Month: December 2019

Positive results are seen in states where divorce is easier

On Behalf of Ryan Family Law, P.C. | Dec 26, 2019 | Divorce

Illinois residents may be interested in hearing about research that shows some of the financial benefits of splitting up. January is a busy time for divorce lawyers. There are couples who work to stick together through the holidays and then begin to prepare divorce...

Fathers fear bias in child custody disputes

On Behalf of Ryan Family Law, P.C. | Dec 9, 2019 | Child Custody

Many fathers in Illinois are afraid that they will be treated unfairly if they go to family court to resolve a child custody dispute. While this is a common belief, it may speak more to a historical situation than to present-day legal practices. In the past, mothers...