Illinois Child Support Basics
Illinois has a simple formula for determining child support. If there is one child, the non-custodial parent is supposed to pay 20 percent of their monthly net income in child support. This percentage increases bit by bit up to a maximum of 50 percent of the payor's net income for six children or more.
But while simple is nice, it is also fairly inexact — leaving plenty of room for parties on either side to argue over, or manipulate their income and expense numbers.
At the law offices of Scott B. Meyer, we carefully review our clients' financial situations and work with other professionals as needed so that the state guidelines work the way they should and our clients get a fair result. As our client you will always know what's happening with your case and why. Early on, in fact, we should be able to give you a fairly accurate estimate of how much child support you can expect to pay or receive.
To learn more about the state guideline amounts, modifying child support, or how we can help you obtain fair child support terms, call or contact us today and ask to schedule an initial consultation with attorney Scott B. Meyer.
Can I Expect to Pay or Receive Alimony?
Spousal support is sometimes ordered in connection with a divorce. Unfortunately, there is no clear cut guide that can tell you "If this, and this ... then this much." It really depends on the unique facts and circumstances of your case. Once we get to know what those facts are, we should be able to give you a better idea of what to expect. Until then, here are some of the many factors that a court will consider:
- Income and earning capacity
- Age
- Health
- Length of the marriage
- Monetary contributions of each party
- Fault
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