Depends a lot on the judge. That's what I would ask for though. Ask for a default.

I have joint custody of my 6 year old son. We each have custody one week on and one week off.

I agree with Judy. The first step is setting up a consult with a family law attorney so you can discuss and consider your legal options. Many...

Do I need a custody lawyer?

That depends on many more facts. Are you married or not? If you are then you could file a divorce. If not then you could file a paternity...

Me and my wife are separated and heading for divorce. Can I separately file for chap 13 bankruptcy?

You should set up a consult with a divorce lawyer. Depending on your wife's income you could file a motion and set up some form of temporary...

I inherited a million dollars in my name only. In a divorce is this considered marital property ?

An inheritance is non marital property unless you commingle it with marital funds or gift it to the marital estate by putting his name on the...

Sleeping arrangements during visitation

That sounds inappropriate but more facts are needed. You may need to seek out the representation of an attorney to file the appropriate motion in...

If my husband is threatening divorce, is it better for me to file the papers first?

No it is not legally relevant as to who files first. IF you do want to file though, or if he files you should certainly consult with a divorce...

Can you petition for temporary custody under 750 ILCS 5/501? Don't see it mentioned...

Yes you can. If you don't have a lawyer I would recommend you start interviewing some. Avvo is a good place to start searching and many offer...

I want to file to have my son move out to Chicago with me, Do I file in the state of IL or the state that he is in now WA

Depends on where the child has lived for the past 6 months and which state has jurisdiction under the UCCJEA.

Are prior acts of domestic violence against a party other than spouse (prior to marriage) admissible in custody disputes?

That depends specifically on the facts. Every case is different. If the acts of violence were committed in the presence of the child or children...