Approximately 70% of divorced men and 60% of divorced women remarry whether or not they have children, and most do so within five years
Illinois Child Support Lawyer
No one is affected by your divorce as much as your children. A fair child support plan should both protect your financial interests and provide for your children as much as possible. At the Chicago and Hanover Park Law Offices of Elliot Heidelberger, we are dedicated to helping families make this change as seamlessly as possible.
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When people are getting divorced, it is only natural that they have questions about the future of their children. You want to know what you can expect from your child support payment plan. When you step into our offices, we will answer your questions, help you understand the process, and let you know what you can expect.
How Child Support is Determined
In Illinois, child support is based on specific guidelines, determined by income. The paying parent is expected to devote a specific percentage of his or her income:
- 1 Child - 20%
- 2 Children - 28%
- 3 Children - 32%
- 4 Children - 40%
However, the courts can deviate up or down from these guidelines depending on specific circumstances. The courts consider the income of both parents, the cost of child care expenses, and whether or not the paying parent takes care of health insurance and other out-of-pocket expenses. An experienced attorney can make sure all factors are taken into fair consideration when determining a child support plan for your family. We can also help you file for child support modification if there has been a significant change to your or your former spouse's financial situation.
Orders for Support
The State of Illinois provides a method for withholding child support payments from the paying parent's paychecks. This ensures the recipient that they will receive timely and accurate support payments. It provides the paying parent with accurate and official documentation of all payments, so there are no disputes as to whether or not payments were made. We can help you obtain orders for support.
Contact Us
You never stop wanting what is best for your children, but now you have to look out for yourself as well. At the Chicago and Hanover Park Law Offices of Elliot Heidelberger, we can help you develop a child support plan that provides for your children and protects your rights. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
