Navigating the realm of father’s rights in Illinois can seem like a labyrinthine. From gender biases to false accusations, there are repeated pitfalls throughout the family court system. With the proper knowledge and guidance, you can confidently assert your rights as a father and preserve a loving relationship with your children. Understanding your father’s rights in Illinois … [Read more...] about Father’s Rights in Illinois
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Your Divorce Settlement: Key Steps for a Fair Agreement
Embarking on the journey of divorce can be daunting. With numerous legal, emotional, and financial challenges, parties can be left feeling overwhelmed and directionless. What if there were a way to navigate this complex process with increased efficiency and minimal delay? A divorce settlement agreement is a legal contract that can save you time, money, and emotional anguish. In … [Read more...] about Your Divorce Settlement: Key Steps for a Fair Agreement
Your Prove Up Hearing in Your Illinois Divorce Proceeding
Imagine a couple who has decided to end their marriage amicably. They have reached agreements on all aspects of their divorce, including property division, child custody, and support. In Illinois, the final step before officially dissolving their marriage is the prove up hearing. The prove-up hearing is meant to be the finalization date of the divorce. Upon prove-up, the … [Read more...] about Your Prove Up Hearing in Your Illinois Divorce Proceeding
Right of First Refusal in Illinois Custody Cases
In your parenting plan or child custody agreement, the well-being of the child should always be the top priority. Many Illinois Courts operate on the assumption that a time between a child and parent is generally preferred over time between a child and non-parent. One tool used to address this concern is the "Right of First Refusal." This legal concept plays a crucial role when … [Read more...] about Right of First Refusal in Illinois Custody Cases
What is the best holiday visitation schedule?
The holiday visitation schedule for your children is probably on your mind a lot as we approach Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day this year. Your custody holiday schedule is hopefully already outlined in your Illinois parenting plan so that your family can celebrate Christmas without the stress of thinking about your child custody case. How do … [Read more...] about What is the best holiday visitation schedule?
Giving Thanks for Your Holiday Parenting Time Schedule
Visitation with Your Kids at Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is one of the most special days of the year with your children. If you are divorced or otherwise living separately from your child's other parent, Thanksgiving can be a source of stress when coordinating holiday parenting time. A formal Illinois or Wisconsin Parenting Plan can help ease this stress … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks for Your Holiday Parenting Time Schedule
