What to do if my attorney agrees with this bring home pay of $895/mth from someone who makes 51,000/year?

There are a number of factors that are used to determine child support. Unfortunately, without reviewing all of the relevant information, there is...

Are there any circumstance in which a father is not allowed to see his child?

I would surmise that you are missing something or you do not know the whole story. As a family law attorney, I have seen psychology play a huge...

Visitation protocol during custody case

You should file a Motion for Temporary Relief, specifically, to establish custody / visitation during the proceedings, if for no other reason than...

Need help....we have been married for 12 years and have lots of debt. How can I get out of this without getting stuck with all?

There are too many variables to answer your question intelligently without reviewing the amount of debt and whether said debt is marital or...

Technically, your ex is in violation of a Court order. However, if he complied one day later, then the issue is rendered moot as any pursuit of...

Vanished wife, looking for low cost divorce solutions in suburban Chicago

Please contact the local bar association of the county in which you reside. They often have referral services that may be able to provide you with...

Contesting removal of child from the state

The party seeking to remove the minor child from the State of Illinois has the burden of proving it is in the best interests of the child. If the...

If I were in your shoes, I would invest in a home security system and place the cameras facing outward to your backyard. If your neighbors are...

My ex served me on an old address and I missed court which granted him temporary custody of our son. What can I do?

A 1301 Motion to Vacate within 30 Days will vacate the Order. However, like my colleagues, I advise you to hire an attorney as soon as possible....

In IL, can an ex-wife ask the court for a portion of the ex-husband's pension even if they have been divorced for 6 years?

Depending on the circumstances, if you were actively involved in the divorce proceedings and the drafting and execution of the marital settlement...