Struggling with an ex-partner’s control tactics after separation? This is ‘post separation abuse.’ You might be dealing with unwanted communication, legal battles, or emotional manipulation. We provide a deeper look at these damaging actions and equip you with targeted strategies to fortify your defense, ensuring that you can move forward with confidence and security. Quick … [Read more...] about Understanding and Overcoming Post Separation Abuse: Strategies for Survivors
Family Law Resources
Family Law encompasses a number of types of law practice, including divorce, custody, child support, guardianship, adoption, and more.
Read our archive for articles regarding Family Law to learn more about Rockford Family Lawyer Zach Townsend.
Illinois No Contact Order: A Guide to Your Legal Protection
Victims of harassment, stalking, or other domestic violence often feel powerless and vulnerable. Illinois law provides for various no contact orders as a vital legal tool that can provide much-needed protection and peace of mind. Obtaining, understanding, and enforcing the various Illinois No Contact Order tools can be challenging to undertake, but doing so could empower you to … [Read more...] about Illinois No Contact Order: A Guide to Your Legal Protection
Talking Parents vs Our Family Wizard: Which Co-Parenting App Tops the Chart in 2024?
Navigating through the complexities of co-parenting can be challenging, but the right app can make a world of difference. With numerous options available, how do you choose the best one? In this comparison, we will explore the features, pricing, and user experiences of two leading co-parenting apps, Talking Parents vs Our Family Wizard. You’ll have a clearer understanding of … [Read more...] about Talking Parents vs Our Family Wizard: Which Co-Parenting App Tops the Chart in 2024?
Understanding How Courts Impute Income for Child Support and Alimony
Most people involved in a divorce or child support case expect that child support or alimony payments would be calculated based on your actual earnings, but in some cases, the payment calculations are based on what a court believes you could or should be earning. This is because of a concept in family law that allows the court to impute income for a party in the case. When a … [Read more...] about Understanding How Courts Impute Income for Child Support and Alimony
How to Prove Alcoholism in Custody Cases for Child Safety
Child custody disputes are never easy, but when alcoholism is involved, the situation becomes even more complex and fraught with emotion. How do you prove that the other parent’s alcohol abuse is endangering your child’s safety, and how do you navigate co-parenting with someone who struggles with addiction? In this article, we will discuss “how to prove alcoholism in custody … [Read more...] about How to Prove Alcoholism in Custody Cases for Child Safety
How a Parenting Coordinator Can Help Navigate High-Conflict Divorce
A high-conflict divorce or family law case is an emotionally draining experience for both parents and children. In such situations, a parenting coordinator can be a valuable resource to help manage parenting plans, help you solve disputes, improve communication, and ultimately prioritize the best interests of the children. Parenting coordinators can help bridge the divide of … [Read more...] about How a Parenting Coordinator Can Help Navigate High-Conflict Divorce
Can a Family Court Judge Order a Hair Follicle Test?
Child custody cases can be very complicated and emotional, especially when allegations of drug use are involved. "Can a family court judge order a hair follicle test?" is a frequent question that potential clients ask our attorneys during consultations. Family court judges have the power to order drug tests, including hair follicle tests, in custody cases to ensure the child’s … [Read more...] about Can a Family Court Judge Order a Hair Follicle Test?
The Emotional Complexity of a Loyalty Bind in Family Dynamics
Imagine a child, caught in the middle of a tug-of-war, their heart torn between two opposing forces - their parents. This is the emotional complexity faced by children in a loyalty bind. A loyalty bind is a situation where a child feels compelled to side with one parent over the other, causing internal conflict and emotional strain. In a world where divorce and family … [Read more...] about The Emotional Complexity of a Loyalty Bind in Family Dynamics
Supervised Visitation: Ensuring Child Safety and Parental Bonds
Supervised visitation serves as the bridge that connects the importance of child safety with the need to maintain parental bonds, making it a crucial aspect of modern family dynamics. We will discuss the ins and outs of supervised visitation, the role of the courts, and the factors influencing its decisions. Furthermore, we will explore how to successfully carry out supervised … [Read more...] about Supervised Visitation: Ensuring Child Safety and Parental Bonds
Parallel Parenting: Strategies for High-Conflict Co-Parenting
Are you struggling to co-parent with an uncooperative or high-conflict partner? You’re not alone. Many parents face the challenge of raising their children in a difficult co-parenting situation. Thankfully, there’s an alternative: parallel parenting. Parallel parenting is in some ways the opposite of co-parenting. This solution allows you to fulfill your parenting … [Read more...] about Parallel Parenting: Strategies for High-Conflict Co-Parenting
