Respondent appealed from a circuit court order granting a petition to modify the parenting plan for a minor child. Respondent also challenged the trial court’s decision to reserve ruling on respondent’s motion for an in camera interview with the minor, arguing that the trial court abused its discretion. The appellate court affirmed, finding that the trial court did not abuse its discretion when it did not grant respondent’s motion for an in camera interview, noting that the best method for obtaining the child’s preferences is the appointment of a guardian ad litem. The appellate court further found that the trial court did not abuse its discretion in granting the petition to modify the parenting plan or in its allocation of parenting time. (STEIGMANN and DOHERTY, concurring)
Illinois Appellate Court
Civil Court
Modification of Parenting Plan