Following a divorce or break-up, it can be extremely difficult to maintain a healthy relationship with your child, particularly if you have been allotted less parenting time and responsibilities than the other parent. Maintaining such a connection generally requires cooperation from the other parent in addition to your own commitment to your son or daughter. The situation becomes even more challenging, however, when the other parent decides that he or she wants to move to a new city or state with your child. Recent changes to the law in Illinois have clarified the rights and responsibilities of each parent regarding this type of move—known as a relocation—and it is important for you to understand what your options may be.

What Is a Relocation?