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You might be surprised at what matters in custody cases

When you're going through a divorce and trying to work through child custody matters, you might assume that you'll be free to live your life as you want as long as you're not doing anything illegal. This might not be the case. It is possible for the court to review...

Must you adopt prior to an LGBTQ divorce for parental rights?

Although Illinois acknowledged LGBTQ marriages a while before the federal government did so, the state still has a long way to go while clarifying standards during LGBTQ divorces, especially those with minor children. LGBTQ divorces are still a relatively new area of...

Can you be discriminated against for having a positive HIV test?

Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act was the first civil rights law to focus on disabilities in the United States. It directly prohibits discrimination against those who have disabilities who are applying to be part of programs that receive federal funding or...

Is your marriage headed toward divorce?

There are very few cases in which a divorce happens without there being any signs that it's coming. For many people, there is at least a hint that something is amiss, but some individuals might look over those with the hope that things will suddenly improve. There...

How to make the most of co-parenting

Even though you're sure to have questions and concerns about co-parenting, it's something that you have to get on board with in the event of a divorce. If you shy away from the process or neglect to position yourself for success, it will harm your children in the long...

Finding common ground on major parenting choices as co-parents

Raising a child together is one of the most intense and intimate things two people can share. Unfortunately for those going through a divorce, they will have to share that hard work with someone with whom they may have a damaged relationship. Moving forward as...

Carefully choose the terms of child custody agreements

Every child custody agreement has terms that the parents must abide by. These are unique arrangements that are determined by the child's needs. Those needs and the best interests of the children must be the sole focus of the parenting plan. One thing that can help you...

Divorce can be a positive experience: Here’s why

Most married people fear divorce as if it were an unstoppable force of destruction that will upend their lives forever — but it really isn't. Divorces happen, and they aren't always a bad thing. Some of the positive benefits of divorce include: Your children may...

Could spending more time together lead to divorce?

You may have heard that spending too much time apart could lead to a divorce. Couples who travel a lot or work long hours may not feel very connected to one another and may not be able to build a strong, lasting relationship. But is the opposite true? Could you spend...