Illinois parents might consider telling their kids about their divorce to be one of the hardest conversations they’ll ever have with their children. It’s important to tell your children about your divorce plans before they find out from someone else though. Figure out...
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The distinction between child support and child custody
As divorced or separated parents in Illinois figure out how to continue raising their children after their relationship has ended, they might face situations related to child support and child custody. However, they must remember that these two issues are seen as...
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...
Why do some people marry for the wrong reasons?
Getting married can seem like the happiest day of your life. While it might seem like a great idea at the time, a lot of people in Illinois get married for the wrong reasons. Whether you're on your second marriage or your fourth, your marriage might be destined for...
Should your child go to therapy during or after a divorce?
Children don't always adjust well to changes. Some children may struggle to adapt when they move or when a loved one isn't around as often as they once were. For some, going through a divorce is a disruption that is not easily surmounted.As a parent, there can be...
Using technology to your advantage during and after divorce
Technology is virtually inescapable today, from the computers we use for work to the cellphones we carry with us. Even our homes are strewn with technological devices that dim our lights and lock our doors.Whether you feel nervous or excited by these advances, the...
What to know about mediating your Illinois divorce
Divorce is a difficult life event, but there are options to make the process less painful and a little more cooperative. This can be an attractive possibility for parties who are divorcing but don't want a contentious, lengthy courtroom split.One route to a more...
Changing your child’s school after divorce: Factors that matter
When you and your spouse divorce, one of the things you might need to consider is changing your child's school. Both of you may find that you need to move to a new home or apartment due to downsizing after divorce, for example, and you'll need to work out how to...
Illinois has strict visitation policies: Learn more
Illinois is one state with extremely strict requirements for child custody. The laws are firm, which makes it possible to protect children regardless of their circumstances.In Illinois, the courts are able to make decisions about: Where visitation can take place When...
Will a divorce always negatively affect children?
One thing every parent should remember is that it isn't their divorce that will affect their child the most. Instead, it's how they act during and after that divorce.Parents who can respect one another and be kind during a divorce are more likely to have children who...