The law presumes a child conceived during a marriage is the child of the husband. However, this can be rebutted via affidavit and sworn testimony...

What can my mom do about her cheating husband leaving her for another women?

Your mom needs to speak to an attorney now. Many attorneys, including this one, provide free consultations. While the adultery in and of itself...

How can i get a divorce decree?

Don't apologize to others when seeking advice through this forum. We are here to assist - not judge or criticize. If you're looking to get a copy...

Can I be living in the same house but not the same bedroom for 3 years and ask for legal separation?

Illinois Courts generally recognize that "separate and apart" does not necessarily mean living in separate dwellings. If the parties no longer...

Parental rights in Illinois can only be terminated if there is an adoption case filed or other matter initiated in juvenile proceedings. The...

Is it legal for a 16 year old to engage in good old fashioned dating with an 18 year old?

The age of consent in Illinois is 17 - meaning it is unlawful to have sex with a person under the age of 17. Period. It doesn't matter that both...

Marital Gifts

Depending upon additional circumstances which may exist, you may be able to vacate the judgment in the jurisdiction in which it was entered - and...

Can I place myself on child support, even if one of the children still resides with me?

Generally, each parent has the duty to provide support for the child. Child support arrearages can still be collected in most circumstances, even...

How do I support him without supporting too much?

Find an attorney experienced in matters involving orders of protection, domestic violence and DCFS matters. It seems there are many levels to your...