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Modifying Child Support in Illinois Child support can be reviewed for modification at any time if there has been a substantial change in circumstances. Examples of a substantial change are gaining a new job, no longer having to pay maintenance, or acquiring a large inheritance.

You don't need to go to court to determine the new child support amount. If there's an agreement between you and the other parent, you'll only need approval from a judge to make the changes on the child support.

The new child support law in California, enacted in 2023, introduces updates to the existing child support calculation methods. It emphasizes the importance of both parents contributing to their child's financial needs while considering their income, time spent with the child, and other relevant factors.

Either parent can request that the Child Support Services Department review his or her child support case for modification. Generally, a modification must be based upon a "substantial change of circumstances" since the last order was made by the court.

Not less than once every three years, DCSS notifies each parent subject to a child support order of the right to request a review of their order, and the appropriate place and way in which the request should be made.

Talk to the family law facilitator in your court to find out the possible outcomes of the request. The facilitator can help you file the motion to request the child support modification and process the paperwork needed. You can also use the California Guideline Child Support Calculator to estimate the new amount.

Establishment of administrative paternity and/or child support orders may take 90 days or less. As in court, paternity and child support may be established by default if DCSS has proof that the alleged father received proper notification to appear for an appointment or genetic testing, but failed to appear.