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Chicago Divorce & Family Law Attorney Angela Larimer helps families navigate divorce and parenting disputes with clear communication, thoughtful strategy, and a focus on protecting what matters most. Chicago family law attorney Angela Larimer helps families with litigation, collaboration, and mediation when they are faced with divorce, parenting time and decision making issues, parentage and paternity problems, child support and maintenance (alimony) disputes, adoptions, and more. For a full service domestic relations law firm with compassion, a reputation for success, and the resources to ensure your family's best interests are protected, call Larimer Law LLC at 773-370-0600 for a consultation.

You don't have to wait until your divorce becomes a crisis to talk with an attorney.In fact, getting advice earlier can ...
09/25/2026

You don't have to wait until your divorce becomes a crisis to talk with an attorney.

In fact, getting advice earlier can help you avoid decisions that create bigger problems later.

Consider getting legal guidance if:

• You're thinking about moving out
• You're worried money is disappearing
• Your spouse is pressuring you to sign something
• Parenting arrangements are becoming contentious
• You're considering moving with the children
• You don't understand your family's finances

A consultation doesn't commit you to filing for divorce.

Sometimes you simply need to understand your options.

Have questions before you're ready to make a decision? Contact Larimer Law to schedule a consultation.

MYTH: Everything gets divided 50/50 in an Illinois divorce.Illinois follows equitable distribution, which doesn't necess...
09/23/2026

MYTH: Everything gets divided 50/50 in an Illinois divorce.

Illinois follows equitable distribution, which doesn't necessarily mean splitting every marital asset straight down the middle.

Instead, marital property is divided in a manner the court determines is equitable based on the circumstances and factors provided by Illinois law.

And before anything can be divided, there's another important question:

Is the property marital or non-marital in the first place?

That's why divorce property division can be more complicated than simply cutting everything in half.

Have questions about what could happen to your property in divorce? Speak with Larimer Law.

You check the joint bank account.$12,000 yesterday.$800 today.Your spouse withdrew the rest.Now what?Don't panic — and d...
09/21/2026

You check the joint bank account.

$12,000 yesterday.
$800 today.

Your spouse withdrew the rest.

Now what?

Don't panic — and don't retaliate by emptying another account.

Document what happened. Save statements, screenshots and transaction records, and speak with your attorney about what legal options may be available.

Money moved before or during a divorce doesn't simply become invisible because it left the joint account.

If you're concerned about marital money or assets disappearing, get legal advice before responding.

One of the most important things to remember during a parenting dispute:The court isn't deciding which parent “wins.”The...
09/18/2026

One of the most important things to remember during a parenting dispute:

The court isn't deciding which parent “wins.”

The focus is the child's best interests.

That means decisions about parenting time and parental responsibilities can involve school, schedules, relationships, health, the child's adjustment, each parent's ability to cooperate and many other factors.

Approaching a parenting case as a battle against your former partner can sometimes distract from the question the court is actually considering:

What arrangement best serves the child?

If you're facing a parenting dispute in Illinois, Larimer Law can help you understand the factors that may matter in your case.

TRUE OR FALSE:“If my ex doesn't pay child support, I can stop letting them see the kids.”FALSE.Child support and parenti...
09/16/2026

TRUE OR FALSE:

“If my ex doesn't pay child support, I can stop letting them see the kids.”

FALSE.

Child support and parenting time are separate legal issues.

If a parent isn't paying court-ordered support, there are legal options for enforcement.

But withholding court-ordered parenting time in response can create a separate problem.

Two wrongs don't suddenly become one legally correct decision.

Dealing with unpaid support or parenting-time problems? Get legal guidance before taking matters into your own hands.

Can a child choose which parent to live with in Illinois? While judges may consider an older child’s preference, the dec...
09/15/2026

Can a child choose which parent to live with in Illinois? While judges may consider an older child’s preference, the decision hinges on the child’s maturity, reasons for the choice, and the overarching standard of the child’s best interests. Our latest article explains how courts balance these factors and offers practical guidance for parents and family law professionals.

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Your ex texts:“The kids told me they want to live with me full-time.”Does that mean your parenting arrangement automatic...
09/14/2026

Your ex texts:

“The kids told me they want to live with me full-time.”

Does that mean your parenting arrangement automatically changes?

No.

A child's wishes can sometimes be considered in Illinois parenting cases, but children don't simply get to choose which parent they live with.

Courts consider multiple factors when determining what's in a child's best interests — including the child's age, maturity, needs, adjustment, relationships with each parent and other circumstances.

And an existing parenting order doesn't change because one parent announces that the child wants something different.

Facing a disagreement over parenting time or decision-making? Talk with Larimer Law about your options.

Thinking about divorce but not ready to file?Start gathering information now.A few documents worth having access to incl...
09/11/2026

Thinking about divorce but not ready to file?

Start gathering information now.

A few documents worth having access to include:

• Recent bank statements
• Tax returns
• Pay stubs and income records
• Retirement and investment statements
• Mortgage information
• Credit card and other debt statements
• Insurance policies

You don't need to make a decision about divorce just because you're getting organized.

But understanding your family's financial picture can help you make better decisions if you do decide to move forward.

Save this list for later. If you're considering divorce in Illinois, Larimer Law can help you understand what to prepare.

MYTH: If my name isn't on the house, I have no right to it in the divorce.Not necessarily.In Illinois, whose name appear...
09/09/2026

MYTH: If my name isn't on the house, I have no right to it in the divorce.

Not necessarily.

In Illinois, whose name appears on the deed isn't the only thing that determines whether a home — or its value — may be considered marital property.

When the home was purchased, how it was paid for, whether marital funds were used, and other circumstances can all matter.

Before assuming you have no claim — or that the entire house belongs to you — find out how Illinois marital property rules apply to your situation.

Have questions about your home or other property during divorce? Larimer Law can help you understand your options.

Your spouse tells you they want a divorce.Now what?The first instinct may be to act immediately — move out, move money, ...
09/08/2026

Your spouse tells you they want a divorce.
Now what?

The first instinct may be to act immediately — move out, move money, make arrangements for the children, or sign something just to keep the peace.
But those early decisions can have consequences later.

Before making major changes, take time to understand your finances, preserve important records, review joint accounts, think carefully about parenting arrangements, and know when it may be time to get legal advice.

This week’s blog walks through the practical first steps to consider when your spouse asks for a divorce in Illinois.

Read the full article to learn what to do — and what you may want to avoid doing — before making your next move.

📞 Questions about your situation? Contact Larimer Law LLC at 773.902.0200 to schedule a consultation.

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