Category: Family Law

If you are divorcing in the State of Illinois and are in agreement with your divorcing spouse regarding child custody arrangements, you can decide on any kind of child custody arrangement that you would like as long as it is in the best interests of the child. If, however, you and your spouse cannot find common ground on this important decision, the judge will intervene on your behalf. While the court’s decision is always based on what it considers to...

Emotions tend to run high in child time sharing proceedings. When disagreements and disputes between the parents spill over into court proceedings, it can end up impacting the amount of time you get to spend with your child. It is not uncommon for one party to bring up past actions or bad behaviors on the part of a spouse. In these situations, there are some specific actions you need to take to protect your rights.   Past Actions That Can Impact...

The deterioration of a marriage is emotionally draining. Having to face family members and answer questions about the breakup can be particularly hard. In the case of divorcing spouses with children, facing the situation is unavoidable. Child custody and time-sharing plans are often a point of contention, especially when it comes to special occasions. With the holidays right around the corner, the following tips can help makes things easier for everyone involved. How Holidays are Handled in Illinois Child Time...

For parents, spending quality time with their children is a top priority. If you have gone through child custody proceedings and have a current custody order in place, not adhering to it could result in serious penalties. If your previous arrangement no longer works for either you, the other parent or your child, it may be time to seek a custody modification. When to Seek a Child Custody Modification Under the Illinois Statutes (750 ILCS 5/600), careful consideration is given...