Category Archives: Guardianship
The Role Of A Guardian Ad Litem In Illinois Parenting Cases
When parents separate or divorce in Illinois, their ability to work together in raising their children can vary widely. In some cases, parents are able to communicate effectively, cooperate on decisions, and maintain a relatively smooth parenting relationship. Unfortunately, for many families, intense conflict makes traditional co-parenting nearly impossible. Hostility between parents can harm… Read More »
Legal Guardianship: A Comprehensive Overview
Family law is inherently complex and difficult to understand due to various intricacies and variables involved that come into play. Especially, when it relates to the safekeeping of a child, the legal classifications can be quite confusing. Many people fail to differentiate between guardianship and custody; however, both of these terms refer to different… Read More »
Guardianship of a Minor
Guardianship is a legal term which refers to the relationship between a minor and an adult who isn’t his or her legal parent. It may absolve the biological parents of the child from their legal responsibility to cover the financial needs of their child. Guardianship may be established in cases where the parents decide… Read More »