Child Custody

If you are going through a divorce in Illinois and have children, you will need to decide on a custody arrangement that's good for your kids and fair for you and your ex-spouse. Here's how you can go about this. Consider the type of custody you want There are two...

Child custody schedules, as some Illinois parents will discover, are as unique as the situation each family faces. Additionally, as the needs of the children and the family change over time, so will the schedule. However, even more than that, they will look different...

When deciding a child custody case, the court looks at many factors to determine which parent and home would be most appropriate. A parent's financial situation plays a part, as the custodial parent has to pay for many expenses related to child care. That said, an...

Even if ending your marriage is the right decision, your divorce may be hard on your kids. After all, children with divorced parents often experience anger, depression, anxiety and even academic decline. Providing structure and stability may help you combat many of...

Residents of Chicago and nearby areas of Illinois might want to learn more about what the non-custodial parent can do to ensure the mental and physical well being of their child. Sometimes imagined as "deadbeats", the non-custodial parent may bust this myth. They may...

Divorcing parents will have to work through numerous negotiations at every stage of the process. From financial affairs such as the division of assets and debt responsibility to physical elements such as the parenting plan, both parties must find a compromise that...

Many Illinois parents go through the trouble of obtaining a court-ordered custody arrangement, willingly or otherwise, only to face repeated violations from the other parent.  When your co-parent disregards a custody order, it is not only frustrating for you, but it...

In the majority of cases, most persons post-divorce would be happy to not see their ex-spouse ever again or at least not for a very long time. However, if you are raising children with your ex-spouse, this is not a possibility. It is probable that you and your...

Illinois parents often struggle to strike a balance after a divorce. It is hard to co-parent your child with someone you likely are not on the best of terms with. However, many parents in your situation come up with a livable arrangement that works for all parties....

Whether you are struggling with an alcohol problem or your ex is battling a crippling drinking problem, it is very important to think about the different ways in which alcoholism impacts child custody. First of all, your child's best interests must remain a top...