Heard on this site that if a parent has sole custody of a child, that means they can move out of state without court permission.

Everything you have said in your question is false under Illinois law.

Removal of name from house due to divorce

Your divorce agreement should have also covered the "what if" scenario of your ex failing to refinance the house into her own sole name (due to...

Can I have my new partner move in with me while going through divorce?

Like it or not, this is exactly the kind of difficult issue where it is critical to have an attorney. The exact wording of all the court orders in...

I live in another state and need to get a divorce what do I do.

Your question is unclear. Do you mean you need to get a divorce from someone who lived in Illinois and you have moved out of state since separating?

Meet with one or more qualified local attorneys. Once the case is going, you may be able to get the court to order him to contribute to your...

What's the rules regarding separation period before divorce in Illinois?

It rarely matters. Presuming you are proceeding on the basis of irreconcilable differences, you are supposed to sign a "waiver" form confirming...

It may very well. That is exactly the approach I took on a case last year near you. The caselaw regarding legal separation has become more helpful...

I need a divorce as soon as possible but don't have a lot of money

Yes, it is critical that you get an attorney and move forward with the divorce making clear that you are not this child's father. Time is of the...

Do I have to go through mediation before I can get my ex-husband to abide by our JPA?

It definitely depends on the exact wording of the agreement. Sometimes things like textbooks and bus fees are specifically addressed in the...

How do we protect our daughter and obtain custody without a costly attorney?

Judy's suggestion of hiring a lawyer for "unbundled" services is an excellent one. That could give you the opportunity to have ongoing access to...