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By: M. Scott Gordon If you are in a same-sex marriage and you adopt a child with your spouse, are you entitled to (what was formerly known as) child custody and visitation rights in the event of divorce? And will those rights stay the same if you adopt your child while living in Chicago but […]

 Dissolving a Civil Union By: M. Scott Gordon If you are in a civil union and you want to dissolve it, do you need to hire a Chicago family law attorney? Dissolving a civil union can be just as complicated as getting divorced, and it is important to learn more by speaking with an experienced […]

Tips for Handling College Expenses During Divorce By: M. Scott Gordon It is important for divorced parents to plan a conversation about college expenses, according to a recent article from U.S. News & World Report. Thinking carefully about how financial aid will be handled for your child can have a significant impact on the total […]

Cook County State’s Attorney on Costs of Child Support Collections By: M. Scott Gordon Who covers the costs associated with child support collections? According to a recent article from the Cook County Record, the Cook County State’s Attorney is currently working with advocates in the Chicago area for parents who are currently owed child support. […]