Illinois couples will get married with the intention that the union will last. Unfortunately, the divorce rates are such that it is just as likely that it will fail as it will succeed. People will frequently try to shield themselves from the possibility that there...
family law
How are visitation orders affected by a child’s best interests?
Parenting time is often one of the most contentious of family law issues, so understanding state law is imperative. A key factor in this is understanding the child's "best interests" and how the court will decide upon the allocation of parenting time. In some cases,...
Appeals court decides on custody case for same-sex couples
In Illinois and throughout the nation, courts are facing family law issues related to same-sex couples. These can be especially complex cases, with the changing landscape of how these relationships are viewed. This makes it important to watch legal decisions. It is of...
How are child support modifications done in Illinois?
Illinois parents who share a child but are not together as a couple any longer must determine who will have custody and how much will be paid in child support by the supporting parent. While issues such as paying, child support enforcement and other factors will...
New Illinois pet custody law in affect in 2018
Divorcing couples in Illinois have a number of issues to deal with. For one, they have to worry about dividing up their marital property, including their family home, vehicles, and other prized possessions. Another common issue, is dealing with child custody...