He needs to file a Motion to Modify Child Support based on "a substantial change in circumstances." The change of circumstance is the lost job....

Are non-marital assets/debts considered in the balance sheet for a marital settlement agreement?

Just because and asset or debt is only in one of your names, it does not mean it is not "marital." Generally, any assets or debts incurred by...

If your case is truly "off call" then there are no pleadings for the court to address. If this is the case, no further disclosure is required from...

Illinois Alienation of Affection claim

Your friend should consult with an attorney in person. Many offer free consultations. If your friend has little or no income and the Petitioning...

Can a parent have visitation rights taken away if they have had no contact in more then 6 months?

Did you have court permission to "remove" the children from the state of Arkansas to Illinois? If not, there may be another greater issue here to...

In Cook county, Pro- Se . Do I need to file an Appearance form and answer form at the same time? Or I only need to answer?

You do not have to file them at the same time. File an Appearance first. It is a one page form available at the clerks office. Do this within the...

I have not responded to a divorce summon (30 days to reply) . My wife is considering a reconciliation and or dropping it.

If your Wife agrees to attempt reconciliation and/or drop the Petition, her attorney can take care of it. However, you should probably file an...

How can I have father in contempt for non- payment of his court ordered child support through the state of Illinois?

In addition to the above answer the correct method for seeking contempt for non-payment of support is a Petition for Rule to Show Cause. If you can...

Hi I have been married 19 years and my husband wants a divorce we live in IL what are the laws to maintenence

It sounds like you have a lot of questions and should probably see a lawyer in person to address them all. There are small details that we cannot...

Can i find a attorney who will help low income families?

Also try Prairie State Legal Services.