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Myths About Hiring a Father’s Rights Attorney
The term “father’s rights” stirs up a lot of different emotions in the areas of family law. The concept is rooted in the court system’s long history of prioritizing and favoring mothers over fathers (one of the only areas where women were ever considered at an advantage under the law). For many decades, most judges and attorneys held the conservative
BEWARE: Tips to Avoid Mistakes in a Custody Battle
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 or spend time with.Provide a
Modifying the Allocation of Parental Responsibilities: Parenting Time
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 However, those are outdated terms.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. Defining “Parenting Time” It is
Coparenting Tips for a Happy Holiday Season
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 Organized Not only should you
Can I Relocate With Children After My Divorce?
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 with children after a divorce.
My Spouse Refuses to Communicate During Divorce
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 out how you will allocate
Child Custody Tips for Unmarried Parents
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 for any parent, and for
