In many family law cases, child support is a crucial issue that will need to be considered. Both of a child’s parents will have a financial obligation to ensure that their child’s needs will be met. If you are a parent involved in a divorce or child custody case in Illinois, it is essential to understand what expenses child support is intended to cover. An understanding of how child support is calculated and how different expenses will be divided between parents can ensure that these issues will be addressed correctly. As you address issues related to child support, an experienced attorney can provide personalized assistance and representation to help you manage the legal aspects of your case effectively.
Basic Living Expenses Covered by Child Support
Child support in Illinois is determined by the "income shares" model. The formulas used to calculate child support consider the combined income of both parents to ensure that parents will contribute a similar amount of the income they earn toward meeting their children’s needs as they would have if they continued to live together. Basic living expenses covered by child support include:
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Housing: Rent or mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, and utilities.
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