
Custody issues can be very complicated and emotionally charged. One of the factors that makes it even more complicated is that the language used to describe child custody can be complex and subject to change. Technically, there is no longer sole custody in Illinois. Instead, parents receive an allocation of the parenting time (time spent with the child) and parental responsibilities (legal custody and decision-making authority).
Parenting arrangements that allow both parents to spend time with the child and be involved in child-related decision-making are preferred by Illinois courts. However, there are situations in which the court will award all
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