When parents in Illinois decide to divorce or legally separate, they generally have to work together to support their children. Parents either negotiate with one another or go to court to divide their parental rights and responsibilities. Each parent typically gets to...
Sharing parental rights and responsibilities is often one of the most challenging aspects of a breakup or divorce. Both adults have to make certain concessions regarding the time they spend with the children and the authority they have over their lives in most cases....
Co-parenting or actively sharing parental rights and responsibilities is difficult. Most parents find it challenging to adjust to spending a limited amount of time with their children instead of having access to them every day. Additionally, it can be a challenge to...
Divorce is a challenging journey, especially when children are involved. It is not uncommon for one or both parents to struggle with mental health issues. One out of every five Americans lives with a mental illness. That is a significant portion of the population and...
Parents in Illinois often have to find a way to work with each other even if their romantic relationship does not last. It is standard for divorced or separated parents in Illinois to share parental rights and responsibilities. They can either negotiate arrangements...
Navigating the world of co-parenting can be challenging, even when supporting children’s extracurricular activities. These activities are essential for a child’s development, offering valuable opportunities for learning, socialization and personal growth. In a...
It takes a lot of careful consideration to establish a reasonable plan for sharing parenting time after a divorce or parental breakup in Illinois. The courts have to make determinations regarding the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities unless parents...
Parents who are trying to work out a custody arrangement often find themselves disagreeing about seemingly simple matters. But, it is undeniable that sharing parental responsibilities and meeting children’s needs can be much more challenging when adults live in two...
Allocation of parental rights and responsibilities in Illinois carries the authority of the family courts once an order has been handed down. Parents must abide by the parenting plan that they negotiated with one another or litigated unless they formalize an...
Doing what’s best for your children during a divorce can be challenging because you have so much to balance. Ideally, you and your ex can become a parenting team so everything is a little easier for everyone. There are a few things that you should remember during the...
