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Estate planning is something that most people should seek the help of an attorney with, but for blended families, this becomes even more important. Blended families tend to have situations that need special consideration, and that’s something that a DIY will and trust website simply can’t manage. With the help of an experienced estate planning attorney, however, you can make sure that all of your bases are covered!
In the midst of divorce, trust is usually one of the first things to be lost – but a level of trust is necessary to rebuild in order to form a strong co-parenting relationship. It’s important to recognize that this will take time and effort, but it’s also necessary to decide that building this trust is worthwhile.
When a marriage ends in divorce, the spouses involved already know that a lot of transitions are headed their way. Whether or not the divorce is mutually agreed upon, one thing should remain a priority: the well-being of the children. One way that the state of Illinois helps to protect this is by encouraging a strong co-parenting relationship whenever possible.
When you get divorced, it doesn’t just affect your life – especially if you have children. One of the things we help our clients to navigate are the complexities behind co-parenting agreements. Our goal is to protect your rights as a parent, but also to help you prepare for the responsibilities the court will require, as its first priority is the best interests of your children.