Posted on December 00, 0000 in Family Law

Although divorce is rarely easy, divorcing parents of a special needs child have even more decisions to make during the allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time, as well as when determining child support. A special needs child could have physical or developmental disabilities or other life-changing medical conditions.

The needs of the child will, by necessity, impact virtually every aspect of a couple’s divorce. If you are the parent of a special needs child who is facing divorce, it is important that you have an experienced St. Charles, IL family law attorney to guide you through the process.  

What Areas of Divorce Are Impacted by a Special Needs Child?

Parents of special needs children understand that the needs of the child alter virtually every aspect of their lives. When a divorce occurs, it is no surprise that the needs of the child change almost every aspect of the divorce – often in unexpected ways. The primary ways a divorce will be impacted by a special needs child include:

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