First be aware that this answer relates to Illinois law, but most states seem to have very similar family laws, you will need to research your state's law for additional information. As to your children. Usually, a court can only look to that conduct which directly relates to a parent's ability to be a parent. To that end, your concern regarding the work permits and fire may or may not be of any help to you. However, it would appear that if the children are required to share a bedroom you...
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Under current Illinois law any domestic support obligation is non-dischargeable in bankruptcy. This includes but is no t limited to child support , maintenance and some other limited financial orders. It may be true that you can do something as far as repayment in bankruptcy court but the underlying obligation remains and nay be subject to interest at a rate of9% per annum.
The previous advice about contacting Prairie state is sound advice and they usually will help when noone else will. With respect to your marriage, in Illinois you must deal with the marriage as it sets on the date of dissolution. Therefore, if he has already sold or gotten rid of everything you may be stuck. As far as his claim that you are not entitled to anything, he is WRONG!. You are generally entitled to half of all property, assets or debts that you accumulated during the the course...
You should always trust in your attorney, but ultimately if you are not happy with your representation then you will not be happy with whatever Judgment is ultimately entered. It is time to find someone that restores your trust. In this instance, i think you already know the answer but are simply seeking reassurance...attempt to talk to your attorney about your concerns, if your request is not adequately addressed in a reasonable time frame then find another attorney.
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