Objecting Child Support Modification

Summary

In Illinois, you can object to a motion to modify child support by filing a response. You can argue that Illinois law (750 ILCS 5/513) mandates parents to provide for post-secondary educational expenses. Additionally, you can present evidence of your childrens intention to attend college. While the secondary education argument is straightforward under Illinois law, you can also raise other concerns like financial misrepresentation and hidden assets. Consult a legal professional for personalized advice.

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So for example in Chicago Illinois cook county if the noncustodial parent files a motion to modify child support for reasons that our twin sons are * and will soon graduate high school How do I object as the Illinois Child support state statute law states that the parents are still obligated and need to pay for secondary education or meaning college
Hello Alisa,
In Illinois, you can object to a motion by filing a response. Here are some points to consider:
- You can argue that the Illinois law (* ILCS */*) provides for post-secondary educational expenses.
- You can also provide evidence of your children's intention to attend college.
Remember, it's best to consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
Can you draft me an example
Sure, here's a brief example:
"I, Alisa, object to the motion to modify child support. As per Illinois law (* ILCS */*), parents are obligated to provide for post-secondary educational expenses. My twin sons plan to attend college, as evidenced by (provide evidence here). Hence, child support should continue. I respectfully request the court to deny the motion."
Remember, consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
So I’m confused because I’ve been spending the entire day filing an objection to this motion modifying from the noncustodial parent With Jackstands such as financial miss representation hidden assets hidden income lack of financial documentation incorrect child support amount delay in child support payments intentional financial deprivation of the children deprivation of college education threatening abusive emails misleading the court when I could have just objected with the child support secondary college thing
Hello Alisa,
To clarify, you can absolutely raise multiple points in your objection, including financial misrepresentation, hidden assets, and so on. However, these issues may require more substantial evidence. The secondary education argument is more straightforward under Illinois law, but it doesn't preclude you from raising the other concerns.
What do you mean more straightforward
By "more straightforward," I mean that the Illinois law (* ILCS */*) clearly states parents' obligations towards post-secondary educational expenses. This can be easier to argue and prove than other points such as hidden assets or financial misrepresentation.
So I should just file an objection and state that statute that’s it
As a non-lawyer, I recommend including all your concerns in your objection, but it's very crucial you consult with a legal professional. They can guide you on how to present your case most effectively, considering the specific circumstances and laws of Illinois.