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...
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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...
What are the consequences if I violate our custody order?
Sharing custody of your child is not easy, particularly when you share it with someone you do not like or trust. Some parents are so upset that they are tempted to try and hurt the other party by not complying with the order.However, disobeying a custody order is one...
Can virtual visitation reduce stress in custody cases?
Child custody can be hard to discuss when you're trying to manage all the emotions that you're already going through during a divorce. Even though you're aware that you're going to have to share time with your child, it's hard to imagine them not being with you every...
What can you do if you don’t like the proposed custody plan?
Child custody can sometimes come with conflict. Unfortunately, it's difficult to handle conflicts that involve your children, and it's common to see both parents lashing out at each other while trying to protect their little ones.As a parent, you need to understand...
New bill encourages equal parenting time after divorce
A new bill has been produced in Illinois that would make it standard to expect equal parenting time in child custody cases. This is a great step forward in most situations involving divorcing parents since the majority of cases involve two loving parents who simply...
3 tips to help you get the custody arrangement you want
If you are starting the divorce process and have children with the other parent, your goal may be to have as much time with your kids as possible. However, if you're worried about being seen as a responsible parent, you might think that the judge won't rule in your...
Develop a custody schedule or a judge will do it for you
When you and your estranged spouse no longer get along, determining child custody arrangements in a divorce isn't always easy. You may have little or no communication with one another other than to allow your child to see or communicate with the other parent.This...
How can you encourage your child to adjust to a divorce?
Your child is your pride and joy, so there is nothing worse than having to deal with his or her discontentment during divorce. You know your child isn't adjusting well, but you're not sure what to do.You're not alone. Children don't always adjust to divorce well right...