To determine who has custody of a child when the parents are not married in Illinois, the courts will begin by considering whether parentage was established. For biological mothers who are unmarried, parentage is automatically established. In most cases, the mother will retain sole legal and residential custody until the father establishes parentage. Unmarried fathers often hire a family law attorney to help them prove paternity, so they can enjoy parenting rights and responsibilities.  What … [Read more...]

Individuals can find an attorney that works well for them through references, interviews, and other resources. For many people considering divorce or dealing with child custody issues, finding a child custody attorney to help them resolve custody issues is a top priority. What do Child Custody Attorneys Do? Family law attorneys handle many types of cases dealing with divorces and custody issues. However, child custody attorneys focus on cases dealing with custody issues. They can help … [Read more...]