Yes, she should have a dedicated room to sleep in, given that his girlfriend sleeps over.

Yes, at the conclusion of your divorce case your attorney and/or the Judge will ask if you wish to resume the use of your maiden name.

If I relinquish my paternal parental rights, am I responsible for child support?

You should contact an attorney to counsel you on your rights and obligations with respect to the child. He or she can also negotiate with the...

I'm separated from my husband of 15 years and have a house I solely am paying for.

Your husband may have marital property rights to the home. A divorce attorney can help you with that issue. Right now you need a real estate...

It would be difficult for you and your attorney to prove your case. Your attorney is likely trying to keep you from throwing good money after bad...

Can I prohibit my husband from going with the kids to my parents house out of state? Kids wanted to see grandparents alone.

You don't say whether Thanksgiving is your husband's holiday this year. If it is, he has the right to fly with them to Florida, then its up to...

Can I move out of the state with my children

Yes, you may be required to remain in Illinois. Or, with good cause shown, the Judge may allow you to move out of state. Removal cases are often...

Is it standard for the non residential parent to do all of the picking up and taking home for visitation?

Driving responsibilities are usually shared. Often the driving schedule depends on the visitation schedule. For example if Dad picks up the kids...

Should children be involved in mediation over visitation?

No the children should not be involved in mediation. The mediators I know will not meet with the kids.

Is non-marital property ever relevant in the division of marital property in a divorce proceeding?

Yes, the court can look at non-marital property when dividing marital assets. An individual with subtantial non-marital assets may receive a lower...