Parenting plans are created based on the circumstances at the time of your divorce. If your work hours were long, unpredictable, or conflicted with your children’s schedules, you may have been granted less parenting time than you hoped for. If things have changed and you now have a more flexible schedule, fewer conflicts, and the ability to be with your kids more consistently, it would be natural to wonder whether you can go back to court and ask for more time with your kids.
In Illinois, it may be possible to modify your parenting plan to reflect your new situation, but the process involves more than just showing you are available. To understand your options, speak with an experienced Wheaton family law attorney about parenting time modifications.
How Can Work Schedule Changes Affect Parenting Time?
Work-related changes that might justify a modification include: