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Is the custody of your children at risk by actions of the state or the other parent? Is the child support amount being paid, the proper amount? Is the proper amount of child support being paid A lawyer will help guide you through the mazes. Families are the foundation of our emotional well-being. It is important that whenever possible, family members are there for each other. Sometimes, however, events can fracture a family, causing pain and confusion. If the State of Illinois through the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) investigates allegations of abuse, neglect or dependency of your children, not only is your custody of your children at risk, but your parental rights as well. Should you find yourself involved with the DCFS, or in court because the DCFS has taken custody of your children, you will need a lawyer at your side who has worked within the child protection system. Being able to provide for your children is also critical for your emotional well-being as a parent. If you are the custodial parent of your children, it is important that the other parent provide his or her share of financial support for the child(ren). The law provides guidelines for how much support should be paid, but sometimes the parents cannot agree on what the actual amount should be. With the assistance of a lawyer, a judge will be able to determine the actual amount of support that should be paid, as well as what should happen if a parent fails to make child support payments. If you are a parent who is obligated to make payments, a lawyer can help ensure that your contribution is a fair one and that you are not subjected to unfair actions by the other parent through the court system. |
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