Child Custody

During a divorce, stability is often a key factor in custody discussions. So, what happens when a major pillar of that stability – your employment – suddenly disappears? Understanding how courts approach job loss in custody cases is crucial for parents in this...

Families come in many varieties, blending all sorts of individuals who might not be next of kin. For example, your household might include stepparents, grandparents, or other close relatives. When these families have to break up, a non-biological caretaker may want to...

There are two aspects to child custody: legal custody and physical custody. When one parent decides to move, the decision may impact both elements. Illinois’ dissolution of marriage codes regulates how custody arrangements work if a parent wants or needs to move out...

When two parents decide to live in separate households, they must make legal arrangements for their children with regard to parental responsibility, housing, financial support and the power to make important decisions for their welfare. Both custody and visitation are...

Child custody cases are often stressful for the families involved. Two women have alleged that the St. Louis County family court system caused them undue financial and emotional stress. What did these women allege the court system did? Allegations against the St....

For couples with children, creating a parenting plan can be the most difficult part of divorce. As you and your spouse figure your arrangement out, you may face challenges in allocating responsibility and time. No matter how much you two disagree right now, it’s...