Category: Child Custody Attorney

Custody Considerations For Special Needs Children In Illinois
child custody
Posted March 10, 2025

Custody cases involving special needs children require careful planning and an in-depth understanding of Illinois family law. These cases often involve unique challenges, including education, medical care, and daily support. When determining parental responsibilities and parenting time, courts in Illinois focus on the best interests of the child under 750 ILCS 5/602.7. Special needs children […]

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Divorce And Pending Immigration Status
divorce and immigration
Posted February 10, 2025

Divorce is challenging on its own, but when it intersects with pending immigration status, the process can become even more complex. If you or your spouse are in the immigration process while going through a divorce in Illinois, it’s essential to understand how the two areas of law interact. Green card applications and spousal visas […]

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Virtual Visitation in Chicago Child Custody Cases
virtual visitation
Posted January 28, 2025

As technology becomes an integral part of our daily lives, virtual visitation is becoming more common in child custody cases throughout Chicago and Illinois. Virtual visitation allows a parent to maintain meaningful contact with their child through video calls, instant messaging, and other digital means. Virtual visitation is meant to supplement in-person visits and make […]

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What Constitutes An Unfit Parent And The Process For Seeking Sole Custody In Illinois
child custody
Posted January 06, 2025

When a parent seeks sole custody in Illinois, one of the most significant factors the court evaluates is whether the other parent is deemed unfit. Determining parental fitness can be a sensitive and challenging process, but it’s essential to ensure the child’s safety and well-being. As a custody attorney, I often work with parents who […]

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How Mental Health Issues Can Influence Custody Decisions in Illinois
mental health
Posted December 24, 2024

Custody decisions can be among the most challenging aspects of a divorce or separation, especially when mental health issues are involved. Courts in Illinois focus on what is in the best interests of the child, but understanding how mental health affects custody outcomes is complex. Parents may worry about how a history of mental health […]

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What Are My Options If My Ex Is Denying Visitation With Children?
visitation
Posted March 13, 2023

When you file for divorce in Illinois, the court will write a child custody order that details each person’s visitation and custody right for the children. However, sometimes the parent with custody will not allow the other parent to see the kids. This is a custody order violation, and the parent denied visitation has options […]

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