On Sunday, September 30, 2018, Denise Erlich will be a guest speaker at a divorce seminar in Naperville. Learn more and sign up today.
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Terminating Parental Rights in Illinois

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When a child's complete separation from a parent is warranted in Illinois, the courts may terminate parental rights as part of an adoption by someone else or as part of a juvenile case when abuse, neglect or abandonment is proved. Parents, guardians, or other family members may file a petition to terminate a parent's legal rights. Unless the parent in question voluntarily consents to the termination, the process requires the court to evaluate the fitness of the parent and whether terminating the … [Read more...]

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Under a New Bill, Illinois May Soon Find Out if Equal Parenting Is Really Best for the Kids

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The Illinois Fathers for Equality, a statewide advocacy group, and State Rep. La Shawn Ford are hoping to pass an equal shared parenting bill known as HB 4113. This bill will help resolve the issue of co-parenting, giving both parents the opportunity to spend equal time in the upbringing of their children following a divorce or separation. This would be a big change from the current allowances that family courts give. The Current Parenting Time Arrangements HB 4113 would address the current … [Read more...]

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Does Your Custody Case Warrant An Emergency Hearing?

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In cases where a child could come to immediate harm or risks removal from the state, parents can seek emergency hearings to obtain parental responsibility. While these cases often come with large amounts of stress, the process for seeking emergency hearings is relatively simple. Understanding the Circumstances for Emergency Hearings If a parent wishes to attend an emergency hearing, he or she will be required to file a petition with the court that indicates that there is an emergency situation … [Read more...]

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Sometimes Fault Matters in a No-Fault Divorce State

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Certain states such as Illinois are "no-fault" states, which means that these states' courts won't be interested in the underlying reasons for a divorce. No-fault normally allows couples to divorce without requiring a reason other than one of the spouses wants to end the marriage. However, there are certain exceptions to the no-fault rule that couples need to keep in mind. Fault is Still Useable in Court While a state may be no-fault in nature when it comes to divorce, fault can still be … [Read more...]

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Preparing for a Custody Evaluation

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The custody evaluation process is stressful for parents since parenting rights and the residential placement of their children are typically on the line, but understanding what to expect and following these guidelines can help make the process less nerve-wracking. Heeding the Advice of a Child Custody Lawyer It's important for parents to listen to the advice provided by their lawyers. An Illinois attorney is likely to be familiar with what local custody evaluators are looking for, will be able … [Read more...]

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