Most school-year parenting problems are visible in July — they just don't get handled until they're urgent. Here's what Illinois co-parents should review before the first day of school: whether the parenting plan matches reality, exchange logistics, school records access, extracurricular decisions and costs, and when it's time to modify the order instead of fighting it all year.

If your co-parent took your child out of Illinois, the first response matters. Here is what to do, what not to do, and when emergency court relief may be necessary.

Illinois courts generally encourage meaningful parenting time with both parents. But when a parent’s conduct places a child’s physical, emotional, or mental well-being at risk, the court may impose restrictions. This article explains when parenting time restrictions may apply under Illinois law and what factors judges consider.