When parents with shared minor children divorce, they usually share custody afterward. In Illinois, the state refers to as the shared allocation of parental rights and responsibilities. Parents typically need to follow a court-approved schedule for parenting time....
You can probably fly overseas with your children after you divorce. However, it will likely require a bit more planning than when you and your spouse flew together with them. Airports are subject to strict security regulations. As an adult flying internationally with...
When parents divorce and share custody of their children, they know they’ll need to be in each other’s lives forever. While they won’t have to interact regularly and deal with things like child support and custody orders as their kids get older, there are still big...
Should your child attend the neighborhood public school or a private academy across town? When parents are together, that decision usually happens over the kitchen table. When parents are separated or divorced, it can become one of the most contested parts of a...
When parents separate, custody decisions often feel personal. Many parents in Illinois wonder whether a child can speak up and whether a judge will listen to them. While a child does not get to choose where they live, their voice can still shape the outcome. Knowing...
Mental health often becomes part of a child custody dispute when concerns arise about a parent’s ability to make sound decisions. Illinois courts focus on a child’s best interests, and mental health evaluations can influence how a judge views parenting...
When you are in the middle of a divorce, everything can feel uncertain. One of the most common fears is losing access to your child’s daily life. Without a final parenting plan, you might worry that you have lost your right to stay informed. Fortunately, Illinois law...
After separation, setting clear boundaries helps you and your co-parent work together while keeping your child’s needs first. Without healthy limits, communication can quickly turn tense and confusing. Boundaries help both parents focus on cooperation instead of...
A parenting plan that adults establish often influences family dynamics for years. They have to agree on a specific allocation of parental rights and responsibilities. Frequently, that process begins with a breakdown of parenting time and legal authority. Parents can...
When parents separate, introducing new relationships can bring added stress. You may wonder if custody orders in Illinois can set rules about when and how new partners enter your child’s life. Courts take these concerns seriously because they focus on what is best for...
