Parenting
Grandparent Visitation in Illinois
By Evan Compton, Divorce and Family Law Attorney When a couple with children goes through a divorce, parenting time and decision-making authority are two of the biggest concerns. Depending on how the marriage is dissolved, it’s possible that other relationships in the children’s lives will be affected—including those with their…
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Child Relocation During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Marvin Mendez, Divorce and Family Law Attorney Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and increased remote work possibilities, we’ve seen a much higher volume of child relocation cases come through our office. The unique circumstances caused by the pandemic have led parents to seek lower cost of living,…
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Does Child Support Cover School Fees?
By Joshua Stern, Divorce and Family Law Attorney With back-to-school season in full swing, I’ve had many parents asking if child support can cover school fees. While it technically can cover school fees, this is typically not the best use of child support money—and here’s why. What does child support…
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Different Ways to Handle Parenting Time During a Divorce
By Joshua Stern, Divorce and Family Law Attorney When I work with clients who have a child or children, nothing is more important than honoring the best interest of the child. One of the first questions divorcing parents typically ask me is how they will decide custody. What used to…
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Understanding the Difference Between a Guardian Ad Litem and Child Representative
By Amy Silberstein, Divorce and Family Law Attorney When dissolving a marriage between a couple who has children, it is critically important to make all decisions with the child or children’s best interests in mind. At Stern Mendez, we often work with a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) or Child Representative…
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