Currently paying for college without a court order - what if I am laid off from my job?

You would not be held in contempt of court if there is no specific order requiring you to contribute to college costs. However, there is a strong...

College contribution laws in Illinois

The actual language of the divorce judgment will dictate. It might reference 750 ILCS 5/513 or if the judgment is silent a petition for relief can...

Does my 18 year old daughter still have to participate in court ordered visitations if she doesn't want to?

At the age of 18, she is not required to have visitation with her father. As an adult, it would behoove her to have an adult conversation with her...

Can Overtime be included in CS increase even though its not guaranteed??

Often when a party earns overtime or bonuses, a support order will be entered based on the net base salary plus any net income derived from...

What are some examples of "abandonment" grounds for divorce in IL?

Abandonment is not a grounds for divorce in Illinois. Desertion is but you must be deserted for one year.

Back in march I went through a bad break up an my sons father took him for awhile now he won't let me have him when I want..

If you have never been to court, then you will probably have to file a petition to establish parentage. You may have to seek custodial and...

What does child support go towards?

Child support typically goes for the direct and indirect costs of raising your child. For example, clothing, grooming and medical bills may be the...

Since you are representing yourself, it is expected that the father's attorney would contact you. If you disagree with a continuance tell him so....

Divorce papers says state college and she went to private ex is taking me to court to pay for private do I have to pay

It depends on what the divorce judgment says. However, if its states that you would pay for a state school, then most likely you would have to pay...

Is there a chance I can get attorneys fees in my post divorce case?

You don't necessarily have to wait until the final order. If your petition for modification of child support is pending you could seek interim...