Posts Categorized: Divorcing with Children

Divorces aren’t easy in the most straight-forward of circumstances, but they become significantly more complex when minor children are involved. That complexity increases when one parent seeks to relocate with the child. While there are steps that must be taken, under Illinois family law, there is recourse for divorced parents who need to relocate with their children. Under Illinois family law, relocating with children after a divorce is called removal, and it is a common issue in divorce case...   Read more ...  

Conscious Uncoupling Gwenyth Paltrow and Chris Martin have been receiving an unusually large amount of attention surrounding their announcement to separate. This attention isn’t stemming from the public’s shock about the decision, but rather about how they have decided to separate – by ‘consciously uncoupling’. While reactions have ranged from confusion to criticism, as a Chicago divorce lawyer, the previously little-known concept is intriguing.   What is conscious uncoupling? &n...   Read more ...  

As a Chicago divorce attorney, I have seen firsthand how difficult dissolving a marriage can prove for my clients. A common challenge when working through the divorce process is agreeing on an effective co-parenting plan for your children. Divorcing with children brings a whole set of parameters to work through. Even if you and your spouse are on amicable terms, consulting with Chicago divorce attorneys can offer a comprehensive range of benefits as you strive to effectively construct a solid c...   Read more ...