Parents may encounter issues regarding parenting time following a divorce despite having a child custody order. Sometimes one parent refuses to make a
Plenary Orders of Protection in Illinois
Typically victims of domestic violence apply and are granted an Emergency Orders of Protection (aka restraining order) when emotional or physical
Grandparent Rights to Visitation in Illinois
Grandparents often play a huge role in their grandchildren’s lives, offering love, support and wisdom that aid in a child's development. Although
Child Custody When Substance Abuse an Issue
A spouse’s substance abuse is of particular concern for a divorcing parent who does not want their child exposed to alcohol and drug use or may have
Exclusive Possession of Residence During a Divorce
During a divorce, one spouse may wish to bar the other from a shared residence, sometimes going even so far as to change the locks. However, if
Include First Right of Refusal in Parenting Plan
Divorced parents often worry about whether their child is properly cared for when they are spending time with the other parent, particularly when
Modification to a Parenting Time Order
A parenting time arrangement entered into during a divorce may serve a family's needs well for a period of time, but circumstances may change
When Divorcing Parents Live in Different States
When spouses decide to divorce but reside in different states, the party filing for divorce can typically choose which state will have jurisdiction
Sole Child Custody in an Illinois Divorce
Many parents considering a divorce have questions regarding custody of their children. If a parent is worried about the other parent's behavior around