When parents divorce or separate, the “Allocation of Parental Responsibilities” (formerly called “custody”) document for minor children can sometimes be a point of serious contention. A “Parenting Plan” document, which gets included in an “Allocation Judgment”, outlines the official terms of custody, and if you go through the court system to work out custody disputes, Illinois law requires you to have one. Ultimately, decisions must be made regarding the legal obligations and rights of both parents and children, and an experienced Oak Park, IL parental responsibilities attorney can help.
What Are the Requirements for a “Parenting Plan” in Illinois?
An Illinois “Parenting Plan” document will contain basic information that you would expect to see in any custody order, such as employment and contact info for both parents. Other minimum requirements include: