Kane County Parenting Agreement Attorneys

Lawyers for Parenting Time Concerns in St. Charles and Barrington Hills

At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, we understand that the relationships between parents and children are extremely important. Even in the most difficult divorce proceedings, our experienced attorneys realize that a cooperative parenting arrangement is usually in a child's best interest. When divorcing or unmarried parents can set aside their differences in favor of providing for their child, everyone involved stands to benefit greatly from the situation.

As you address issues related to your children in your divorce or family law case, we will help you make sure you can focus on your child's needs and the steps you can take to protect them both now and in the future. We will advise you on the legal issues that you will need to address, and we will help you put arrangements in place that will allow for continued cooperation with your ex-partner. Our goal is to resolve these issues as amicably as possible, but we are ready to represent you in court when necessary and advocate for solutions that will protect your parental rights and the well-being of your children.

What Is a Parenting Agreement?

The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) governs the manner in which divorced, separated, or unmarried parents are allocated parental responsibilities regarding their children. While the court will make such determinations when necessary, the law expects parents who wish to share parental responsibilities - once known as child custody - to develop a plan for raising their child. While some couples are able to reach an agreement on their own, others may require mediation or the assistance of a custody evaluator to create a workable arrangement.

At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, our experienced child custody attorneys can help you and your child's other parent develop a parenting plan that meets the needs of your unique situation. A strong parenting plan will detail each parent's designated rights and responsibilities, authority for significant decision-making, a parenting time schedule, and many other considerations. Your agreement should also contain provisions for addressing problems or disputes that may arise. A parenting plan will be approved by the court as long as it is reasonable and promotes your child's best interests.

Parenting Time Considerations in Batavia, Elgin, and All of Kane County

The law in Illinois also states that every parent is entitled to reasonable parenting time with his or her child. Even a parent who has been granted minimal parental responsibilities or no significant decision-making authority has the right to build a healthy parent-child relationship. Your parenting time can only be limited if you are found to present a serious danger to your child.

Your parenting plan will detail how parenting time will be divided between you and the other parent. It will provide a schedule that specifies where children will live on a daily or weekly basis, while also addressing specific days and times when other arrangements may be appropriate, such as holidays or school vacations. It will also detail how you and your ex will handle transportation for your children, the rules that will be followed during each parent's parenting time, or any other decisions about how the two of you will work together to meet your children's needs.

Our skilled lawyers are equipped to assist you in protecting your rights and those of your child. We can help you establish workable parenting time schedules to ensure that you can maintain positive relationships with your children. We are also prepared to help you keep your child safe from an abusive or dangerous parent when necessary.

Parenting Plan and Parenting Time Modifications

Over time, your parenting plan or parenting time arrangements may need to be modified to meet your family's changing needs. We can provide the legal guidance and assistance you need in bringing your agreement up to date following major life events such as a remarriage, parental relocation, or other substantial changes in circumstances.

Contact Our Kane County Parenting Time Lawyers

If you are a parent who is considering divorce or needs to address issues related to the custody of your children, contact our office to speak with an experienced attorney about your options. Call Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC at 630-665-7300 and get the representation you deserve from a firm you can trust. We are proud to serve clients in Elgin, St. Charles, Batavia, Geneva, Elburn, and throughout Kane County.