Illinois Child Custody Lawyers

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How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical custody. Usually, both parents are … more
What Happens To Custody When One Parent Needs To Relocate?
Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go. There are federal laws that prohibit a … more
Can Grandparents Have Visitation With Their Grandchildren If Their Son Or Daughter Is Divorced From The Other Parent?
If a custodial parent does not allow grandparents visitation with their grandchildren the grandparents will need a court order. Before allowing a non-parental visitation order the … more

Do I Need the Other Parent's Permission to Move Out-of-State With Our Child?
If you have custody of your child, you and your child should be able to move out of state without anyone else’s permission, right? Wrong! Most states have enacted laws that prohibit custodial parents from taking their children and moving out of state without notice to the court and/or the other parent. These laws are designed to prevent a custodial parent from removing a … more
What should I do if I am dissatisfied with my lawyer in my custody case?
It is not uncommon, particularly in the area of family law, for a client to become frustrated and unhappy with his or her lawyer. After all, family law cases, and custody cases in particular, tend to be highly stressful, emotional, prolonged proceedings that are generally not a whole lot of fun for all parties involved. The negativity in such cases can be overwhelming, to the point … more

Relative Caregiver Placement Agreement
Use this form as your legal agreement with the DCFS for placement of a child who is related to you. (CFS 458)
Cook County Temporary Custody Hearing Results Form
This form is used by the DCFS immediately following a hearing giving the results of the hearing. (CFS 462-1)
Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit - Case Management Order Child Custody
This form is used by the court to order a case management study for child custody.
Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit - Temporary Custody Order
This form is used by the court to issue a temporary custody order for the juvenile.