Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

In Illinois, at what age can children can request or determine which divorced parent?


Asked on 4/29/11, 8:48 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Gotzh Law Office of David Gotzh

There is no "age," and the wishes of the children under the IMDMA (Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act), are given only nominal consideration. Judges typically will have an in-camera interview with the children if there's a concern over preference - you will not be allowed to be present during this interview.

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Answered on 4/29/11, 10:39 am


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