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LIVE WEB - Beyond 18: Securing Financial Contributions for Children Under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act

January 22, 2026
Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section
Co-presented by the ISBA Young Lawyers Division


Live Webcast
Thursday, January 22, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

2.5 hours MCLE credit

Don’t miss this primer on securing financial contributions for non-minor children as we discuss 750 ILCS 5/513 and ILCS 5/513.5 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA). Family law attorneys, civil practice lawyers, trusts and estates attorneys, and new practitioners with basic to intermediate practice experience who attend this online program will better understand:
  • The relevant caselaw that you need to know;
  • Why preparing your case in advance can better help your clients when child support ends;
  • The pitfalls to avoid when seeking relief under 513 and 513.5;
  • What is required to prove that your non-minor child client meets the requirements for support under 513 and 513.5;
  • The options available when the only living parent refuses to comply with the required contribution;
  • When to submit the claim for support;
  • How to present or defend a case; and
  • Much more.

Program Coordinator/Moderator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich LLP, Chicago

Program Chat Moderator:
Olivia Basu, Hammer Serna and Quinn LLC, Chicago


10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Section 513 and College
Section 513 of the IMDMA allows courts to order one or both parents to contribute to their non-minor child’s college education expenses, including tuition, housing, books, and fees. This presentation offers an in-depth discussion on the application of Section 513, its limitations, arguments against it, and the necessary proof required to secure an award (or defend against it). Additional topics include: the options available to the child when the only living parent refuses to comply; the court’s ability to require both parents and the child to complete the FAFSA; the finality of the parent’s financial obligation; the timeline for the statute’s application; and understanding the child’s obligations. Sample pleadings and the critical language to include is also included.
Hon. Karen J. Bowes, Circuit Court of Cook County, Chicago
Elizabeth Felt Wakeman, Wakeman Law Group, P.C., Crystal Lake

11:15 – 11:30 a.m. Break

11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Section 513.5 and Support for a Non-Minor Child with a Disability
Section 513.5 of the IMDMA allows a court to order the financial support of a non-minor child with a disability that prevents them from being emancipated. This segment examines the timing of when a claim needs to be made, how to meet the burden of proof that an adult child’s mental or physical disability meets the requirement for support, and the necessity of planning in advance to avoid timing disputes. Practice pointers on how to present or defend a case, as well as what to include (or not include) in the Marital Settlement Agreement or Prenatal Allocation Judgment is also included.
Hon. Karen J. Bowes, Circuit Court of Cook County, Chicago
Elizabeth Felt Wakeman, Wakeman Law Group, P.C., Crystal Lake


For best practices, before attending the program using ISBA's Zoom platform, please visit our Technical Support page.

Program Information

  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member - $88
      • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
    • Non-Member - $175
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Student Members - Free
    • Special pricing is available for Legal Service Attorneys.
  • If you cannot attend the live web event, a full refund is available, if you cancel your registration up to the start of the live web event on the program page in your “My CLE Account”. 
  • Please Note: MCLE credit is available to registrants only on the day of this live event – and you must attend the entire program to earn MCLE credit. All registrants will receive access to a recording of the event a few days after the program, but credit is NOT available for the recording.