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BEWARE: Tips to Avoid Mistakes in a Custody Battle

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Categorized as Child Custody, Child Custody & Visitation

Going through a divorce is difficult enough, but when you and your spouse are constantly arguing about the minor children, it makes the process twice as difficult and emotionally draining. Parenting time and decision-making for minor children (all of which used to be referred to as “custody” in Illinois) are frequently a source of emotional

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Modifying the Allocation of Parental Responsibilities: Parenting Time

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Categorized as Child Custody & Visitation

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 However, those are outdated terms.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.

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Coparenting Tips for a Happy Holiday Season

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Categorized as Child Custody

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

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My Spouse Refuses to Communicate During Divorce

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Categorized as Divorce

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 out how you will allocate all of your property and debts, as well

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Child Custody Tips for Unmarried Parents

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Categorized as Child Custody

Navigating the complexities of child custody can be a daunting task for any parent, and for unmarried couples, it often brings forth a unique set of challenges. In this blog, we delve into the heart of the matter, exploring commonly asked questions surrounding child custody in unmarried relationships. Whether you’re embarking on the journey of

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