Custody Modification Lawyer in Chicago
As children grow, it sometimes becomes necessary to modify an existing child custody and visitation order, and with it, a child support order may need to be modified as well.
The request to modify a child custody order could be in response to the needs of the child — an older child may have requested a change in order to be in a different school district, or to be closer to school or friends, or for other reasons. One parent may seek to limit the other parent's visitation because of parental unfitness due to drug or alcohol use, or abuse issues.
The changing situation of a parent may also necessitate a change:
- Work schedules or required travel
- Illness of a parent
- Parental relocation for work, to be closer to family, or remarriage
At the Law Offices of Michael L. Shevick, we are attuned to the needs of our clients in these sensitive matters. If you need to ask the court to modify an existing child custody order, we can help. Contact our Chicago law office online or call 312-269-4600 to speak with Illinois family law attorney Michael L. Shevick or a member of his well-trained staff.
Parental/Child Relocation
It's very important for parents to understand that they cannot move a child out of state, or even a significant distance to another town in Illinois, without asking the family court for approval. If you move without permission and the other parent goes to court, the child could be removed from your custody and brought back to Chicago. You could be held in contempt for violating a court order.
If you are planning to move, you must give the other parent notice of your intent. Then you must get court approval for the move. If both parents agree to the move, chances are the court will also agree. However, if the parent living in Chicago disagrees and does not want the child to move, you will need to make a strong case in family court as to why you should be allowed to move your child from the state.
There are a number of reasons that the court will consider valid. At the bottom of any case for modification of a child custody order is that it must be a benefit to the child. It must improve the child's lifestyle and/or education. It must enhance the parent-child relationship and must take into consideration the child's relationship with the other parent. Money, alone, is not a sufficient reason to move a child away from a parent.
Attorney Michael L. Shevick has been handling divorce, child custody and child support cases for over 20 years and has a long track record of achieving favorable results for his clients. He has been appointed to represent children in family law cases over 100 times. He will put your needs and the need of your children first.
Contact Our Chicago, Illinois, Collaborative Law Firm Today
Whether you are seeking a modification of child custody or want to prevent your child from being removed from Illinois, we can help. Schedule a consultation with family law attorney Michael L. Shevick. Contact our Chicago office online or call 312-269-4600. For your convenience, we accept Visa and MasterCard.
