Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

I live in the state of IL. I want to know if I marry someone who pays child support will I have to pay also.


Asked on 2/10/14, 8:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Sue Roberts-Kurpis, Esq. Law Office of Sue Roberts-Kurpis

Your boyfriend's child support is figured against his net after-tax income. His spouse's income is not considered in 99% of the cases and if considered, it is only considered to the extent that spouse may be able to contribute to living expenses of the person responsible for paying child support. This is usually in a case where the payor is trying to pay less than the normal amount of support. Your income cannot be considered in the setting of support.

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Answered on 2/10/14, 8:11 pm


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