How to Create a Parenting Plan That Actually Works in Real Life
What Is a Parenting Plan? A parenting plan is a written agreement that explains how parents will share responsibilities for their child after divorce, separation, or a custody case. In…
What Illinois Courts Consider When Deciding Parenting Time and Decision-Making Responsibilities
How Is Custody Decided in Illinois? Guidance from a Family Law Attorney Custody decisions can be one of the most stressful and emotional experiences that a parent can face. We…
Illinois Parenting Plans & Holiday Custody Schedules
Understanding Holiday Custody Schedules in Illinois Holidays should be a time of love and warmth, not stress and arguments. Holiday visitation schedules in Illinois custody agreements ensure that both parents…
Understanding Child Custody Laws in Illinois: A Guide for Unmarried Parents
Introduction to Illinois Custody Laws Custody battles can bring a range of emotions, and losing your child to a custody battle can be a painful experience. According to Illinois parentage…
Protecting Your Parental Rights During a Child Custody Case
Understanding the Importance of Protecting Your Parental Rights Parental rights grant parents the authority to make all important decisions regarding their child’s education, healthcare, religion, and extracurricular involvement throughout their…
Understanding the Child Custody Hearing Process: A Guide for Divorcing Parents
What Is a Child Custody Hearing? One of the most important decisions in the process of parental separation is deciding upon arrangements for their child or children. Formerly known as…
Can I Make Changes to My Parenting Plan?
At the end of a divorce or separation case, a family court judge issues a final decision regarding the parenting plan. Sometimes, this initial plan is based on arrangements made…