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Kathryn Ciesla
Jan 5, 20203 min read
STOP IT - Why Google Shouldn't Be Your Divorce Attorney
You wouldn't watch a YouTube video to learn how to perform your own appendectomy, nor would you re-wire your home reading instructions...
Kathryn Ciesla
Dec 11, 20193 min read
Parenting Plans and Holidays
Holidays can be especially hard on both children and parents after a divorce.
Kathryn Ciesla
Nov 6, 20192 min read
Avoiding Probate in Illinois
After the death of a family member, the process of settling the deceased person’s estate can be expensive and time-consuming.
Kathryn Ciesla
Sep 20, 20192 min read
Who Pays for College After a Divorce?
It may already be in your divorce decree. It has been tested several times as to its constitutionality, and has been found to be...
Kathryn Ciesla
Aug 15, 20193 min read
Collaborative Divorce in Illinois
Few people look forward to having to visit a lawyer. In most cases, having to hire a lawyer means you are involved in a stressful, ...
Kathryn Ciesla
Jul 25, 20194 min read
Too Late! Power of Attorney vs. Mental Capacity
I frequently receive phone calls from people who want to bring their elderly parent in to execute a Power of Attorney (also called an...
Kathryn Ciesla
Jul 13, 20193 min read
Parenting Plan in Illinois
The law in Illinois governing what was formerly called child custody and visitation underwent a significant revision in 2016. The terms ...
Kathryn Ciesla
May 2, 20193 min read
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Discernment Counseling
There are three types of people who come to an initial consultation for divorce in our office. The first type is someone who has...
Kathryn Ciesla
Apr 3, 20193 min read
Spousal Support in Illinois
One of the most common questions divorce attorneys hear from their clients is whether they will be able to collect, or how much they will...
Kathryn Ciesla
May 8, 20162 min read
Social Media and Divorce - Be Careful!
You’re looking for a place to let off steam … You want to vent about your spouse … You get “tagged” in some fun ‘girls’ night out pics …
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