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Child Custody & Support

Cook County Child Custody and Support Lawyer

The issues in divorce surrounding children — their custodial arrangements and financial care — are often emotionally charged. Parents, in their rage or resentment against a former spouse, sometimes allow their children to be pawns in a game of control. A game no one essentially wins, least of all the children.

At S.A.M. LAW, LLC in the Greater Chicagoland Area, we listen, we provide solutions, we empower. Our work with clients in resolving child custody and support issues is focused on minimizing disputes and maximizing the possibility of a brighter future, especially for children. Contact us today.

A Straightforward Look at Child Support

  • We approach child support in the same way that Illinois courts do, in a straightforward manner looking at the numbers that will determine how much you can expect to pay or receive.
  • The courts are also firmly in favor of serving the best needs of children in divorce. Our firm shares this view and works to help parents remain child-focused as they work through divorce matters.
  • In determining child support, the assumption is that both parents have a duty to support children. The percentage you pay is based on factors outlined by Illinois statutes. Attorney Susan A. Marks understands the system and educates clients so that they also understand how support is determined.

Custody is Attainable

  • Parents, especially fathers, worry that obtaining primary residential custody is a nearly impossible task. If you seek primary or sole custody of your children, we encourage you to speak to our lawyer, Susan A. Marks. Given the right set of conditions, custody may not be as difficult as it first may seem.
  • We inform our clients that custody is attainable, but given only the right set of circumstances and behaviors. The court considers such factors as mental and emotional stability, lifestyle behaviors, addiction and overall child security.
  • At S.A.M. LAW, LLC, we always work to avoid a custody battle in court. These situations are always painful and damaging to all parties involved.

For information on how we can help you through the emotional and often difficult process of determining custody and support of your children in divorce, contact S.A.M. LAW, LLC today for a free initial consultation.

The Arlington Heights, Illinois firm of S.A.M. LAW, LLC serves clients in the Greater Chicagoland Area, including the cities of Chicago, Rolling Meadows, Elk Grove Village, Mount Prospect, Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Palatine, Wheeling, Buffalo Grove, Prospect Heights, Inverness, South Barrington, Barrington, Northbrook, Bridgeview, Skokie, Morton Grove, Niles, Lincolnwood, Wilmette and Winnetka, and the following counties: Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane and McHenry.

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Susan A. Marks

121 S. Wilke Road, Suite 201
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Telephone: 847.255.9925
Fax: 847.577.2223

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