Category Archives: Child Support

When parents divorce, one of the most important factors in the case is the wellbeing of their children. Parents should focus heavily and collaboratively on a child-centered divorce. Here are some tips to consider about your divorce, whether you’re in the midst of the divorce or just making your first steps towards it. Why Have […]

 Child Support can seem complex and overwhelming. When a couple divorces one aspect of the divorce is an understanding that all parents are expected to support their children emotionally and financially. The financial component means more than just paying for diapers and formula, but for a lifestyle for the children. All expenses are considered, including […]

The percentage guidelines (20%, 28%, 32%, etc.) are gone. If you are setting child support after July 1, 2017, the court will apply what is called the “Income Shares” Model. A version of the Income Shares model is used in 39 other states so Illinois is now joining the majority of the country in how […]

Child support does not always end when a child reaches 18 years of age or graduates from high school. Most Illinois family courts will order one or both parents to contribute to children’s college expenses based on their ability to pay and some other factors. Lawyers and courts refer to these proceedings as “Section 513 […]

You can now search for unclaimed child support in Cook County The Cook County Clerk’s office is holding 6 million dollars in unclaimed child support.  It appears fairly easy to find out of you have any unclaimed child support.  Can’t hurt to just put your name in if you ever received child support. Unclaimed Child […]

Money withdrawn from savings accounts can constitute “net income” for determining child support Child support is not just about what your “earn” it is also about your “lifestyle.” What you earn and report as income to the IRS is still very relevant to calculating child support. If you have no income, the court may not […]