Category Archives: Child Support
Life Changes and Child Support Order Modification
At any given time in the state of Illinois, nearly half a million child support cases are in effect, supporting more than 510,000 children. Nearly $290 million is collected annually as a result of such orders, and if you have children with your ex-spouse or ex-partner, some of that money supported your child. Those who pay child support in Illinois, generally have a good idea of howContinue reading
Child Support Obligations under Illinois Law
If you are going through a divorce in Illinois and have children, one of the most important issues you will have to negotiate with your spouse is who will get custody of the children. This factor can also determine which parent will be paying child support. In many child custody cases, the non-custodial parent (payor) is ordered to pay the custodial parent (payee) child support payments.Continue reading