Successful co-parenting requires a delicate balance of cooperation and communication. Co-parenting with a narcissist, however, is even more complicated, as some parents in Illinois discover when they try to work with a narcissistic parent for the sake of their...
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Child Custody
What are the different types of child custody and visitation?
When Illinois parents are no longer together, they still have to focus on caring for their children as a unit. There are different types of child custody and visitation that are important to know. What are common types of child custody? Legal custody gives a parent...
How joint custody impacts child support
Choosing joint custody for raising your children in Illinois following a divorce can impact the amount of child support that one parent may receive or is responsible for paying. Before you choose a custody status, it's essential fr divorcing couple to understand how...
What are the key legal issues in a divorce?
Planning to end your marriage in Libertyville requires a lot of thought. Much of the reasons for wanting to divorce will naturally be emotional. However, after you have processed your emotions, you will need to focus on practical matters. Here are the three key legal...
The benefits of co-parenting with joint physical custody
Parents who go through a divorce or split from their unwed partner in Illinois have a huge obligation to their children. Children can experience myriad emotions and fears when their family lives change dramatically. However, parents can soften the blow of their split...
How are parental responsibilities determined?
In Illinois, there is a set process for determining parental responsibilities with clear definitions of what they entail. While there is no rule that courts must allocate parental responsibilities to both divorced parents, many parents come to an agreement to share...
Shared parenting can help balance the gender pay gap
When some Illinois parents decide to end their relationship, they will need to consider the options for child custody and support. In many cases, mothers, due to many legal and cultural factors, end up being the primary caretaker for their children. However, there is...
Do you have to file paperwork for a child custody suit?
A child custody case in Illinois starts with filling out paperwork. If you've decided that you want to fight for joint or sole custody of your child, you'll likely need to visit the courthouse and start a child custody suit. You should consult your family law attorney...
Handle holiday custody issues with these alternative ideas
The holiday season is here and with it can be some difficult times ahead based on your custody agreement. Even if you and your children are going to be together for one holiday, there's a higher likelihood that you won't see them on another. As a parent, it can be...
Fighting with your ex about your child? Don’t make these mistakes
Sharing custody of your child with your ex can be difficult, particularly when parents are contentious or are still adjusting to the custody arrangement.Some people will eventually find stable ground and co-parent peacefully; others face ongoing challenges. In either...