Having a parent in jail is a traumatic experience that affect’s a child’s mental health, social behavior, education, and prospects for a good and happy life. Often, these children wind up acting out in school, blami... Read more
What’s in a name? When it comes to child custody, terminology can make a vast difference in how a parent is viewed by the child, the spouse, and society at large. When the courts say that one parent has “custody”... Read more
Child custody disputes are devastating for divorcing spouses and their children. If you are fighting and having trouble coming to an agreement with your divorcing spouse, the courts may appoint a “guardian ad litem... Read more
One of the hardest adjustments for children after divorce is learning to live with one parent instead of both parents at the same time. Children are resilient, but they also feel these changes deeply, and Illinois paren... Read more
Divorce brings about significant changes for every member of the family, particularly the children. Even when Illinois parents work very hard to establish a parenting plan that suits the needs of the family and best int... Read more
Illinois parents who are facing divorce have many complex and daunting issues ahead. For many, divorce may bring a welcome end to a long emotional battle. For others, the divorce petition can blindside, bringing sadness ... Read more
Co-parenting, while a popular trend among divorcing couples, is a parenting arrangement that is often found to be impossible and impractical. In theory, mutual respect and a desire to protect the well-being of the childr... Read more
Divorce is often hardest on the youngest members of the family, but Illinois parents can take steps to minimize the negative impact. There are many issues that must be resolved in a divorce, including child custody. Whil... Read more
It is the responsibility of Illinois parents to protect the best interests of their children both during the divorce process and upon agreement of a child custody order. This is particularly important when parents have ... Read more
Illinois legalized both medical and recreational marijuana on January 1, 2020. However, use of marijuana is still illegal on the federal level, and there is still a strong stigma against it in the family courts. When div... Read more
