While child support in Illinois usually ends when a child reaches the age of majority, the child's specific circumstances can significantly impact the lifespan of support payments. School status, emancipation and disability may also play a role in the continuation or termination of child support. Age of Majority in Illinois Based on State Law A child support order will typically determine when the paying parent's requirement to pay child support ends, which is normally once the child … [Read more...]
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Modifying the Allocation of Parental Responsibilities
While the allocation of parental responsibilities is finalized with an Allocation Judgement entered in a divorce or parentage case, this enforceable court order is modifiable under certain circumstances. However, there is a specific process that must be followed. If two parents agree to a change of parental responsibilities, they can make these modifications at any time. If they don't agree, modifications cannot be made until two years after the initial parental responsibilities order was … [Read more...]