July 11, 2025 / Family Law Blog

Which Protective Order Is Right for Me?

If someone is threatening, harassing, or abusing you in Illinois, you might be able to get a court order to help keep them away. These are called protective orders or orders of protection, and they can offer legal protection and peace of mind when you’re dealing with a dangerous or hostile situation. Illinois law allows […]

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May 9, 2025 / Family Law Blog

Deviating From the Illinois Child Support Guidelines

Calculating the child support that a non-custodial parent pays in Chicago is based on the guidelines established by Illinois law. This framework creates a system that the courts will follow when determining payment in each child support case. Sometimes, the court may deviate from the child support guidelines when the circumstances warrant it. Considerations for […]

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May 7, 2025 / Family Law Blog

Steps for Getting an Order of Protection in Chicago, IL

An Order of Protection is a civil order that prevents someone from doing something, which is why protection orders are also known as restraining orders. Generally, protection orders “restrain” offenders from continuing to subject victims to acts of domestic violence. They may be obtained in civil court, through divorce proceedings, or in a criminal proceeding. […]

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May 7, 2025 / Family Law Blog

3 Types of Orders of Protection in Illinois

In Illinois, victims of abuse, harassment, or threats can seek legal protection through an order of protection. These court-issued directives are designed to prevent further harm and establish clear legal boundaries between the petitioner (the person seeking protection) and the respondent (the accused individual). Generally speaking, there are three types of orders of protection in […]

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