Co-Parenting

Cohabitation vs. Marriage: What the Research Says

As family dynamics continue to evolve, more couples are choosing to live together rather than get married. A recent article from the Institute for Family Studies, titled “Cohabitation is Popular, but It’s Still No Replacement for Marriage”, explores this trend in depth. The article highlights key findings, including: More adults ages 18–44 have cohabited than…

Hope for High Conflict Parents

The Illinois Supreme Court has made it easier for co-parents suffering high conflict relationships. With the adoption of Illinois Supreme Court Rule 909, courts can now require parents to use a parenting coordinator to resolve ongoing parenting disagreements. Rule 909 defines “parenting coordination” as “a child-focused alternative dispute resolution process conducted by a licensed mental…