Child Support Judge Duties

Summary

Child support judges in Illinois review all relevant evidence, including financial documents and testimonies, during pretrials and when motions are filed. They determine child support based on state guidelines and may order retroactive support or educational expenses. If a judge fails to review evidence, you can file a complaint with the court administration or the Judicial Inquiry Board. For complaints, draft a letter detailing your concerns and submit it to the appropriate authority.

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What is the job of this child support judges?
Hello! I'd be happy to provide some general information about the duties of a child support judge in Chicago, IL.
A child support judge in Illinois typically has the following duties:
- **Review Evidence:** Judges examine all relevant evidence including financial documents, testimonies, and other pertinent information to make informed decisions.
- **Determine Child Support:** They calculate the amount of child support based on state guidelines, considering both parents' incomes and the child's needs.
- **Retroactive Child Support:** They may order retroactive child support if a parent has not been paying support for a period before the court order.
- **Educational Expenses:** Judges may also order parents to contribute to educational expenses, considering the best interests of the child.
- **Ensure Compliance:** They enforce child support orders and address any non-compliance issues.
Do you have a specific aspect you need more details on?
So when you say review evidence the? judge or are there supposed to look at all relevant evidence? Bank statements. testimonies from whom and other pertainant information What do you exactly mean by that? Do they look at this evidence only? if there's a pretrial or they're supposed to be looking at all relevant evidence that are attached to the motions being filed even during presentment only
Hi! I'd be happy to clarify.
- **Review Evidence:** Judges look at all relevant evidence, including bank statements, testimonies, and other pertinent information.
- **Pretrial and Presentment:** Judges review evidence during pretrials and when motions are filed. They consider all evidence attached to motions even during presentment.
Is there any specific type of evidence or process you are concerned about?
So for example, I don't have a hearing or pretrial hearing. but I file a motion, let's say, and attached all relevant documented evidence. Is the judge supposed to be examining that evidence?
Hi! In Illinois, judges are expected to examine all relevant evidence attached to motions, even if there isn’t a hearing or pretrial hearing scheduled. They review the documentation to make informed decisions based on the information provided.
Do you need more details on how to file a motion or any specific evidence?
Well, the judge in my case told me that she never bothers even looking at any evidence that I'm sending. And at all, she doesn't know why I bother with it, because she only looks at it if it's a pretrial or hearing which I find concerning.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Illinois, judges should review evidence attached to motions, even without a hearing or pretrial. If the judge is not reviewing your evidence, you may want to:
- Consult an attorney for personalized advice.
- Consider filing a complaint with the court administration.
Would you like more information on how to file a complaint?
How do I file a complaint with the court administration? And who is the court administration?
Hi! To file a complaint with the court administration in Illinois:
- **Write a Complaint Letter:** Detail your concerns and include any relevant information.
- **Submit the Letter:** Send it to the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court where your case is being heard.
For Cook County, which includes Chicago, you can contact:

Office of the Chief Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W. Washington St., Suite *, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.cookcountycourt.org

Would you like more details or assistance with the process?
How do I file a complaint against this judge? Because this case has been anything but fair the only person that is. being considered. is the respondent. not the children's needs The respondents needs
Hi! To file a complaint against a judge in Illinois, you should:
- **Draft a Complaint Letter:** Clearly detail your concerns, including specific examples of the judge's conduct.
- **Submit the Letter:** Send it to the Judicial Inquiry Board.
For more information, you can contact:
~Judicial Inquiry Board
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Randolph Street, Suite *-*, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.illinois.gov/jib

Would you like further assistance with the complaint letter?
yes
Hi! Here are some tips to help you draft your complaint letter:
- **Introduction:** Start with your name, case number, and the judge's name.
- **Detail Your Concerns:** Clearly describe the judge's conduct and provide specific examples.
- **Impact:** Explain how the judge's actions have affected your case and the children's needs.
- **Conclusion:** Request an investigation and any specific actions you seek.
For more information, you can contact:

Judicial Inquiry Board


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Randolph Street, Suite *-*, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.illinois.gov/jib

Would you like assistance with any specific part of your letter?