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There are a variety of reasons why a judge would modify parenting time. In Illinois, legal parental agreements are binding, but the court may modify parenting time at any time to protect the best interest of a child. A parenting time agreement may be modified due to changes in family circumstances, custody arrangements, child safety concerns, and maturing children.

When extracurricular activities interfere with parenting time schedules, parent communication, flexibility, and co-parenting apps can simplify conflicts. Parenting plans are designed to help divorced parents share in time and activities with their children. A child custody lawyer can help coparents resolve disputes and revise parenting plans. 

To determine who has custody of a child when the parents are not married in Illinois, the courts will begin by considering whether parentage was established. For biological mothers who are unmarried, parentage is automatically established. In most cases, the mother will retain sole legal and residential custody until the father establishes parentage. Unmarried fathers often hire a family law attorney to help them prove paternity, so they can enjoy parenting rights and responsibilities. 

Individuals can find an attorney that works well for them through references, interviews, and other resources. For many people considering divorce or dealing with child custody issues, finding a child custody attorney to help them resolve custody issues is a top priority.