Author: Adam Diamond

Custody | Divorce

Child Custody: What Happens When Both Parents Don’t Agree?

Whenever we help a client design a child custody agreement and parenting plan, our goal is always to help both…

Divorce | Estate Planning

How Does Remarriage Affect an Illinois Trust?

It’s not uncommon for wealthy individuals in Illinois to remarry following a divorce or the death of a spouse. While…

Order of Protection

Are Orders of Protection Public Record in Illinois?

If you are in an abusive situation, it can seem like you don’t have many options – but this isn’t…

Spousal Support

How is Alimony (or Spousal Maintenance) Calculated in Illinois?

Alimony, or “maintenance” as it is known in Illinois, can be a complicated subject. Many people wonder if they will…

Divorce

5 Tips to Help You Manage Your Finances During a Divorce

Divorce brings a lot of changes to nearly every area of your life, including your finances. When you’re already going…

Divorce

6 Essential Financial Factors to Think Through During a Divorce

Dissolving a marriage is never an easy process; for many people, divorce can be one of the most emotionally taxing…

Estate Planning

Five Reasons Business Owners Need Estate Plans

Did you know that nearly 70% of U.S. citizens have not established an effective legal strategy for passing on their wealth and wisdom?

But when people fail to get their affairs in order, they can end up leaving behind a mess for their loved ones to deal with after they’ve passed away – and this is especially true for business owners.

If you are a business owner in or near McHenry, IL, Diamond Legal can help you put an estate plan in place. Here are five reasons why that’s important.

Estate Planning

What Documents Should I Have to Start My Estate Plan in Illinois?

An estate plan is a comprehensive instruction manual for your loved ones to let them know what to do with your children and your property.

Thus, there are several documents you will need to have on hand to get started. From our team of estate planning attorneys at Diamond Legal in McHenry, Illinois, here is what you need to get your estate plan started in Illinois – and why having an estate plan is so important.