Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

I receive a summons to go to court from my ex's lawyer to terminate child support (my daughter turns 18 in July). My attorney is no longer in private practice. Do I need to retain a new attorney for this or do I have to attend at all?


Asked on 5/03/13, 4:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan Shimberg Shimberg and Crohn, P.C.

If your daughter has graduated high school and is turns 18 in July, child support should terminate unless your agreement specifies a later date. If she plans on attending college or trade school, you need to file a motion seeking contribution for those expenses. That would not be child support.

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Answered on 5/04/13, 6:33 am


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