Should I get a defense attorney ?

Generally, if you are charged with simple battery or battery, both of which are misdemeanors, you may face up to 1 yr in jail (if not probation)...

How do I file a objection to a petition for my ex daughter in law to get my granddaughter back after I have had her for over 3?

You need to hire a family law attorney immediately to represent you in the proceeding. There is no "standard" form that can be used in this type...

My wife and I were married in a church 20yrs ago but never applied for an Illinois marriage license what should we do now?

I advise that you change the state for your question to Illinois so that Illinois-licensed attorneys will be more likely to see your question. ...

I was arrested for a DUI last year, however my lawyer was able to lower it to reckless driving. What should I put in application

If the application only asks about convictions, you wouldn't have to list the DUI, but if it asks about supporting facts, you may want to put that...

I was caught shoplifting in wal mart and i dont want a criminal record what should i do?

First, you need to stop speaking on here, because anything you say could be used against you, and you need an attorney as soon as possible. If you...

If you initiate a divorce, which I strongly advise doing only with a family law attorney in your situation, you can seek a temporary order as part...

Ex-Husband fails to have joint custody

You cannot sue for emotional distress for various reasons, including the fact that a person being a deadbeat parent is insufficient to justify a...

Can a lawyer help my husband and i get back child support money for a child that was adopted?

You and your husband may have issues re: whether the applicable statute of limitation for a possible civil lawsuit against the ex-wife has expired....

Is there a tort that would address 1 person lying in one court, which caused a 2nd suit against the plaintiff in the first?

It may constitute intentional and/or negligent misrepresentation (i.e., fraud), infliction of emotional distress, negligence, possible malicious...

How can I force my ex-wife to let me have visitation. We have a parenting plan signed by a judge but she routinely disobeys it.

I advise that you speak with a family law attorney about your options, including possible contempt against your ex-wife and/or modification. ...