Child Custody

As you probably know, divorce disrupts all areas of your life, especially when you share kids. One issue you may face while divorcing is continuing to provide a stable, loving environment for your children. There is no such thing as a short-term child custody order...

There are those who believe that child custody is a singular term that essentially defines who gets to be a child’s parent after a divorce. There are also those who will say that you have custody only when a child lives with you and visitation when you see your child...

Ideally, you and your spouse will have agreed upon a suitable custody arrangement during your divorce. If not, then the court will have stepped in and arranged something based on the best interests of the child.  While such an order is legally binding, it isn’t always...

The internet has drastically changed the way that we live our lives. It is now easier to stay connected with friends and family worldwide. One of the most popular ways to use the internet is through social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  While...

You're getting divorced and you have two children. You naturally assume that you and your ex are going to divide custody so that both kids live with one of you and then they switch over to the other house. But then your spouse suggests splitting up the custody between...

Once your child is old enough to have their own opinions, you will probably feel confident asking for shared custody when you divorce or separate from their other parent. However, when your child is still quite young, you may mistakenly believe that only sole custody...

Parents who are considering divorce often worry about how their decisions will affect their children. Will they handle the split well, or will they feel deeply traumatized? If you do make the decision to split, it’s important to understand that you can take steps to...

In Illinois, parents who separate will typically share custody. If they don't settle on arrangements that they both agree with independently, the Illinois family courts can issue a custody order that allocates parenting time and other parental responsibilities to each...

Making the transition from a parent who’s married to one who’s single is often challenging. For a parent who’s accustomed to being around for their children, finding a way to earn an income and still meet the child’s needs is usually difficult. Finding the balance...

When you realized that your spouse wanted a divorce, one of the things that really bothered you was that you are so much younger than your spouse. They’re much older than you, so they’ve had time to build up their assets and wealth. As a parent, you want what’s best...