Divorcing with a business in Illinois? Learn how courts determine if your business is marital or separate property, how it’s valued, and the options for dividing it fairly. The family law attorneys at AKL Legal, LLC help business owners protect their interests in Lake County, McHenry County, and suburban Cook County.

Navigating family law issues during the holidays can feel overwhelming. Learn how to manage parenting plans, reduce conflict, embrace new traditions, and protect your children’s well-being. AKL Legal, LLC offers guidance for Lake & McHenry County families. Call 847-262-9888 for support.

Co-parenting with a narcissistic parent can undermine your child’s emotional well-being and complicate custody in Lake County, Illinois. Learn how to protect your child, set firm boundaries, document behavior, and work with the Lake County child custody lawyers at AKL Legal, LLC to preserve your rights and your child’s best interest.

 If you want to keep your home after a divorce in Illinois, understanding the legal, financial, and practical considerations is key. With the help of an experienced divorce attorney, you can protect your interests and make informed decisions about your future. Deciding whether to keep, sell, or co-own your home is a major decision during divorce. Understanding your legal rights and financial situation will help you make the best choice for your future.

The Firearms Restraining Order Act is a new Illinois law that lets you ask the court to temporarily take away firearms from someone in your family or household if they pose a danger to themselves or others. This isn’t about punishing someone—it’s about preventing violence before it occurs.

If you’re a parent considering divorce for the first time, you’re not expected to be an expert. But understanding the basics can go a long way toward helping you make confident, informed decisions for yourself and your children. That's why we're breaking down the most common child custody terms you’re likely to hear in Illinois family law court.

In Illinois, divorced parents can be legally required to help pay for a child’s college education, even after the child turns 18. Illinois family law is built around one major goal: minimizing the negative impact of divorce on kids. The courts try to ensure that children of divorced parents have the same opportunities they might have had if their parents stayed together—including higher education. So while married parents can choose not to contribute to college, divorced parents might not have that luxury

Understanding the potential impact of social media on your divorce can help you make smarter decisions, both online and in court. What you post online—no matter how harmless it may seem—can become evidence that affects everything from asset division to child custody. A few small changes in your online behavior could save you time, money, and stress.

Child custody is often one of the most critical matters to address for parents going through a divorce. In Lake County Illinois, the court's primary focus in custody decisions is ensuring the child’s best interests are met. The court prioritizes arrangements that support the child’s well-being and overall development determining how parents will share decision-making responsibilities and parenting time. Parents navigating custody disputes can benefit from the guidance of an experienced Lake County family law attorney who can help them demonstrate their ability to provide a stable and supportive environment for their child.

Contested divorces in Illinois can involve child custody, property division, spousal support, and mediation. Learn what to expect, how long divorce takes, and how an experienced Grayslake family law attorney can protect your rights in Lake and McHenry Counties.