Illinois Mothers' Rights Attorneys
Protecting The Rights Of Illinois Mothers
In the past, mothers were more likely to be awarded primary custody of children than fathers in divorce, and women were more likely to receive alimony than men. Today, Illinois courts strive to make gender-neutral judgments. As a result, mothers can face increased uncertainty about finances and parenting when they divorce.
At the law firm of Manassa Law P.C., our Illinois mothers' rights attorneys understand the issues that mothers face. We have earned a reputation for upholding the rights of mothers in divorce and other family law cases. With offices in Barrington and Crystal Lake, we serve clients throughout the Chicago metropolitan area of Illinois. The following are examples of family law areas in which our attorneys represent mothers:
• Paternity: We protect the rights of single mothers in child support and child custody cases.
• Child custody and visitation: Professional mothers can find themselves at a disadvantage in a child custody dispute in cases where there is a stay-at-home father. Our lawyers will work to protect your rights as a mother.
• Child support: Our lawyers will work to ensure you receive the full financial support you deserve under our state's child support guidelines.
• Alimony: Illinois courts may order spousal maintenance for men or women following divorce when one party has a financial need and the other has the ability to meet his or her own needs while contributing to the financial needs of the other party.
• Marital property division: Protecting your financial interests in divorce is a priority for our attorneys, especially when it comes to division of real estate, retirement accounts, businesses and other important assets.
Will I get physical care of my children?
In the past, mothers were virtually guaranteed to get custody, or parenting allocation, of their children. Many, even retained sole custody. However, the laws have changed. Now, the courts no longer use the term custody when allocating parenting time and responsibilities. They recognize that it is often in the child’s best interest to have both parents involved in their lives. This does not mean that mothers cannot still become the primary or sole caregiver for their children. Yet, it is no longer as common. This is why it is so important to have an experienced Barrington divorce attorney on your side throughout. Your attorney can protect your parental rights at every phase of the divorce process.
Will I get child support?
Illinois law always strives to do what is best for the children. That means that both parents maintain the responsibility of providing for their children. Child support is not just given to mothers. In fact, fathers can also receive child support if they are the primary custodian for the children. Determining child support is dependent on many factors, including parental responsibilities and income. The courts typically want children to maintain the lifestyle they are accustomed to. They also want to ensure that all of the children’s needs are met after the divorce is finalized. Our divorce attorneys can accurately calculate child support, so you can better explore your financial options.
What issues do working mothers face during divorce in Illinois?
Professional mothers can find themselves facing significant disadvantages during the divorce process. If the father works from home, the courts may award primary physical custody to them. They may also award them child support and spousal support if applicable. For these reasons, it is important to speak to one of our divorce lawyers immediately. We can protect the rights of working mothers in all divorce matters.
What issues do single mothers face?
Single mothers often face a difficult battle when establishing paternity or when getting the biological father to pay child support. Our Barrington family law attorneys can protect single mothers throughout the process, so they can retain custody of their children while still receiving the support their children deserve. If the father fails to pay child support, we can help enforce these payments or modify existing agreements when circumstances change.
Contact Our Mothers' Rights Attorneys
Call 847-221-5511 or email us at your earliest convenience to schedule a free initial consultation with our Barrington divorce lawyers about the rights of a mother in divorce.
Manassa Law - Barrington Office
1000 Hart Rd 3rd Floor
Barrington, IL 60010
P: (847) 996-9177