Questions answered by Michael A. Meschino

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What are my chances of setting sole custody of my son with the father getting no visitation?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 10, 2012

Listen to all of us. The father of your child does not automatically get visitation. If there is no court order tell him to shove off or you' ll...

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I filed for a divorce, I moved out of state. Respondant filed for a Prove-up, twice , I am Pro se .

Michael's answer | Answered on July 10, 2012

There is no way for anyone to speculate on this forum why your divorce did not conclude in prove up the last two times it was up. If you filed...

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Trying to find out is it legal for one parent to take a child to live in another state? girlfriend took my son to another state!

Michael's answer | Answered on July 10, 2012

I agree with my colleague about the instances where you can utilize an Order of Protection to bring the child back to Illinois. However, if you...

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I'm 14 years old, and I don't want to live with my mom anymore.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 10, 2012

Only your dad can ask for custody. Your brothers canask the Probate Court for guardianship but they would have to establish a complete lack of...

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Do I have a case against the non-custodial parent?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 10, 2012

You need to consult with a live attorney if and when the father decides to file a Petition for Modification of Custody. Obviously you will need...

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Order of Protection and Child Birth?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 10, 2012

The short answer is yes to both of your Questions. As a father you will have to petition the court to be around the child while the child is an...

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What are my rights as an Air Force spouse?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 09, 2012

You need to find an attorney with expertise in military matters. Paul Nordini in Naperville was a Marine. You also have to establish residency in...

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My 4 year old son's mother says she's moving to Alabama and taking my son in one month, can I stop this?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 09, 2012

Yes but you better act fast. Hire an attorney now to file a paternity suit in the Winnebago County court system. ONCE SHE IS SERVED WITH THE...

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Can my mothers guardian stop me from visitation rights because he doesn't like me? Iam her only child. she is not senile. I was

Michael's answer | Answered on July 09, 2012

Why was your mother considered disabled.Who are these people (the Guardian and his wife)to your Mother? Are they relatives or court appointed...

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Can a judge order for temp. custody on a visitations order especially when the other party didn't show to court?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 09, 2012

I cannot understand your scenario.Is english your first language? What are you trying to say? Does your baby daddy have custody from filing for...

Michael A. Meschino's Answers (308)

What are my chances of setting sole custody of my son with the father getting no visitation?

I filed for a divorce, I moved out of state. Respondant filed for a Prove-up, twice , I am Pro se .

Trying to find out is it legal for one parent to take a child to live in another state? girlfriend took my son to another state!

I'm 14 years old, and I don't want to live with my mom anymore.

Do I have a case against the non-custodial parent?

Order of Protection and Child Birth?

What are my rights as an Air Force spouse?

My 4 year old son's mother says she's moving to Alabama and taking my son in one month, can I stop this?

Can my mothers guardian stop me from visitation rights because he doesn't like me? Iam her only child. she is not senile. I was

Can a judge order for temp. custody on a visitations order especially when the other party didn't show to court?