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I live in Washington and my Child lives in Chicago, IL, I want to have her for summer vacations but how do I go about it?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

You need to hire an attorney in the chicago land area to file a motion for summer parenting time. If there is an agreement the attorney can draft...

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Can I file a petition for interim attorney's fees prior to hiring an attorney to try to get fees for the retainer?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

I believe there is a case on this that says you must have the attorney first before you can ask for fees. Research lawyers on avvo and interview...

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My ex husband adopted my biological daughter AFTER our divorce was final. Who has custody?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

This sounds like a huge mess. The divorce agreement should have addressed custody. You should bring all your paperwork to a divorce lawyer for a...

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Is an oral agreement enforceable?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

This is an interesting issue. You should find a lawyer you like on avvo and set up a free consult. The first issue would be the enforceability of...

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I have been separated since 2008. I have been asking Him for a divorce for many years even

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

Find a lawyer you like on avvo and set up a consult. Many offer free consults. It seems like you need to proceed forward with a divorce.

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Married for 9.5 years; no sex for the last 6 years and spouse won't seek help; no possibility for having children as promised

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

Are you looking for a divorce or an annulment? I'm not sure what your question is. If you are interested in either set up a consult with an attorney.

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Can anything be done to enforce or at least encourage Ordered Visitation when a child reaches teenage years, and refuses?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

Yes you have a right to enforce the court's orders and you should. Set up a consult with an attorney right away.

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Disable mom with children possible divorce.can I still have custody of my children?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

The amount of money you get in disability is not relevant to the custody determination. Custody is determined in accordance with the best...

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Do I have ground to file for Child Support?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

Yes you should consult with an attorney right away. Start searching avvo for good attorneys and interview one you like. Many offer free consults....

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My friends husband is high profile in our area and he is suing her for divorce

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

Yes, she should start interviewing lawyers. If she has no ability to pay fees, but her husband has the ability to pay, then the statute allows for...

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I live in Washington and my Child lives in Chicago, IL, I want to have her for summer vacations but how do I go about it?

Can I file a petition for interim attorney's fees prior to hiring an attorney to try to get fees for the retainer?

My ex husband adopted my biological daughter AFTER our divorce was final. Who has custody?

Is an oral agreement enforceable?

I have been separated since 2008. I have been asking Him for a divorce for many years even

Married for 9.5 years; no sex for the last 6 years and spouse won't seek help; no possibility for having children as promised

Can anything be done to enforce or at least encourage Ordered Visitation when a child reaches teenage years, and refuses?

Disable mom with children possible divorce.can I still have custody of my children?

Do I have ground to file for Child Support?

My friends husband is high profile in our area and he is suing her for divorce