Larry Manassa, Author at Manassa Law P.C.

When Do Spousal Support Payments Stop?

Spousal support—also known as alimony or spousal maintenance—is often one of the most complex and emotionally charged issues in a divorce. If you’re currently paying or receiving spousal support, you may be wondering: When does it end? Is there a specific date when payments stop, or do they continue indefinitely? What if circumstances change? The…

Better Communication Between High Conflict Parents: Parallel Parenting

Divorce or separation is never easy, especially when children are involved. For some parents, communication after a breakup is civil and cooperative. But for others, it can become tense, hostile, or downright toxic. If you find yourself in a high-conflict co-parenting relationship, you’re not alone, and you have options. One of the most effective strategies…

Be Sure Your Vacation Plans Don’t Violate Your Custody Agreement

Taking your children on a well-earned vacation should be a joyful and relaxing experience. But if you’re a divorced or separated parent, it’s essential to understand that vacation plans—especially those that cross state lines, conflict with school schedules, or interfere with the other parent’s custody rights—can become a legal headache. And you need to ensure…

Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets?

One of the most challenging aspects of any divorce is dividing marital property. Does your partner have financial resources you don’t know about? This is especially true for couples with considerable assets going through a high net-worth divorce. Like many states, Illinois follows an equitable distribution model when dividing marital assets, which means the court…

Splitting Stock Options in a Divorce

Dividing assets during a divorce is rarely simple, and some property is more complex than it seems. Splitting stock options in a divorce presents unique challenges compared to dividing other types of marital property. Stock options are not as tangible as a car or a savings account. Stock options often come with restrictions, future vesting dates, and…