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    Child Custody Lawyers

    At Bruning & Associates, P.C., our diverse, experienced team is here to advocate for the brightest possible future for your family. That includes dedicated, tenacious child custody negotiation, litigation, and appeals.

    We are here for you when you need us. Please continue reading for an overview of child custody law in Illinois, or call 815-455-3000 to schedule a free, no-obligation meeting with a child custody attorney.

    Illinois Child Custody Overview

    Child custody is called “parental responsibilities” in Illinois. You and your spouse have an opportunity to decide many different elements of custody and submit a unique plan to the court. If the judge approves your plan, it becomes final along with your divorce.

    In the event you need to resolve this issue before your divorce is final, you may be able to ask for a temporary custody order. Our attorneys are highly experienced with these temporary parental responsibility requests.

    Child Custody Law in Illinois

    Each state handles custody differently. There are generally two categories of custody in Illinois:

    • Legal: Legal custody is the power to make important decisions for a child. These could include education, medical, and religious choices.
    • Physical: Physical custody refers to the parent or parents with whom the child lives.

    Illinois courts generally let the best interests of the child govern custody. To this end, judges have the power to consider many different aspects of each parents’ fitness — depending on the situation and the evidence presented. Courts might also consider the personal wishes of children who can express themselves independently.

    Your custody situation will be unique to your family. You might share certain responsibilities while having sole custody in other respects. Our attorneys will work diligently so that you get the agreement your children need.

    Visitation and Parenting Time

    Visitation and parenting time are closely linked to parental responsibilities, and the negotiations often take place together. Detailed, forward-thinking visitation plans often forestall conflict down the road as children mature and family situations change.

    Divorces generally split parenting time. In some cases, this can be a challenge — if your spouse intends to move out of state, for example. Our attorneys can help you create a plan that prepares you for all of the most likely scenarios.

    Other Custody Considerations

    Some families are more complex than others, but a skilled custody lawyer should be able to negotiate a fair custody plan in any situation. Here are some of the more complicated legal issues that our office is prepared to handle:

    • Guardianship and non-parental custody
    • Securing grandparent visitation rights
    • Working with child testimony
    • Establishing arguments for sole custody
    • Appealing unjust custody decisions

    Consult With an Experienced Illinois Child Custody Lawyer

    Our firm practices throughout Chicagoland with local offices in Schaumburg, Crystal Lake, and Chicago. Your family’s future is our first priority — please call 815-455-3000 at your earliest convenience to schedule your free consultation.

    WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING

    B.R.

    Many thanks to Kristine R. at Bruning and Associates for helping me with my legal issues with no judgement and plenty of empathy. She performed her duties optimally, was communicative, and helped me realize my legal rights in the situation. She is very knowledgeable and diligent, kept the case from moving forward, and would have kept fighting had it. I am very thankful for her service and the rest of Bruning and Associates’ professionalism.

    A.G.

    I was married for 17 years and had no clue what I needed to do to get a divorce. It got real when my ex survey me with papers. I panicked, he wanted everything. I called several lawyers and just couldn’t find the one until I met Goldie Ludwig. She is so good at what she does. She sat down with me and got all the details of my history and put a winning strategy together on the spot. Over the course of the next six months her strategy paid off! I had minimal loss of time and money. Thank you Goldie, you’re the best!

    BRUNING & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

    We specialize in Divorce & Family Law and represent clients throughout
    McHenry, Cook, DuPage, Lake & Kane Counties and the entire Chicagoland Area.

    Divorce

    Whether a contested, or non-contested divorce, Bruning & Associates, P.C. has the experience and dedication needed to effectively represent you.

    Child Custody

    We have been helping clients with family law and custody matters for over 20 years, allowing us to analyze cases in greater detail and achieve favorable results.

    Child Support

    We understand the goal of child custody is to reach an agreement that works for you and your children. Our team will work with you to identify your goals and work toward achieving them.

    All Family Law Matters

    Bruning & Associates, P.C. represents clients in all areas of family law. Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys.

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