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Developing a parenting plan for a child with special needs requires additional considerations to address the child’s well-being. A traditional parenting plan might not account for the unique medical, educational, and emotional requirements of a child with disabilities. Parents must create a comprehensive plan that supports the child’s daily care, therapy needs, and future planning. […]

The rate of “gray divorce”—divorce among individuals aged 50 and older—has been rising in the United States, particularly among Baby Boomers. Gray Divorce Statistics In 2022, 15% of people aged 65 and older were divorced, an increase from 5% in 1990. In 2019, 36% of individuals going through divorce were aged 50 or older, with […]

The divorce process can leave one or both parties in need of immediate financial or legal support before the final decree is issued. In Illinois, temporary relief orders provide a way to address critical issues such as spousal maintenance, child support, and parenting arrangements while the divorce is pending. Temporary relief orders help make sure that the […]

Parental alienation can significantly influence custody decisions in Illinois. When one parent attempts to manipulate a child into rejecting the other parent, it can damage the parent-child relationship and affect the court’s view of the alienating parent. Illinois courts view this type of behavior as undermining the best interests of the child, which is the primary standard […]