Overview
A parent's potential financial obligations and child custody rights in the aftermath of a separation or divorce require careful consideration. The stakes simply cannot be understated. Be it financial or emotional, the right attorney can make all the difference in the pursuit of your goals. It's best not to gamble with your financial and emotional well-being by representing yourself. Emotions often run high between litigants in family court. For that reason alone, it's best that one retain legal counsel to effectively advocate for the best possible outcome under the circumstances. The cool-headedness and expertise of experienced legal counsel could tip the scales in negotiations or litigation.
Orders of Protection, Stalking No Contact Orders
The filing of orders of protection (aka OPs) has become so prevalent that they have their own courtroom in some counties (e.g. Peoria County). And contrary to what some believe, OPs involve far more profound consequences than a simple "stay-away" order. They can also result in a respondent's eviction from their own home, curtailment their parental rights, or the revocation of their gun rights. Often, the first a person learns that an OP was filed against them is when he or she is served by a sheriff's deputy following the issuance of an emergency order by a local judge. After that, they have only three weeks to prepare a defense before the "plenary" hearing. Retaining experienced legal counsel is advised in these situations. Contact attorney Sam Snyder to learn your rights.