Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois
Divorse
We have joint custody and I would like to know at what age do my children have a choice wheater or not to see their dad?
Asked on 12/04/07, 4:46 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
John Steele
Steele Law Firm
Re: Divorse
there is no magical age. As they get older, the courts tend to listen more. But "the best interest of the child" is always the standard, and trumps the children's interest. How old are they?
Answered on 12/04/07, 4:52 pm
Joseph Michelotti
Michelotti & Associates, Ltd.
Re: Divorse
short answer is 18.
Longer answer is that the older they are they more choice they have. So a 6 year old would have no choice, a 12 year old a limited choice (or not) and a 16 year old might have a choice.
depends on the judge and the best interests of the child
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www.michelottilaw.com
email me if you have any questions
Answered on 12/04/07, 10:00 pm
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