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Was ordered to pay 60% for both children, as of Jan 19 I have been laid off. I can file myself, but wondered if it would be more successful to have a lawyer file. I live in GA, both kids go to school in Chicago. I am looking to end this support for good. I both kids have 529's, 1 kid has... View More 
answered on Feb 20, 2024
Yes, I would hire a lawyer. You may be able to do your case on zoom and not come to IL for a hearing. That alone could save you a big headache.
my name is Vanessa i have three kids 2 of them are from my first relationship, the 3rd from the second relationship, the father of my first relationship signed the birth certificate but he doesn't provide with his own biological kids, I wanna put both on child support for their own biological... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2024
You have to sue for paternity and have DNA testing before a child support order can be established. The IL Dept. Of Health and Human Services will do this for you at no charge.
i want to do it legally without police involvement is this possible can you guys help
answered on Feb 13, 2024
Your sister would need to get temporary guardianship of you. This forum does not provide legal services. She would need a lawyer in the county where you reside.
Can a child support order be entered against a person who is a 1099 worker?
answered on Nov 25, 2023
1099 employees are not exempt from child support. A child support order can be entered against them and fully enforced by the court.
My ex wife who had 2 children by my biological father and I left Illinois with a known address but wasn't notified and now the child in question ❓ is 45 with grandchildren and my ex is still receiving and I went to a court but they said they couldn't stop my social security benefits... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2023
Let's try to uncomplicate these issues a little bit. Your ex wife had 2 kids with your father but was never married to him. He is now dead. Do I have this accurate so far? One of those children is 45 with grandchildren. Your ex is receiving what and why?
Identity theft. Get a... View More
I am the custodial parent, when I filed for child support I informed them that he was abusive. I am uncomfortable with him having any of my personal information.
answered on Nov 3, 2023
Yes, they do. Block out any personal information you do not want him to have. It just needs to have your name on it, not your address.
I am ordered to pay back pay of child support but lost my job in July and my unemployment was denied but recently got it appealed but I was so backed up in my bills for the last few months so I caught up as much as I can. I owe 4,200 in support and only have 2,800. My court date is on October 24th... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2023
I don't know what you can do at this point. It sounds like you have been representing yourself, already have been found in contempt and are awaiting sentencing. Under the facts presented here, there should not have been a contempt finding and there would be no sentencing hearing. So I am... View More
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answered on Sep 20, 2023
In Illinois, if you're unable to post bail related to a child support matter, the length of time you might remain in jail can vary. Typically, non-payment of child support could lead to a finding of contempt of court. If the court determines you have the means to pay but are choosing not to,... View More
answered on Sep 9, 2023
Are you saying you have a notarized agreement that did not go through court? What does the agreement say? Someone does not want to go by it now?
I do not need or want child support from my child's father (the noncustodial parent)
answered on Aug 5, 2023
Child support is for the benefit of the child, not the parent who receives it. You absolutely should not deprive your child of the benefit of having extra money for its benefit. Furthermore, the judge is likely to require child support be paid. The amount will vary depending on a comparison of your... View More
He has texted me threats before my child was born on taking the child and sending his lawyers after me i never got calls from anyone but he never showed up kept lying and all of a sudden hes trying to take my child away he moved with his new child and his wife he cheated on what do i do
answered on Aug 5, 2023
What you do is go see a lawyer as quickly as you can. Do it Monday, if possible. File a paternity case asking that he be named the father, that the court order him to pay you child support, and that the court establish parenting time (formerly known as custody). Until this process is started, each... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2022
You need to file a Petition for Rule to Show Cause. This is a pleading asking that the other party be held in civil contempt of court for not obeying a court order. If the court holds the other party in contempt it can require him or her to comply with the previous order by a certain date, or go to... View More
I’m trying to find out if my ex is supposed to be pay half for our childrens cell phones and cell phone bill. He tells me that the child support covers that.
answered on Nov 16, 2022
There is no law that a child has to have a cell phone or a car. If either parent chooses to provide a child with same, that is their choice and their expense. Child support is for basic necessities, i.e. food, clothing, shelter, utilities, transportation to and from school and activities. A cell... View More
his name is in the birth certificate
answered on Feb 10, 2022
Enforcement of a child support arrearage may be brought in the divorce court no matter how old the child(ren).
the mother is in jail right now waiting a trial and then will go to prison for a while. I am his wife. We want to prove paternity and totally adopt him as OURS . But don't want him around his "mother" ever again seeing as she is so unfit. We have 4 kids of our own and a house and I... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2022
There are too many variables in your situation for a lawyer to give you solid advice on these issues without sitting down and talking to you and your husband. I encourage you to make an appointment with an attorney in your area who handles adoptions. Also, if DCFS has to due an investigation of you... View More
We received a letter three weeks ago that stated my husbands driver license was released and could be reinstated, after agreeing to a payment plan and continually paying. We just received a letter yesterday (dated Sept 30th 2021) that we now have to pay in full or else the punishments will be... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2021
The Illinois Secretary of States does have a set of rules in order to reinstate suspended, or revoked driving privileges.
Also, any reinstatement of state driver's license does require a fee.
Naturally, no state mechanism works flawlessly. Mistakes happen, scrivener's... View More
Because she has enough credits. Do I still need to pay child support until the actual graduation in June or when she officially stops going to high school?
answered on Sep 8, 2021
I cannot imagine anyone being able to give you an authoritative answer because the law never anticipated this type of thing happening. The law is clear that you must pay child support until the child reaches 18 or GRADUATES from H.S., whichever is last to occur. It doesn't cover what should... View More
Prosecutor is in a more serious(felony) case vs a family court case. Is there any precedent notably in illinois that a Judge can suspend the lesser case until the more serious case is completed?
Her office stated they would inform her of my issues. That was a week ago.
answered on Jul 28, 2021
I think you already know what you have to do. Terminate her representation . You have the absolute right to do so and to receive a refund of any unused retainer fee that you paid.
Divorce is tough enough, you don't deserve any problems from the one who is supposed to be trying to... View More
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