Illinois Family Law Insider
All about navigating Family Law in Illinois — your trusted source for expert answers on divorce, child custody, support calculations, and all family legal matters. Each episode features Managing Partner Katie Vandeusen having meaningful conversations with our seasoned attorneys who break down complex issues into practical guidance.
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Illinois Family Law Insider
How is Custody and Visitation Decided in Illinois Family Court? - #1
Wondering how judges decide children's issues in Illinois divorces? In this Illinois Family Law Insider episode, Jeff Hughes sits down with Katie VanDeusen, Managing Partner at Sterling Hughes, to walk through the entire process. We break down:
- The two main children's issues judges must decide: allocation of parental responsibilities (decision-making) and parenting time
- The court-ordered mediation process that happens before a judge makes any decisions
- How guardian ad litems investigate and make recommendations to the court
- Realistic timelines from filing to resolution (and why "it depends" is the honest answer)
Listen in for a clear explanation of how these critical decisions are made and what factors judges consider when determining what's in your children's best interests. This foundational knowledge is essential for anyone facing a divorce involving children in Illinois.