While our firm has strong financial expertise, Michael Roe has always had a strong focus on child custody issues, including complex child custody litigation.
In Illinois law, the term “child custody” has been replaced by “allocation of parental responsibilities” and “parenting time” since January 1, 2016, under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA). The shift in terminology reflects a focus on shared parenting and the best interests of the child, moving away from the older, more adversarial concepts of custody and visitation. Here’s a clear breakdown of the differences:
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Child Custody (Pre-2016 Term):