Can You Have Custody of the Family Pet in an Illinois Divorce?

Divorces are difficult. Sometimes the things that once brought a couple closer, and were the source of great happiness, can be the sources of bitter

Unique Divorce Issues in Military Families

Divorce is a complicated part of life regardless of you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse’s careers. However, certain unique issues may arise when your or your spouse

Leaving the State With Your Child After A Divorce

Separating from your spouse can have a permanent impact on your life, especially if you and your ex-spouse have children. The impact is most obvious

Orders of Protection for Victims of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a serious and pervasive problem in our society. According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, nearly three out of every 10 women and

Does Cheating Affect a Divorce's Outcome?

Cheating, along with lack of commitment and too much arguing, is one of the most common reasons given for divorce. Often, divorcing parties wonder whether one

Domestic Abuse Findings Can Affect Gun Rights

Domestic abuse is one of the most damaging types of violence in our society. It hurts both the individual being abused and the family as

Relocating a Child After Divorce

When parents divorce, the issues surrounding child custody will affect them until their children are grown. While this includes visitation schedules, it also includes restrictions on what

As Circumstances Change, So Can Child Support

Divorce is never easy, but it becomes much more complicated when the parties have children in common. Both child support and child custody can be highly contentious

Domestic Violence Survivors Can Keep Their Addresses Confidential

Domestic violence is an ongoing and terrible problem both in the United States and all over the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and

Emancipation of Minors: The So-Called Divorcing of One's Parents

Part of being a teenager is the occasional disagreement with one’s parents. But in some rare cases, the parent-child relationship is so troubled that a

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