Recent content by SoSickofit

We have no problem covering our share of reasonable living expenses. My original question was whether or not anybody here knows how the court generally determines what is reasonable as far as living expenses go.

We'll have to just wait and see what happens. I already knew that, I just thought someone here might have some recent experience that I could learn from. That's all I was looking for. Thanks anyway.

The word "we" does not exist in any of my posts... Are you implying that I have no right to be making this inquiry based on the fact that I am merely a step-parent?

You lost me on this one...

Current rulings that might have similar circumstances...

I was actually hoping to find someone here who's gone through this experience in Illinois, so that I might get some further insight as to the current trends in this area of CS law. I know that a lot of this will be left up the the judge's discretion.

Both parties are equally able to contribute.

It states clearly that child support ends upon graduation from high school (Thank God it says this), and that each parent will "contribute to college expenses based on their ability to pay and the child's aptitude and desire for higher learning."

What is the name of your state?What is the name of your state? Illinois SD is graduating from high school in June. CP wants college support. We are offering 1/3 of tuition, fees and books, with CP and child also contributing 1/3 each. (This will not be a lot of money for any of us.) We're...