Divorce and child custody agreements are designed to provide stability for families during difficult transitions. But life doesn’t stop changing after the ink dries on a custody order. New jobs, relocations, remarriages, changing schedules, or the evolving needs of children can all impact whether an existing custody agreement still serves a child’s best interests. What…

When determining financial support for a child, Illinois courts depend on a full and honest financial picture from both parents. Unfortunately, some parents may attempt to avoid their obligations by providing incomplete or even manipulated documents.  One common tactic involves the use of erroneous bank statements for avoidance of a fair child support calculation. This…

When parents decide to live apart, the primary concern is always the children’s well-being. The laws in Illinois address child custody rights and visitation by focusing on a structure designed to support the child’s best interests.  As Lake County family law attorneys in Illinois, we have years of experience guiding parents through these sensitive matters.…

In Illinois, the law recognizes that a parent-child relationship is not always defined by biology. While biological parents have superior rights, it is possible for a non-parent who has filled a parental role to be granted legal responsibilities for a child.  If you qualify as a non-parent (which includes stepparents, grandparents, and other caregivers), you’ll…