Child Custody Determination Factors in DuPage County, Illinois
One of the most important issues to be determined by divorcing and separating parents is the arrangements for their children. While almost every parent is committed to making sure that their children have the best living situation possible, there are often questions and disagreements that arise during the process of addressing child custody issues. An experienced family lawyer is an essential part of protecting your rights and the best interests of your children.
At the DuPage County law firm of Andrew Cores Family Law Group, our attorneys assist clients in reaching child custody arrangements (now called the allocation of parental reponsibilities under Illinois law) that meet our clients' needs and the needs of their families. Whether your disputes need to be resolved in family court or can be resolved through the use of an alternative method of resolution such as mediation, we can help you deal with the many issues that need to be considered.
Meeting the Best Interests of the Child in Parenting Arrangements
Family court judges will consider a variety of factors when determining what custody arrangements should be put in place. Their primary consideration will be the best interests of your child or children, and they will want to put arrangements in place that will allow children to live in stable, supportive environments that will allow them to grow and develop successfully. The factors that may affect child custody decisions include:
- Stability and continuity in the child's life
- The child's relationships with each of the parents
- Sibling and extended family relationships
- Each parent's ability to meet the emotional, physical, and social needs of the child
- The parents' previous levels of involvement in making important decisions for their children and providing ongoing care
- The parents' willingness to cooperate with each other to make decisions related to their child and put the child's best interests before their own desires
- The distance between the parents' homes and the transportation arrangements that may be put in place to carry out the parenting time schedule
- Any concerns about abuse or other issues that could affect children's safety and well-being
These are only a few of the factors that may play a role in child custody and parental responsibility disputes. Our firm can prepare you for what to expect in the process so that you are not surprised in court or in mediation. We can work with you to investigate the facts of your situation, and we can provide comprehensive representation as you negotiate agreements that will protect your children's best interests.
Contact Our DuPage County Child Custody Dispute Attorneys
At Andrew Cores Family Law Group, our attorneys can help you protect your parental rights and ensure that you will be able to provide for the best interests of your children. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation by calling 630-407-1225. We represent clients in DuPage County and Kendall County.
