According to Illinois Family Law, both parents are responsible for the financial support of their child. In most cases, this obligation lasts until the child is 18. College costs are not mandatory but are typically addressed in the marital settlement agreement (divorce decree). In some instances, the court may use its discretion to order a parent to pay college costs.
An order for child support may be entered during or after a divorce, and either parent may be ordered to pay support depending upon how custody is arranged and the financial resources of the parents. In Illinois, an unmarried mother files a petition for child support in family court, an order for support may be entered once paternity is established.
The amount of child support varies with the unique circumstances of each case. The court will take into account many factors. Parents should always consult with a family law attorney who is familiar with child support guidelines and child support enforcement.
Divorce is not an event it is a process where the transition is made from being part of a couple to being single. No two divorces are alike: each situation is unique to the individuals involved; each couple and each family has their own distinct circumstances. Orlowsky & Wilson, Ltd., welcomes all couples and family units, whether traditional or non-traditional, straight or gay. At Orlowsky & Wilson, Ltd. our approach to divorce law is simple: we listen to you, we work to achieve the goals you want, we return calls and emails promptly, we keep you prepared and informed.
At Orlowsky & Wilson, Ltd., we promote amicable settlements but we are not interested in any compromise that is not in your best interest. If settlement negotiations break down you can be confident that we will aggressively protect your rights. As your family law attorneys, our job is to be aggressive advocates for your interests and skilled buffers between you and the legal system.
Many of the divorces handled by our firm include complex issues concerning self-employed business owners and professionals, individuals having substantial net worth or who are exceptional wage earners. We fully investigate all material matters relevant to maintenance, child support and custody, and property disputes.
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Your child has the right to a free and appropriate public education designed to fit their uniqueness whether it is learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, physical challenges, medically frail, or any other challenges that impact your child´s ability to learn. We are experienced child advocates who will vigorously represent your child in negotiations with school districts. If negotiations break down we will pursue your child´s rights to the full extent of the law. We are experienced in representing students who have been wrongly suspended or expelled.
Jodi Wilson is a licensed speech-language pathologist having received her M.A., in speech-language pathology from Northwestern University. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language Hearing Association. Jodi Wilson has worked with special needs children for over twenty years both as a speech-language pathologist and as an attorney. Jodi´s education, experience, and background combine to make her a knowledgeable, skilled, and fierce advocate for children with special needs.
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