Can I sue my soon to be ex husband for my lawyers fee?

Generally, each party is responsible for their own attorney's fees. However, in situations where one party "holds the purse strings", a Judge can...

Does my child's father have to file for visitation in my state or his?

The Uniform Child Custody and Jurisdiction Enforcement Act ("UCCJEA") states, among other things, that a child's "home state" is where custody...

Can I file a criminal case against the man who abused me when I was 17?

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/13-202.2, this would constitute "childhood sexual abuse" and you would have 20 years to file a civil lawsuit for damages. As...

I filed a counter petition which has not been responded to. Do I need to file a motion demanding a response?

If by "counter-petition" you mean a counter petition for dissolution, then you may seek a default. In effect, the general strategic purpose of...

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Probably not. A pension is part of property division so if it was brought up at all during the divorce, it is unlikely that you cannot do anything...

My ex in laws are harassing me and my current boyfriend. What can i do to stop this?

If they are threatening you with physical violence, you should file an emergency restraining order. Threats of physical violence are not allowed.

Can I call my children on home phone from my cell phone if husband has restraining order against me?

You are better off not calling your husband's home phone number. He may pick up, or he may listen to the message and that could be considered...

A family member is providing a private mortgage. My spouse has legal issues due to child support. Will "lender" be notified?

In my experience, Judges look at family loans as a little less urgent than conventional loans because family members are generally more...

Im divorcing. Are work attendance public records or available to attorneys with court order?

Yes. This information is likely discoverable by the parties. They could be used to show that if she is unable to find work, or unable to maintain...