Family Law

Custody

Expert child custody representation in Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods. Protecting your parental rights and your children's best interests.

What is Custody Law?

In Illinois, "custody" is addressed as the allocation of parental responsibilities (decision-making) and parenting time (where the child lives and the schedule). Courts focus on the child's best interests—considering factors like each parent's involvement, the child's needs, safety, and stability—when crafting or approving parenting plans. Whether you're establishing an initial plan, modifying an order, or addressing enforcement issues, K D Law Chicago provides clear guidance and strategic advocacy to protect your relationship with your child and promote their well-being.

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Decision-Making

Allocation of parental responsibilities for education, healthcare, religion, and extracurricular activities—sole or joint—tailored to your child's needs.

Parenting Time

Building practical schedules—week-on/week-off, alternating weekends, holidays, and travel—while prioritizing routine, school, and child care logistics.

Support & Expenses

Illinois income-shares child support plus allocations for health insurance, childcare, and extracurriculars to meet the child's day-to-day needs.

Modify & Enforce

Adjusting orders for substantial changes in circumstance and enforcing compliance when parenting time or decision-making terms are violated.

How Can We Help?

Our custody practice centers on protecting your bond with your child. We craft practical parenting plans, advocate for fair support, and move quickly when safety or stability is at stake—always guided by the child's best interests under Illinois law.

Parenting Plans & Schedules

Design weekday/weekend routines, holiday rotations, travel protocols, and exchanges that fit school, work, and childcare realities.

Decision-Making Authority

Structure sole or joint responsibility for education, healthcare, religion, and activities—clear roles that reduce conflict.

Child Support & Expenses

Calculate Illinois income-shares support and allocate health insurance, childcare, medical, and extracurricular costs fairly.

Relocation / Move-Away

Advise on in-state or out-of-state moves, notice requirements, negotiated revisions, or court approval to preserve stability.

Modify & Enforce Orders

Pursue modifications for substantial changes in circumstance and enforce parenting time or decision-making terms when violations occur.

Safety & Emergency Relief

Seek temporary orders, supervised visitation, or protective measures when immediate action is necessary to protect a child.

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Why Choose K D Law Chicago for Custody?

When it comes to your child's future, you need a law firm that combines compassionate guidance with strong courtroom advocacy. We help parents protect what matters most—their relationship with their child.

Parent and attorney discussing custody strategy

Focused Custody Expertise

We understand the nuances of Illinois custody law—from parenting time and decision-making to relocation and enforcement—so your case strategy is always informed and precise.

Child-Centered Advocacy

Every decision and recommendation is made with your child's emotional and physical wellbeing in mind—helping build a stable, nurturing environment post-separation.

Strategic & Solution-Oriented

Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we pursue the most effective path to protect your parental rights and achieve lasting, workable solutions.

Responsive, Compassionate Counsel

We communicate clearly, act quickly, and treat every client with empathy—so you always know your options, next steps, and have confidence in your case.

Custody Advocacy at a Glance

  • 150+ Parenting Plans Crafted
  • Focused on Child’s Best Interests
  • Trusted by Chicago Families
  • Proven Courtroom & Mediation Success

Navigating custody disputes in Illinois? Let K D Law Chicago guide you with clear strategy, compassionate advocacy, and unwavering protection of your parental rights.

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