Sharing parental rights and responsibilities typically means accepting a specific division of parenting time. Parents who live in separate households but share children in Illinois typically follow specific schedules as outlined in a court order. They split the week...
That summer before a child goes off to college is often filled with a wide range of emotions for parents. For divorced co-parents, it also typically marks the end of their custody agreement and parenting plan. If you’re among these parents, you know your child will...
Even after separation, parents still want nothing but the best for their children. This is why establishing a stable environment for them to thrive in post-divorce is an essential step for parents. By gaining a better perspective of the process and debunking the...
Spousal support or spousal maintenance can help make divorce less imbalanced. However, the obligation to pay another person can put intense pressure on one spouse's budget. They might hope to terminate their spousal support obligations early if circumstances allow. In...
Co-parenting can be difficult even in the best of situations. When one parent behaves in toxic or manipulative ways, it often feels impossible to maintain stability for a child. However, if you are facing this situation, it is still possible to co-parent in a way that...
It’s not uncommon for parents to have very different opinions about what kind of school their children should attend. Some want their child to go to a private school, if it’s affordable for them. Others think a public school is fine – especially if the ones in their...
Parents who divorce or separate have to share parental rights and responsibilities. The courts allocate a certain amount of parenting time and legal authority to each adult. Frequently, there's also an obligation for one of the parents to provide financial assistance...
When you’re leaving a narcissistic partner, the process can become emotionally explosive, confusing and drawn-out. What might begin as a necessary step toward reclaiming your peace can quickly spiral into psychological warfare. For a narcissist, divorce isn’t just a...
One of the most challenging things for children to handle when their parents split up is the time when they have to switch from one parent’s home to the other. Those transition days are emotionally challenging because they’re sad about leaving one parent but happy...
Difficult marriages often lead to very intense divorces. One spouse may resent the idea of divorce and may fight vehemently to prevent the divorce or to obtain terms that they view as appropriate. They may argue over every little detail in the hopes of deterring their...