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Chicago Child Custody and Jurisdiction By: M. Scott Gordon When can an Illinois court decide child custody matters, and when does it lack jurisdiction? The Illinois Supreme Court recently heard a case, McCormick v. Robertson, concerning subject matter jurisdiction and the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, 750 ILCS 36/201. Let’s take a closer […]

Orders of Protection in Chicago – Frequently Asked Questions By M. Scott Gordon What do you need to know about seeking an order of protection in Chicago? Illinois residents unfortunately become victims of domestic violence more frequently than most of us would like to think. When such acts of violence happen to most Illinois residents, […]

Filing for Divorce in Chicago – Am I ready to file? By M; Scott Gordon Thinking about divorce? Let alone taking the initial steps to file can be difficult and anxiety-inducing. How can you know if you’re ready to file for divorce? And if you decide that dissolving your marriage is the right course of […]

What To Look For When Hiring a Family Lawyer in Chicago By M: Scott Gordon Seeking the best legal representation for your family law case can be a difficult and anxiety-inducing task. How can you know what to look for in your Chicago family law attorney? How can you learn the right questions to ask? […]