Protecting what matters most

Illinois guidelines are specific under the Marriage and Dissolution Act (IMDMA), with child support set as a baseline percentage of the paying parent’s net income:

• 20% of net income for one child,
• 28% of net income for two children,
• 32% of net income for three children.

There are several important variables to consider while calculating a child support amount:

• Income from a second job,
• Student loan debt/payments,
• Business-related expenses and income.

Terminating or changing child support

Child support typically ends at the age of 18, or when the child graduates from high school, unless put into a written agreement. Keep in mind, any arrangements made by the parents of the child (or children) outside of a court approved agreement, may not be enforceable by a court of law. Generally, child support paid under the State Disbursement Unit (SDU), a termination clause in the withholding order will end child support automatically, saving all parties another court visit.

Courts pay special attention to child support disputes due to the financial security issues involved with children. Our team of experts at Denise Kuzniewski’s Law Offices, represent our client’s interest, regardless of whether the client is the payee or receiver of child support funds. We strive to make an amicable solution to ensure a fair and straightforward calculation for the parent’s financial responsibility.