Unfortunately, the process of filing for civil contempt for failure to pay child support can be a slow process since the Court is required to allow...

Normally, this is a joint custodial decision. However, since it is already done, you can not undo it.

Normally, there should be a provision in the Order for days when the child is not in day care. You may need to file Motion or request mediation...

If you are the petitioner, you would need to serve the Respondent with a copy of the Motion for De Novo Review.

They must comply with a Court Order. Family members are provided preference for custody and control, as long as they are deemed to be safe and...

It depends on whether someone will file a Petition to Terminate Parental rights and whether there is an adoptive resource in the event of a...

CPS does not file the petition, but refers it to the State for prosecution. The State will need to be able to prove that grounds exist for a...

If you are not married to the father and there is no paternity adjudication, he has no rights to the child under the law until that time. You have...

You need to disclose all income, assets and liabilities. If property is inherited and never commingled, you need to simply designate it as such to...

How long you need to wait depends on the laws of Illinois. You should consult with an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.