Saint Louis, MO asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Illinois

Q: Will I have to pay child support if I let my 17yr old live with her father full time as she wishes to do?

Currently have joint custody & I am the custodial parent but 17yr doesn't not like my rules so she wishes to live with her father. Can he get child support for me when she turns 18 in 6mos? Also, she just got accepted to college and I believe he is trying to work it where I have to pay for that as well even though it is not in our divorce decree or JPA. Can he do this?

2 Lawyer Answers
Ray Choudhry
Ray Choudhry
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Moline, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: The existing court orders stay in effect until they are changed.

He will have to go to court to terminate support and to collect from you.

Either party can petition the court for post secondary support.

There are a lot of factors the court considers before deciding if and how much to order each party to pay (including student).

J. Richard Kulerski
J. Richard Kulerski
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Oak Brook Terrace, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: Yes, you may be responsible to pay child support if your 17 year old moves in with your ex prior to reaching the age of 18.

The parents obligation to contribute to college expenses does not need to be mention in the final divorce papers. It is a state law - Section 513 of our Divorce Act. However, this depends on several factors, including the wealth and income of BOTH parents and the child's ability to contribute.

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