Lombard, IL Child Custody Lawyers

Skilled Attorneys Representing Clients in Child Custody Cases in Lombard, Illinois

There is nothing more important than family. Parents want to be sure that they will always be there for their children, no matter what happens in their lives. Unfortunately, this can sometimes be difficult when parents choose to end their relationship. In these cases, disagreements may arise about where children will live, how decisions will be made about important parts of their lives, and other child-related matters. Resolving these disputes can be difficult, but a skilled family law attorney can provide guidance and legal representation while ensuring that children's best interests are protected.

At A. Traub & Associates, we take pride in helping mothers and fathers develop parenting plans and custody arrangements for their children in the wake of a divorce, separation, or breakup. We also know that, as time goes by, these arrangements will need to be reviewed and amended to meet the ever-changing needs of children and parents. We are here to help you make sure your family will be prepared for the future.

Attorneys Helping Address Parental Responsibilities

Courts in Illinois encourage parents to put their children's needs first when addressing concerns related to child custody. In fact, the law states that the best interests of the child are the foremost factor that should be considered when determining what arrangements will be put in place. Joint custody or shared parental responsibilities are preferred in most cases, and parents are expected to work together to address their children's needs and make decisions about how they will be raised.

At A. Traub & Associates, we can help you develop a parenting plan that will allocate parental responsibilities between you and the other parent. Depending on how you have handled these matters in the past and what would be the best ways to provide for your children's needs, you may agree that you will share equal responsibility, or either parent may have the primary responsibility in areas such as decisions about medical care or choices related to education.

The goal of a parenting plan is to ensure that both parents can be closely involved in their children's lives. It is also meant to help the parents work together and put their children first rather than becoming involved in heated child custody battles.

Lawyers for Parenting Time and Visitation

A parenting plan will also address visitation, which is known as parenting time in Illinois. Each parent is presumed to have the right to reasonable parenting time with their child. In some cases, parenting time may be divided equally, but other schedules may be used depending on what would work best for your family.

If you believe that you deserve more parenting time than you currently have, or if the other parent is keeping you from seeing your child, our attorneys can help you protect your rights. We can also assist you in keeping your child safe through parenting time limitations when you believe that the other parent presents a danger to your child.

Modifying an Existing Child Custody Order

If you have been divorced for some time and have a child custody order in place, there are a variety of reasons that it could be changed. A significant change in circumstances is usually required to request a modification, and adjustments may be made to the allocation of parental responsibilities or parenting time based on new work schedules, a parent's plans to move to a new location, health issues that have affected parents or children, or other life changes.

Before you begin the modification process, we can help you understand the steps you will need to take to help keep your child's best interest as your top priority. We will work with you to request modifications, and we will advocate for solutions that will meet your children's needs while protecting your parental rights.

Contact Our Lombard, Illinois Child Custody Attorneys

To learn more about how our lawyers can help address issues related to child custody, parenting time, and the allocation of parental responsibilities, contact A. Traub & Associates. We will provide the sound legal advice you need while working hard to advocate on your behalf. Call 630-426-0196 to schedule your introductory consultation today at our offices in Lombard or Arlington Heights. Our firm is proud to serve clients throughout DuPage County, Kane County, Will County, and Cook County.