Many divorces between couples with children involve issues of child custody referred to as parenting time and parental responsibility in the state of
A Cautionary Tale of Marijuana Use and Child Custody Determinations
Just because recreational use of cannabis has been legalized in Illinois, its use can still impact child custody proceedings if the child’s best
Equal Parenting Time vs Child’s Best Interest Standard
Fathers’ rights activists are again pushing for a change in Illinois family law regarding equal parenting time and responsibility. Instead of the
Parenting Time Schedules During Holidays
It is often difficult to decide how to divide holiday and vacation time between divorced parents. Both parents and children want to spend time
Helping Children Deal With Divorce
Studies underscore just how important a role a father plays in the life of a child following a divorce or separation. Some research suggests that
Illinois Child Custody When a Child’s Well-Being is a Concern
Following a divorce, most parents hope to continue to have regular contact with their children, but under some circumstances a parent may have
Relocating With Children Following Divorce
Sometimes moving is necessary when a divorced parent (or their new spouse) secures employment or for other reasons such as being closer to extended
Illinois Allocation of Parental Responsibilities and Parenting Time
The new law regarding Illinois allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time, previously referred to as child custody, requires parents
Illinois Parenting Plans
Within 120 days of filing a petition for parental responsibilities, both parents must file a parenting plan with the court, either jointly or