Stephanie Lackey Butler's Answers (48)

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What do I have to do to have my husband become a legal guardian of my son. His biological father has passed away.

Stephanie's answer | Answered on August 27, 2013

I agree with the prior attorney answers. One more aspect to consider along with adoption is potential estate/inheritance issues for your child. ...

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Does someones rights stay in effect to property for a garden and storm shelter if the property is sold?

Stephanie's answer | Answered on July 11, 2013

It would depend on the language in the Quit Claim Deed. It appears that your are talking about two separate rights: 1) an option to purchase, and...

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My work seems to be giving me the "run around" when I tried to get my last paycheck. What should I do? (I quit, was not fired)

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 30, 2012

I agree with the previous post. If you do not have success using the Department of Labor, you may be able to find a local attorney to write a...

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Can an employer remove more than 25% out of a bonus for tax reasons?

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 30, 2012

Some employers also deduct 401K contributions from bonus checks. The employee should check her pay stub for the bonus to know exactly what was...

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After foreclosing on a property and movnig out ot state of IL to WI. What are the likelyhood deficiency pursuit and judgement?

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 30, 2012

Some factors that the lender will consider in whether to pursue a deficiency judgment against you include: the amount of the deficiency on the...

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How would my husband adopt my girls and change there name

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

I agree with the previous answers, but you should also know that you will have to give the biological father notice of the adoption proceeding. If...

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I have had custody of my grandson for ten yrs .HIS MOTHER AND FATHER HAS AGREED TO LET ME ADOPT HIM .Do I need a attorney

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

Although the adoption process is easier when you have the consent of the biological parents, it is still a complicated procedure. You would be...

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Our former home in Kane County, Illinois was foreclosed and sold at Sheriff's sale to the primary mortage holder/ high bidder.

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

You can be removed from the property at any time after you receive the Notice of Eviction.

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My house is in foreclosure and I filed papers asking to vacate the order on 8- 10-12 and I have a court date the first week of

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

I believe you will need to file an additional motion asking the court to stay the sheriff's sale. The motion should reference your pending motion...

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Is changing the language of a will after their death legal.

Stephanie's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

If I understand your question, your father's will indicated that certain items would go to you and your brother upon the death of your father's...

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