One of the primary obligations that Illinois family law judges have in custody cases is to make decisions that they believe are in a child's best interests. While you probably understand how many issues like abuse, addiction or neglect could affect a custody...
Child custody
The role of the birth certificate in LGBT+ custody proceedings
Same-sex marriage is relatively new legal territory, and same-sex divorce is even newer. Members of the LGBT+ community may find that there is very little straightforward information available about custody for LGBT+ families. First of all, it's important to...
Safe custody exchanges in times of tension
Child custody disputes seldom go smoothly -- and the tensions that rise during a pitched battle over custody can linger long after the court has made its ruling. That can leave everyone feeling overwhelmed by the hostility that comes out during custody and visitation...
How to make the most of co-parenting
Even though you’re sure to have questions and concerns about co-parenting, it’s something that you have to get on board with in the event of a divorce. If you shy away from the process or neglect to position yourself for success, it will harm your children in the long...
Finding common ground on major parenting choices as co-parents
Raising a child together is one of the most intense and intimate things two people can share. Unfortunately for those going through a divorce, they will have to share that hard work with someone with whom they may have a damaged relationship. Moving forward as...
Carefully choose the terms of child custody agreements
Every child custody agreement has terms that the parents must abide by. These are unique arrangements that are determined by the child’s needs. Those needs and the best interests of the children must be the sole focus of the parenting plan. One thing that can help you...
Alienation claims can threaten a woman’s custody rights
When you think of custody, you probably imagine a situation where fathers are fighting for custody while mothers have the upper hand. While that might have been the truth decades ago, it’s not the case now. Both parents are seen as potential positive influences in...
Relocating as the co-parent of an Illinois child
Sharing custody of children with a former spouse can be an already challenging adventure. Having to move has a way of raising the stakes considerably. Illinois has recently updated relocation laws The laws about divorced parents relocating with a child were more...
My spouse and I filed for divorce. How will custody be decided?
Going through a divorce is stressful enough on its own. When you and your spouse also have children together, your stress level may rise exponentially. You might be constantly worrying about their well-being and how they are holding up mentally. Additionally, you...
Co-parenting: there’s an app for that
It can be fun to search the app store for a new app for your phone. With the touch of a finger, you can add addictive games or apps to help you lose weight, track automobile expenses, chat with friends, find a new Chicago-area restaurant and so much more. And if...
