Traditionally, joint legal custody says that both parents have an equal say in all important decisions when it comes to the child’s upbringing (e.g. education, medical care). However, this does not always mean that the parents get awarded an equal amount of time with the child. Different parenting schedules might still be determined in joint legal custody. On the other hand, sole legal custody dictates that all childcare rights are awarded to one parent (although the other parent will still be responsible for child support).