Illinois Interim Orders are court orders made in the state of Illinois during a child custody dispute that set temporary terms and conditions of child custody and visitation rights. The purpose of an interim order is to provide for the safety and welfare of the child while the legal dispute is ongoing. There are two types of Illinois Interim Orders: Temporary Orders and Status Quo Orders. Temporary Orders are used when the court believes that immediate action is necessary to protect the child. These orders deal with immediate issues such as which parent the child will live with and the child’s visitation rights. Status Quo Orders are used when the court believes that the current arrangement is in the best interest of the child. These orders are used to maintain the status quo, meaning the current arrangement is to remain in place until the court can make a final ruling.