The termination of parental rights in Illinois explained, brings an irreversible change to a family’s dynamic, enacted when a parent is considered ‘unfit’ or in cases of voluntary surrender. Central to this legal process are the safety and best interests of the child. Our explanation guide walks you through the reasons behind termination, from severe neglect to criminal convictions, and outlines both involuntary and voluntary procedures, providing a comprehensive view.
October 18, 2024
When someone who is not the biological father signs the birth certificate, it is paternity fraud. Paternity fraud occurs when someone other than the true parent is declared or identified as such and they then become responsible for providing child support, custody rights and medical decision making authority over inheritance matters.
October 10, 2024
If you have children and are filing for a Dissolution of Marriage, or there is another active case (such as dissolution or parentage) regarding your child, you will usually have to ask for parental responsibilities until the proceedings have concluded. It is also in everyone’s best interest for the Petitioner (person filing for divorce) to submit their Dissolution in the county the child and other parent live.
September 5, 2024
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