Child Custody & Visitation

Child Custody and Visitation Representation

From Wheaton and the Loop

Whether you are married to the other parent of your child and are seeking a divorce, or have never been married, child custody is a sensitive issue that often causes a great deal of stress and anxiety. Our lawyers at Esp, Kreuzer, Cores & McLaughlin, LLP Link to Firm Overview strives to ease the uncertainty and emotions that custody matters often involve. We take the time to explain our clients' options and the approach that may be used in seeking a resolution to the matter, such as mediation or collaborative law. Contact us to discuss your child custody case.

There are many factors that affect the way in which child custody is awarded, but the most important factor is the best interests of the children. We encourage our clients to keep this factor in mind while pursuing the establishment of a custody, parenting time, or visitation agreement. We represent clients throughout the course of the custody evaluation, during which a psychologist is utilized to analyze the child's life and determine the best way for custody to be awarded.

Modifications

Once a child custody and/or visitation order is established, it is not permanent. If there are substantial changes in circumstance, or a disputed aspect of the judgment, a modification to the order can be sought. Our firm confidently handles modifications to child custody, visitation, parenting time, and any other agreements that may have been established. However, it is important to know that it is difficult to modify a child custody order within 2 years of the initial establishment of the order. For a modification to take place within these first 2 years, there must be serious endangerment or a substantial change in circumstances.

Relocation

One aspect of custody cases that is often an issue is parental relocation. We provide representation to parents wishing to relocate and take their children with them out-of-state. Specific guidelines must be followed when seeking a modification to the custody order based on relocation and the court's approval must be secured before a relocation can take place.

Contact an attorney at Esp, Kreuzer, Cores & McLaughlin, LLP today through this Web site or by calling (630) 871-1002. We can help you understand your rights under the Illinois child custody laws.