When a family goes through a separation, allocating parental responsibilities is often the most heart-wrenching concern for parents. The primary goal is always to develop a plan for parenting time and visitation that serves the children’s best interests, but navigating this process during an emotional time can be challenging. A reasonable agreement is not only possible but essential for the well-being of your children.
At Brave Law Center, P.C., we provide the compassionate legal guidance separating parents need. We assist with divorce proceedings, custody battles, and parenting time disputes, helping you create a stable and predictable future for your family.
Creating a durable and effective parenting plan requires a thoughtful and structured approach. We guide you through every step to ensure the final agreement is comprehensive, legally sound, and tailored to your family’s unique needs.
A well-crafted parenting plan is the roadmap for your co-parenting future. It provides clarity and reduces the potential for future conflict. By working with our team, you can develop a plan that addresses all necessary details.
A clear and consistent schedule outlining when the children will spend time with each parent, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
A clear allocation of significant decision-making authority for major issues like medical care, education, religion, and extracurricular activities.
Specific details on who is responsible for picking up and dropping off the children for exchanges.
Established guidelines for how parents will communicate regarding the children and in case of emergencies.
A process for how to handle unexpected events or adjust the schedule when necessary.
In Illinois, every decision regarding parenting time is guided by a single principle: the best interests of the child. A judge will consider many factors to determine an arrangement that best supports the child’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. These factors include:
Investing the time to create a thorough parenting plan with a legal professional provides lasting benefits for your entire family.
When your children’s future is at stake, you deserve a legal team that offers not only expertise but also kindness and compassion. At Brave Law Center, P.C., we provide a supportive environment where you can feel confident that you have a dedicated advocate on your side. We understand that a parenting plan is not just a legal document, but a roadmap for a profound life transition. Our attorneys are committed to reducing conflict wherever possible, helping you make clear-headed decisions that protect your children.
Our deep familiarity with the family court system in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties means we can provide effective legal strategies. We have extensive experience handling complex parenting cases and understand the importance of organizing and presenting evidence to secure the best possible outcome. We are responsive to your questions and committed to achieving your most important goals.
Illinois law replaced the term "visitation" with "parenting time" to better reflect the active role and rights both parents have in their children's lives. While the terms are often used interchangeably, "parenting time" is the current legal term.
The court's primary and sole consideration is the "best interests of the child." A judge will evaluate numerous factors, including the child's wishes, each parent's health, and the child's relationship with each parent, to create a schedule that fosters a meaningful relationship with both parents.
Yes. To modify an existing order, a parent must demonstrate that there has been a "substantial change in circumstances" since the original order was entered and that a modification is in the child's best interest.
If parents cannot agree, Illinois courts will almost always order them to attend mediation. A neutral third-party mediator helps facilitate a conversation to see if the parents can reach their own agreement before a judge is forced to make the decisions for them.
No. Unless there is a court order restricting contact due to a direct threat to the child's safety, one parent cannot legally deny the other parent their court-ordered parenting time.
Creating a parenting plan is a fundamental part of any divorce or separation involving children. Our team is dedicated to helping you establish an arrangement that provides stability for years to come.
This service is a core component of our Family Law Practice.
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When parents separate, conversations can become heated, and it can be difficult to create a fair plan that puts your children first. An experienced parenting time attorney can provide the calm, objective guidance your family needs to move forward in a positive direction.
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