Table of ContentsTips to Follow in a Child Custody BattleDon’t say anything negative about the other parent.Don’t deny the children’s contact, phone contact, or parenting time with the other parent.Continue to communicate with the other parent.Don’t let your feelings get the best of you.Do not make your children choose who they want to live with
Continue Reading »Many people are familiar with the terminology “custody” and “visitation” when thinking of child-related issues in dissolution and parentage matters. However, those are outdated terms. As of January 1, 2016, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) began using “allocation of parental responsibilities” instead. Parental responsibilities include parenting time and significant decision-making responsibilities.
Continue Reading »It can be challenging for divorced parents to navigate the holidays, particularly if they are sharing parental responsibilities with their children. We hope that you and your children will have a wonderful holiday season if you make preparations in advance, maintain an open mind, and implement some of these coparenting tips. Plan Ahead and Get
Continue Reading »Table of ContentsStarting the Process to Relocate With Children Post-DivorceRelocation Based on Child’s Best InterestsWhat Kind of Evidence Do I Need for my Relocation Case?What are the Consequences of Moving Without the Court’s Approval?Relocation When Other Parent Fails to Exercise Parenting Time A common question we hear is whether or not a parent can relocate
Continue Reading »Table of ContentsThe Right Tools to Improve CommunicationMediationCoaches, Therapists and MoreParenting CoursesInternet Apps Parties who are divorcing are not typically known for communicating particularly well. This lack of positive communication more often than not leads to the demise of the marriage. So, at a pivotal time in your life, when you are trying to figure
Continue Reading »Table of ContentsAre Parental Responsibilities the Same as Custody?Who has the Allocation of Parental Responsibilities when there is No Marriage and No Court Order?Voluntary Acknowledgment of PaternityWhat if the Father Signs a Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity?Agreed Allocation of Parental Responsibilities and Parenting Time Judgment Navigating the complexities of child custody can be a daunting task
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