Illinois Child Support Attorney

If you have a child, you are obligated to support that child financially under the law. In the State of Illinois, child support guidelines as set by statute are fairly rigid. The non-custodial parent pays child support to the custodial parent. The amount of support is calculated as a percentage of the non-custodial parent’s income. In some cases, the court can consider additional factors when determining the amount of child support awarded. At Carol Cádiz, Attorney at Law, P.C.,we are experienced in handling family law cases involving child support. We can help ensure you receive a fair judgment in your child support matter.

Understanding Illinois Child Support Guidelines

The basis for child support determinations in Illinois is a percentage of the income (less taxes, Social Security, Medicare and certain other mandatory obligations including other child and spousal support decrees) of the non-custodial parent. The percentage owed depends on the number of children as follows:

Number of Children	Percentage of Income
1	20%
2	28%
3	32%
4	40%
5	45%
6 or more	50%

Additionally, the non-custodial parent may be required to contribute to health insurance costs, health care expenses, day care expenses and educational expenses for the child. Attorney Carol Cádiz is experienced in the application of Illinois child support laws. Ms. Cádiz can help you apply these laws to your financial circumstances and family situation. We handle all types of family law cases including divorce, child custody, legal separation, paternity and other practice areas.

Child Support Modifications in Cook County and DuPage County

Few child support agreements remain unchanged throughout their duration. As the financial circumstances of the non-custodial parent change, so too must the child support decree. If the non-custodial parent has changed jobs, received a promotion or lost a job, the existing child support award may need to be recalculated. Our firm handles post-decree child support modifications of all kinds for all reasons. We continue to provide experienced legal counsel to our clients well after the divorce is final.

If you live in Cook County or DuPage County and have a child support matter to resolve, contact us at our Schaumburg or Itasca office to discuss your case. We make sure our clients’ rights and the rights of their children are protected.