It's the right of every child to be able to spend equal time with both of their parents. Oftentimes, though, when parents fear that their visitation with their child may be limited or custody altogether withdrawn from them, it may lead them to want to take drastic...
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A parenting agreement can save you from a lot of grief
If you're moving through the divorce process, you know that you'll face a variety of challenges as the days go by. This is even more so the case if you have at least one child with the other person. While it's not the ideal situation, there are things you can do...
Illinois child support laws are catching up with society
Social expectations and customs sometimes are a lot faster than the laws surrounding them. When the law does finally catch up, there are usually some clear winners and losers as situations get reversed and changes are abruptly made. That's the reality right now for...
Man sues ex-wife for wiretapping his emails during divorce
An Illinois court is about to hear quite an interesting case involving claims of wiretapping by an ex-wife. The lawsuit, which finally hits court after being filed six years ago, claims that the plaintiff's ex-wife obtained his emails and used them to get a better...
Which custody arrangement is truly best for my child?
Deciding how you and your child's other parent will share parenting duties and privileges after your marriage or partnership ends can certainly feel overwhelming. If you feel overwhelmed by such a scenario, you should know that you are absolutely not alone. For many...
Do these things to raise your children after a divorce
Once your divorce is in the books and you are moving forward on your own, it's time to take control of your life. This means many things, such as learning how to best raise your children. Since the other parent may still be in the picture, there are steps you need to...
Custody rights in same-sex marriages in Illinois
While the national debate over same-sex marriage was finally settled by the Supreme Court, the issues surrounding custody rights for same-sex parents isn't as clear. The laws still vary significantly from state to state. In Illinois, the title of "parent" is decided...
You can reach a child custody agreement out of court
There are many people out there who believe that litigation is the only way to reach an agreement with regard to child custody. While this may be true at times, it's not the only idea to consider. For some divorcing couples, an out of court alternative dispute...
What is the Children’s Passport Issuance Alert Program?
If you have yet to learn more about the Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program, now may be the time to dive in. Do you have concerns regarding international parental child abduction? For example, you may worry that your former spouse will take your child to...
Are you interested in fighting for sole custody? Learn more
As you go through a divorce, you will have many concerns about what the future will bring. As a parent, it goes without saying that you'll have many questions pertaining to custody. Do you have reason to believe that sole custody is best for your child? If so, you...