My divorce case was tried and I lost on a major issue. My lawyer was discussing the possibility of appeal. Please explain the basics about the time-lines for an appeal? First, see the Gitlin Law Firm's Q&A regarding trial of your divorce case. The first step is often to bring a motion for … [Read more...] about Appeals of Illinois Divorce Cases: The Gitlin Law Firm
Modification of your Divorce, Divorce Appeals, and Payment of College
Modify Your Illinois Divorce Judgment
Modification Generally The entry of the divorce judgment may not be the last time you or your (former) spouse are in court for your divorce. Child support, child custody [called allocation of parental responsibilities], alimony, and other provisions are generally subject to modification or change … [Read more...] about Modify Your Illinois Divorce Judgment
Change of Child Custody / Order Allocating Parental Responsibilities
In Illinois we call "custody modification" by the longer name: Modification of Parental Responsibilities. It can involve: 1) decision-making and 2) parenting time. Especially with the changes in the law regarding custody modification, consult with an experienced divorce lawyer if you have any … [Read more...] about Change of Child Custody / Order Allocating Parental Responsibilities
Relocation – Moving the Children’s Primary Residence
Illinois law calls moving more than a certain number of miles or moving out of state as "relocation." Illinois' relocation law applies to the parents with equal parenting time or the primary residential parent. How far can the child's equal or primary caretaker move without seeking … [Read more...] about Relocation – Moving the Children’s Primary Residence
Post High School Education in Illinois Divorce and Paternity Cases
Illinois divorce courts can order a parent to pay for a child's college education. Illinois in the minority of states where payment for college expenses can be ordered without an agreement between the parents. Illinois divorce and paternity law calls this "post-high school educational expenses" … [Read more...] about Post High School Education in Illinois Divorce and Paternity Cases
