Avoiding a few common errors during a divorce can be important to establishing financial security for people in Illinois. One of those mistakes is spending too much money on the divorce by fighting over property and child custody in court instead of trying to reach an...
Child Custody
Working parents can get custody rights too
One common misconception about divorce in Illinois is that judges will automatically give custody to the parent who stays at home more often. As views on gender roles and child custody change, some judges will actually give points to those who earn money to care for...
Helping children cope with divorce
Despite the intense and often negative emotions that come with divorcing a partner, for most parents, the wellbeing of their children remains their primary concern. Parents who are divorcing in Illinois can help their children come through the process unscathed by...
How parents in Illinois can coparent successfully
Separated parents are bound to experience some coparenting issues. If these exes can find a way to work together for the sake of their kids, they'll be taking a step in the right direction. There's much to consider when it comes to establishing a parenting plan that...
Fathers fear bias in child custody disputes
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...
What to do about a child custody filing
When parents are going through a divorce, one or both of them may seek child custody. It is important to understand Illinois law regarding child custody in order to know what to expect.An individual can research state laws, but people may also want to consider hiring...
How to parent long-distance after a divorce
Some divorced Illinois parents may find themselves living long-distance from their children for work or other reasons. While this can be difficult, there are many things parents can do to keep the bond strong.First, parents should keep the focus on quality of visits...
Why parents need to be vigilant with their teenagers
Being a parent or teenager can be tough enough without the added stress of a divorce. The teenage years are already a time when a child is transitioning into an adult, and they may not always want to do what their parents ask of them. Furthermore, divorced parents in...
How social media helps parents, children after divorce
Children in Illinois whose parents are divorced may benefit from staying in touch with their parents using social media. According to a study that appeared in the "Journal of Family Issues," a child's relationship with his or her parents after the divorce is a better...
Best interests of child determines custody in Illinois
In determining who should have custody of a child after a divorce in Illinois, judges generally base their decision on the best interests of the child. Many factors are relevant in determining a child's best interests, and there are no hard-and-fast rules. In general,...
