If I used my commission to pay for furniture, is it legally mine? The money never touched the joint account.

All income earned from employment during the marriage is marital, so all purchases made with that income are also marita, and subject to court...

What to do if there is no will?

If your mother resided in Florida, you should consult with a Florida attorney regarding succession laws for that state.

I suggest you contact a lawyer. Even though he may be purchasing a house in his name, in Illinois, you have a marital interest in that property. ...

How can I get my ex wife to get the house out of my name?

You should seek legal counsel for enforcement of your divorce decree. Depending on the language contained in that decree, you may have several...

You will have no problem divorcing this individual, but for your child related questions, you should seek legal counsel. You otherwise have no...

I am divorcing my husband and I work 2 fun time jobs. Can I quit one before asking for the divorce?

You should speak with an attorney about this issue as their are many components that figure into the consideration.

What are my legal options for getting my name off of a mortgage from a prior divorce?

If your goal is to rehabilitate your credit that is unlikely to happen. Your name is on the note and mortgage and the bank can enforce the lien. If...

You have not supplied sufficient facts for a full answer. However, only the years of marriage "count" towards maintenance. Under the new Illinois...

Is there anything I can do to protect myself(legally &credit wise)?

The creditors of both the house and the car will certainly look to you for payment. Even if your divorce decree states that those debts are your...

How can I protect my estate from Medicaid Recovery?

More than Medicaid, the bank will enforce its mortgage on the property. Attorneys are not allowed to advise on ways to avoid Medicaid liens.