Getting married is more than an emotional endeavor. For many couples, it involves creating a prenuptial agreement, a legal document outlining financial arrangements in the event of divorce. While these agreements seek to be fair, there are circumstances where one...
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Family Law
What to do if you want to adopt your grandchildren
When the desire to adopt your grandchildren arises, you need to understand the steps involved in this significant undertaking. While the process may seem complex, a clear roadmap and legal guidance can help you navigate it successfully. Understanding legal...
What to do when you cannot pay child support
The U.S. Census Bureau reported in 2020 that about 2/3 of parents receiving child support have outstanding balances. This means the paying parent is in arrears, which can lead to some serious consequences. Any parent finding themselves in a situation where they may be...
Reasons a judge will modify a custody order
When considering modifying a child's custody order, a judge will consider if there is a significant change in the situation and if the new order is best for the child. When the case meets both of these requirements, they will grant the modification. Here are some of...
What to know about parental alienation
Divorce is a hard thing to go through. It can be even more difficult to navigate when you have children. When you split with your partner, your relationship with your children may change. Knowing the signs of parental alienation can allow you to know when to take...
How is child custody handled for same-sex couples?
Dealing with child custody during a divorce is often a complicated and frustrating process. Although there is the perception that children are more likely awarded to the mother, state law gives married parents joint legal and residential custody of a child born of the...
Can you relocate out of state with your child after a divorce?
A major change in circumstances can happen to anyone, and some situations may force you to move to another state for your career. However, you may have additional hurdles to overcome if you are the primary guardian of a child after a divorce. Both parents receive...
3 reasons you might modify your parenting plan
After a divorce has split you from your ex-spouse, you still must consider your child's need to spend time with both parents. A parenting plan is a civil and official way to outline each individual's rights and responsibilities to the child. An Illinois parenting plan...
Can you modify an existing child support order?
If your paycheck seems to run out before the month does, you are far from alone. In fact, according to reporting from CNBC, the cost of consumer goods has risen an average of 5.4% in just one year. Still, if you have a child support obligation, you do not want to fall...
What does it take to get a change to child custody?
After a divorce with children, some issues may arise that require a reappearance in court. If you feel like a change in child custody is necessary, you may want to explore your options. When an Illinois judge decides custody, it is with the children's best interests...
