Sharing custody of your children can be a frustrating experience, as there are many restrictions on what you can do with your time and with your children. For example, you no longer have the freedom to simply move wherever you want. Instead, you have to notify your ex...
Child Custody
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3 tips for dads seeking custody during divorce
As a father who wants what is best for his child, you may be looking into seeking half or full custody after your divorce. Many men worry that they will be allocated only a small amount of time with their children each week, but the reality is that you have as much of...
Substance abuse can impact co-parenting
Substance abuse is a major problem in this country. While many people think can function while under the influence, those around them might realize that’s not the case. This type of abuse can have a negative impact on a co-parenting relationship. Not only does...
Remember these points when determining child custody — and beyond
Every parent wants their children to thrive and enjoy their childhoods. Unfortunately, things sometimes happen with the parents that leave the children caught in the middle. When parents divorce, they need to ensure that they are doing what’s best for the children....
Why newly sober parents should avoid mocktails
If you’re a divorced parent who’s a recovering alcoholic, your spouse may have gotten full custody of your children. You may only have visitation rights and perhaps only supervised visitation. None of that is unusual – particularly when a parent is newly sober. It...
Child custody determinations in Illinois
If you are facing a divorce and you have children, you likely have significant custody concerns. Illinois courts will make a parenting time determination when parents cannot agree with one another. Before your court date, learn more about how child custody works in...
Summer vacation doesn’t mean your visitation rights go on hiatus
When you became one of many other divorced parents in Illinois, you likely determined you'd not allow the situation to cause a breakdown in your relationship with your children. You worked long and hard to negotiate a viable visitation plan. However, with summer...
Who gets to say what is best when child custody issues arise?
Some of the Illinois divorces that occur this year will involve parents who want to keep their children's best interests at heart as they sever marital ties and move forward to new lifestyles. Most parents agree that keeping what's best for children a main focal point...
What is virtual visitation, you ask?
Illinois parents who divorce face many challenging issues concerning their children. First of all, decisions about very basic matters, such as where children will live after a divorce is finalized, must be made. If parents agree on such matters, the court need merely...
Another state’s testimony laws in child custody cases may change
Illinois parents who've divorced understand how challenging it can be to develop new parenting plans that keep children's best interests at heart. Many say children themselves should be consulted more often when it comes to decisions regarding child custody and...
