. Second-parent adoption is common...
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Why Would You Need a Probate Attorney?

14 Feb 2025
When a loved one passes away, their estate often needs to go through probate. This is the legal process of distributing assets and settling debts. You might wonder why you would need a lawyer for probate. Understanding when to hire an attorney can save you time, money, and stress during this difficult period. Continue reading to learn about the benefits of hiring a skilled probate lawyer in Chicago. What Is Probate? Probate is the court-supervised process of reviewing a deceased person’s will. It involves paying debts, transferring assets to heirs, distributing property, etc. In Cook County and surrounding areas, this...
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Estate Planning vs Wills: Understanding the Key Differences

13 Feb 2025
There can be confusion surrounding the distinction between estate plans vs wills. Below, we get into the finer details of what makes these important life-planning tools different from one another. Will vs Estate Planning: The Basics While many use “will” and “estate plan” interchangeably, they are actually distinct legal tools with different scopes and purposes. A will is a crucial component of estate planning, but an estate plan encompasses much more than just a will. What Is the Difference Between an Estate Plan and a Will? A will is a singular legal document that outlines your wishes for asset distribution...
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LGBTQ Divorce: What You Need To Know

13 Feb 2025
In 2013, Illinois legalized same-sex marriage, over a year before the Supreme Court made its historic ruling in the Obergefell v. Hodges case that legalized it federally on June 26, 2015. For the LGBTQ community, this not only secured individuals’ rights to marriage equality, but equality in terms of divorce as well. Questions About LGBTQ Divorce With the ongoing battles in the US government system regarding LGBTQ rights, navigating through the process of a same-sex divorce can be confusing. Here are some of the most common questions regarding divorce for same-sex couples and couples with a transgender spouse. Can We...
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The Benefits of Hiring Chicago Real Estate Attorneys

03 Oct 2024
Buying and selling property can be a complicated process. The transaction verbiage and requirements alone can be overwhelming. Working with an experienced attorney, however, has many notable advantages. 6 Reasons to Hire Edgewater & Chicago Real Estate Attorneys The expenses that come with buying or selling a home are enough to make people shy away from legal assistance. Here are some of the primary benefits of working with a real estate attorney: Negotiation On Your Behalf A real estate attorney doesn’t just negotiate the terms of the contract that you entered into to sell or buy your home. They can...
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