A father plays an important part in a child’s development. You should never be denied the opportunity to build a full relationship with your child. Illinois recognizes the importance of...

Each year, approximately 26,000 married couples separate in Illinois. Most of these divorces are resolved outside of the courtroom. Of course, there are plenty of exceptions. For many different reasons—from...

When parents get divorced, they often have ongoing obligations to each other. Until all your children become adults, they may be subject to an agreement or court order. In Illinois,...

The holiday season is supposed to be one of the happiest and most joyful times of the year. However, a high percentage of parents report the holidays make them feel...

Parental rights for unmarried fathers are sometimes difficult without an experienced father's rights attorney. Are you an unmarried father who is seeking child custody or child visitation rights in Illinois?...

In Illinois, courts have the authority to put restrictions on parental access to protect the best interests of the child. The concept is sometimes referred to colloquially as ‘supervised visitation.’...

Physicians have stressful jobs. The demands of the profession can put a tremendous amount of pressure on a doctor and their family. If divorce becomes the right path forward, there...

Following the end of a marriage, the spouse who has greater financial means may be ordered to pay support (alimony) to their former partner. In Illinois, alimony is most often...

Parents have a legal responsibility to provide financial support to their children. According to the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Illinois uses the income shares child support guidelines...

Illinois Paternity Laws According to the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, paternity is a legal relationship between a father and a child. It is the fundamental basis of...