Park Ridge Family Law Attorneys For Visitation Rights
Lawyers for Child Visitation and Parenting Time in Cook County and DuPage County
When you are a parent, your children are likely the most important part of your life, and you spend much of your time caring for them and ensuring that their needs are met. If your relationship with your children's other parent has broken down, and you expect to get a divorce, you will want to make sure you can continue to provide the daily care your children deserve. To protect your parental rights and ensure that you and your children will be together as much as possible following your divorce, you will want to secure representation from an experienced family law attorney.
The lawyers of Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC are dedicated to fighting for your rights and protecting your children's best interests. We are ready to do what it takes to make sure you have the most parenting time with your children, and we will aggressively advocate for an outcome that allows you to meet their needs.
Parenting Time & Visitation Under Illinois Law
Historically, when a couple got divorced, one parent was designated the "custodial parent," while the other was granted a certain amount of "visitation" with their children. However, these terms are no longer used in Illinois. Under the state's current laws, the time that both parents spend caring for children is known as "parenting time," and each parent has the right to a reasonable amount of time with their children.
A divorce decree or judgment will include a parenting plan that details how parents will share parental responsibilities, and it will also include a schedule for how parenting time will be divided. This schedule should specify which parent children will stay with on regular weekdays and weekends, and it should also address special days outside of the regular schedule, such as holidays, vacations from school, birthdays, or other important days.
Illinois courts prefer that parents work together to create an agreed parenting plan. However, there are times when this may be impossible, either because the levels of acrimony or hostility between the parties are too high, or because they simply cannot reach a compromise. In these cases, the final decisions about how to allocate parenting time may be left up to a judge.
If your negotiations with your ex-spouse regarding parenting time have reached an impasse, and it becomes necessary to resolve these matters through litigation in court, our lawyers are prepared to advocate on your behalf and show why you should receive the parenting time you are requesting. We can demonstrate why you are best able to provide for your children's needs, including tracing how you have cared for your children historically and providing examples of how you are able to facilitate a relationship between your children and the other party.
If you have concerns about your children's safety due to your ex-spouse's substance abuse, mental illness, or other health issues, we can ask for restrictions to be placed on the other parent's parenting time. We can also help you understand the best ways to work with custody evaluators or other professionals who are involved in your case.
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"I needed an attorney who would fight for me and also keep me focused, and Maxine had my back."Maxine was very professional and worked efficiently to complete our case. Highly recommend!- Gloria B.
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"As a client of WKO, I highly recommend Amanda Oliver."She has extensive experience to address family law issues efficiently and effectively. She is direct, informative, knowledgeable, resourceful and well-respected in the legal community. I love how she anticipates and mitigates potential issues, strategizes next steps, and keeps me informed along the way. If you have to go thru the divorce process, you want Amanda in your corner. HIGHLY recommend!- Angela L.
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"Divorce isn’t always easy but Maxine and her team at WKO make it so."Maxine and her team have exceeded my expectations. Focused on the family and doing the right thing for everyone involved. Most importantly, my children. I’m deeply grateful for her efforts.- Stephen G.
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"I am so glad I chose Amanda & her team."I highly recommend Amanda Oliver & her team at Weiss-Kunz & Oliver. Everyone I dealt with was professional, empathetic & compassionate. They make their clients their priority. Their fee structure was fair & very transparent.- Amy S.
Contact an Elmhurst Parenting Time Lawyer
Whether you expect to have the majority or minority of the parenting time with your children following your divorce, you need a legal advocate on your side who can ensure that your children's best interests are protected. At Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC, our lawyers will fight for your parental rights and help you reach an outcome that will allow you to be the best parent you possibly can for your children.
To schedule a consultation, contact us today at (312) 605-4041. We serve clients in Cook County and DuPage County, including Chicago, Park Ridge, Skokie, Lincolnwood, River Forest, Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Burr Ridge, and Hinsdale.
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Mediation & Collaborative Law ExperienceOur attorneys are committed to helping clients explore alternate dispute resolution options, as we believe it empowers individuals to maintain control over the outcome of their case. This collaborative approach not only reduces conflict but often leads to more satisfying and lasting resolutions, ensuring our clients are happier with both the process and the result.
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Boutique Feel, High-Level ExperienceWe provide a tailored, deeply personal approach to family law, combining years of high-level experience with a commitment to understanding your specific needs. Our goal is to guide you through every stage of divorce with empathy, ensuring your family’s future is protected and your peace of mind restored.
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Personalized Service, Exceptional ValueWe pride ourselves on offering the same high level of expertise and experience as other boutique family law firms in downtown Chicago, Park Ridge, and Elmhurst. Our commitment to providing clients with more reasonable fees and direct access to the founding members of our firm, ensuring personalized attention and a deep, hands-on approach to each case.
