An Illinois Joint Parenting Agreement is a legal document that outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parents when they share custody of their children. This agreement is often created in a divorce settlement when both parties agree to joint custody. It is typically drafted by an attorney and is signed by both parents. The agreement typically includes the following: the allocation of parental responsibilities, parenting time for each parent, decision-making authority, communication between parents, and provisions for dispute resolution. It also includes provisions for the exchange of information regarding the children, and for the payment of child support. There are two types of Illinois Joint Parenting Agreements: the Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) and the Parenting Plan (PP). The MSA is a document that is used in divorce proceedings and is a contract between the parties that outlines the details of the joint custody agreement. The PP is a document that is filed with the court and outlines the details of the parenting plan that will govern the parties’ relationship with their children. Both documents are legally binding and enforceable.