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She's threatening to ruin my life by dumping the child on me, but I have no way to take care of it at 17. Can I be held responsible after 17?
answered on Dec 2, 2016
Yes, u can be responsible for 18 yrs. If neither of u want the child, it should be put up for adoption.
answered on Nov 21, 2016
None directly, but your income can be taken into consideration to determine the amount of income that is available for your spouse to pay child support.
answered on Nov 18, 2016
You need to see a lawyer asap before she changes her mind. These orders must be carefully drafted. Also, if she was on public aid during this time, some of the money might be owed to the state rather than to her and she cannot choose to let you off the hook for what is owed to the state.
answered on Oct 27, 2016
Yes. If you disagree with that position, you need to contact a family law attorney and get your case evaluated.
The child's last name is her husband's last name - but he's not on the birth certificate. He has been the child for the past year in another state - I had zero contact. I recently got papers from the Mom to establish my paternity and support arrangements - how do I stop this from... View More 
answered on Oct 23, 2016
You cannot stop the proceeding. You can hire a lawyer, respond, get a DNA test to determine paternity and go from there. If no man is listed on the birth certificate, then you can be determined to be the father.
i've been putting that money away for my children in a bank account till they turn 18, as any time I did send money she spent it on herself or her boyfriend. I'm worried now she will try to come after me and my wife and kids. What should I do? I wanted to work out payments for my... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2016
I strongly suggest that you talk with an attorney. She could request support as far back as the birth of the children. It is all a question of the facts that are presented to the Court. She certainly could request child support going forward. You can't refuse to pay because you feel that she... View More
No father on birth cert. Birth mother in and out of life...more like an aunt. Well documented. Now that she's marrying bf (of 5 years)....and she puts nephew in school/daycare the majority of the time....she took my nephew. I don't have any legal rights. I tried, but it was never... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2016
You mm ay have no right to the parental rights you are seeking, since the child is now in the physical possession of a parent. I suggest you discuss this with an attorney.
Daughter has had some health issues that have prevented me from working. Exhusband makes over 300,000 a year. Barely spends any time with his daughter. Maybe 4 nights a year
answered on Sep 29, 2016
From my experience as a lawyer who has worked in the divorce field for 50 plus years, it is my opinion that the SAT prep cost would NOT be child support. However, many things in divorce law are gray (instead of either black or white), and this is something that may need to be determined by a judge.... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2016
Sorry, but it is impossible to answer your question without having the opportunity to review your paper work.
answered on Aug 22, 2016
Without knowing more facts, the general answer to your question is YES. However, Illinois is soon to change to the incomes shares model of child support, which means that both parents will have to contribute to child support commensurate with their incomes.
I found out that my wife cheated on me. I am contemplating a divorce. I am curious how the court will split our home and single son. My son is adopted, he is also my cousin as he was born to my uncle who was unable to care for him. We are both employeed though I work a night shift and I am... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2016
Unfortunately, you have not provided enough facts upon which a lawyer can provide a proper answer. Every case is different, and a lawyer needs to know more particulars. However, suffice it to say, the adultery alone is not enough to warrant your getting custody. Consult in person with a local... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2012
This typically means that it was personally served, meaning on the exact person that was listed on the summons.
answered on Dec 7, 2012
You don't have to have one but it may be a good idea. That is up to you to decide.
answered on Apr 17, 2011
The answer is NO unless there is a specific space for it.
answered on Dec 24, 2010
No. When child support is reserved, none becomes due and none accrues. A reservation simply means that the court is waiting for the obligor to get a job, and only then will a child support obligation come into being.
Also he stopped the direct deposit of the child support. his daughter went to the emercancy room and he is taking money out the child support to pay the deductsble. his new wife has control over weither and how much is deposited. also told me he want to stop his sons insurance which he covers.... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2010
Child support in Illinois continues indefinitely for severely handicapped children. It does not end at age 18. If this was not covered in your divorce papers, you must go back to court and petition for post-majority child support. Your child has a right to continued support, and the court will... View More
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