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- Holiday Co-Parenting Tips: How First-Time Co-Parents Can Navigate Child Custody During the Holiday Season
Nov 21, 2025
The holiday season is stressful for many families, but if you’re a first-time co-parent in Illinois, this time of year can feel These practical, easy-to-follow 1. Review Your Illinois Parenting Plan Early Illinois no longer uses the terms For Which parent has each holiday Exact start and end times Exchange locations Travel restrictions Holiday-specific rules Re-reading your plan before the holidays can prevent confusion, arguments, and last-minute scrambling. 2. Communicate Holiday...Read More - What Should You Know About Divorce and Hidden Assets in Illinois?
Oct 16, 2025
Suspecting your spouse of hiding assets adds even more confusion and complexity to your divorce. Unfortunately, it’s more common than people realize, especially in high-asset divorce cases. Though Illinois requires both parties to fully disclose their financial assets, that doesn’t always mean both parties will, or if they do, This guide provides a helpful overview of how to uncover hidden assets and explores the legal options you have to protect your financial future. Why...Read More - Financial Planning After Divorce in Illinois: Steps Toward Stability
Sep 23, 2025
Divorce is a major life transition. Along with emotional challenges, it often brings new financial responsibilities that can feel overwhelming at first. One of the first questions many people ask is, “ At Katz, Goldstein & Warren, we help clients face these changes with clarity, confidentiality, and confidence. With careful planning and trusted legal guidance, you can protect your stability and begin building your future. Understanding Your New Financial Picture The first step is to...Read More - Divorce Mediation or Litigation in Illinois: Finding the Right Path
Aug 22, 2025
When facing At Katz, Goldstein & Warren, we work with families across Illinois, including Cook, Lake, DuPage, McHenry, Counties, to explain their divorce options and help them choose the approach that best supports their needs while keeping their children’s best interests at the forefront. Understanding Divorce Mediation in Illinois Mediation Mediation can be especially helpful when couples want to preserve a co-parenting relationship for the sake of their children. It often allows for more...Read More - How to Handle Summer Custody Disputes in Illinois When Your Parenting Plan Falls Apart
Jul 22, 2025
If your parenting plan isn’t going as expected this summer, you’re not alone. For many families in Illinois, summer can bring flexibility, but also friction. Vacation schedules, out-of-state travel, and missed pick-ups can quickly turn a peaceful co-parenting arrangement into a source of stress. So what can you do if your summer parenting plan starts to unravel? Here’s what Illinois parents need to know, and what steps you can take if your co-parent isn’t following...Read More - Can I Change My Divorce Agreement Years Later in Illinois?
Jun 20, 2025
Life rarely stays the same after a divorce. Over time, job changes, relocation, health issues, or shifting family responsibilities can make parts of your original court order feel outdated or unfair. If your current situation is very different from what it was when your divorce was finalized, you may be wondering: The good news is: yes, under the right conditions, Illinois law does allow you to revisit and revise certain parts of your divorce...Read More - Illinois Maintenance Laws Have Changed—Could Your Support Order Be Affected?
May 21, 2025
If you're going through a divorce or thinking about modifying a past agreement, you should know that Illinois updated its Whether you expect to pay maintenance or receive it, understanding how the law now applies is key to protecting your financial future and making informed decisions. What Is Maintenance in Illinois? Maintenance is financial support that one spouse may be required to pay the other after Courts consider multiple factors when awarding maintenance,...Read More - When the Court Appoints a Child Advocate in Illinois: What Parents Need to Know
Apr 9, 2025
Child custody disputes can be some of the most emotionally challenging and legally complex parts of a family law case. At When parents can’t agree on custody, Illinois courts may appoint a neutral third party attorney – known as a child advocate – to help determine what arrangement best serves the child’s needs. These advocates play a powerful role in shaping custody decisions, often influencing parenting time, parental responsibilities, and long-term outcomes. In this...Read More - Parental Alienation and Custody: Recognizing, Proving, and Fighting Back
Mar 19, 2025
Parental alienation is a complex and emotionally charged issue that can significantly impact This guide will help you identify the signs of alienation, gather evidence, and take effective legal steps to address the issue. What Is Parental Alienation? Parental alienation involves tactics used by one parent to manipulate a child into rejecting or disliking the other parent. These behaviors can be subtle or overt but often include false accusations, negative comments, or emotional manipulation...Read More - Navigating Post-Divorce Modifications: When and How to Update Custody, Support, or Alimony Agreements
Feb 14, 2025
Life is full of changes, and for divorced individuals, these changes often require revisiting custody, support, or When Are Post-Divorce Modifications Necessary? Significant Changes in Income or Employment One of the most common reasons for seeking a post-divorce modification is a significant change in income. Whether due to a job loss, promotion, or a shift in career, changes in financial circumstances can impact the ability to pay or receive Relocation of a Parent...Read More