Finding the Right Support Arrangement for Children and Parents
Determining child support payments is one of the most important issues in a divorce. If the process is handled poorly, you can become embroiled in a prolonged dispute that does not serve your best interests, or those of your children.
At the Edwardsville law firm of Polinske & Associates, P.C. we help people throughout Illinois' Metro East area work within state guidelines to come to appropriate child support agreements. By appropriate, we mean payments that meet the needs of children and the financial capacity of both parents. Contact us to discuss your case and to learn more about Illinois child support guidelines.
Helping Parents Understand Illinois Child Support Guidelines
In Illinois, child support orders are based upon clear state formulas. If you are going through a divorce, we can help you ensure that designated payments fall accurately within these guidelines. As your representative, we can:
- See that expenses are correctly allocated according to the child's needs
- Find hidden assets and correctly ascertain income, especially for self-employed individuals
- Create wage withholding orders that protect the interests of both parents
There are often reasons to deviate from state guidelines, such as when a parent is paying support on another child or when a parent falls into a low income category. We can help you apply the important factors in determining child support.
Attorneys Who Understand Child Support Proceedings
For nearly 20 years, we have guided families through child support proceedings and a full range of legal issues involving divorce and family law. We have the knowledge and experience to guide you and your family towards a positive resolution to your family law matter.
To schedule a meeting with a lawyer at our Edwardsville office, contact us online or call 618-505-4213 (toll free at 866-482-3132).
