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Child Support

Welcome Caylie Carter to Allison & Mosby-Scott

Caylie Carter is an attorney at Allison & Mosby-Scott who is dedicated to guiding clients…
Business & Commercial Law

How a Prenuptial Agreement Can Affect a High-Income or High-Asset Divorce

While every divorce comes with a set of challenges, high income divorces are unique. They…
Family Law

Domestic Violence: Legal Remedies and Resources

Domestic violence is a difficult topic, but awareness is essential. In 2024, the Illinois Domestic…
Child Support
Attorney Jordan Corbett joins AMS
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Custody
Navigating Father’s Day During Divorce
Long road of child support
Child Support
The Long Road of Child Support Obligation
Family Law
Amendments to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) in 2025
Family Law
AMS Welcome Thomas Sanner
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Divorce
Tips for a Smooth Divorce

Family Law Videos

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What Factors Do Illinois Courts Consider in Granting Custody?

What are the Most Common Types of Arrangements for Children’s Living Situations Post Divorce?

If There is A Lot of Conflict Between My Spouse and I, is Joint Custody Still a Possibility?

How is Custody and Child Support Decided When Dealing With Children of Unwed Parents?

Can Both Parents Have Equal Rights and Decision-Making Powers regarding Their Children?

At What Age Can a Child Choose Which Parent He or She Wishes to Live With?

Under What Circumstances Can the Custodial Parent Move with Them to Another State?

How Can Primary Parenting Rights be Taken Away from the Parent to Whom They Were Assigned?

Family Law Litigation

What Happens When a Litigation Case Goes to Court?

In Divorce Litigation, Is There Always a Trial, or Is It Possible to Settle out of Court?

What Is Discovery, and When Does It Occur during the Divorce Process?

Is It Better to Litigate or Settle a Case?

What if I Don’t Agree with the Judge’s Ruling?

If One Party Decides Not To Retain a Lawyer, Will He or She be Held to the Same Standards in Court?

Child Support

Can Co-Parents Force the Other to Pay for Their Children’s College Tuition?

Can Child Support be Increased or Reduced if Circumstances Change?

What are the Changes Regarding the New Maintnence Law in 2019?

When Does Child Support Typically End?

After Divorce, Are Both Parents Responsible for Paying for College for Their Children?

Mediation

What Types of Issues in a Divorce or Family Case Can be Resolved Through Mediation?

How Long Does a Typical Mediation Process Take and How Much Does it Cost?

What Are the Advantages of Using Mediation to Settle a Divorce Case?

Can You Mediate Specific Issues Without Having to Mediate the Whole Case?