Understanding Child Support: How Courts Calculate Payments and Modify Orders
Understanding Child Support: How Courts Calculate Payments and Modify Orders
Child support is a fundamental component of making sure that the well-being of children after the separation or divorce of their parents. In Illinois, child support laws are structured so that children continue to receive financial support from both parents, even if they no longer live together.
Key Considerations for Modifying a Custody Agreement Post-Divorce
Key Considerations for Modifying a Custody Agreement Post-Divorce
When a divorce is finalized, the custody agreement that's put in place reflects what was better for the children at that moment. Life, however, rarely stands still.
How Custody of Children Born to Unwed Parents Is Determined in Family Law
How Custody of Children Born to Unwed Parents Is Determined in Family Law
In today’s society, it’s increasingly common for children to be born to parents who aren’t legally married. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 40% of births in the United States occur outside of marriage.
What to Expect During the Dissolution of Marriage Process: Key Legal Considerations
What to Expect During the Dissolution of Marriage Process: Key Legal Considerations
Divorce - legally known as the “dissolution of marriage” in Illinois - is one of the most emotionally and legally intricate events a person can go through.
