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My kids mother is saying she is thinking of moving out of state. What my rights as a father.
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Answered on September 25, 2014
Agreed. You need to file a paternity action right away to get your rights established. Once this is filed and once you are established as the...
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Back in march I went through a bad break up an my sons father took him for awhile now he won't let me have him when I want..
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Answered on September 24, 2014
I need more information. You should set up a consult with a lawyer and get this straightened out. If nobody ever went to court maybe it's a good...
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With the new alimony law but my question is when calculating alimony, do you take into consideration child support payments?
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Answered on September 24, 2014
Yes the new statute does take that into account. That statute is not effective until jan. 1 2015 though. Talk to a family lawyer for more guidance.
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If the mother of my son agrees to let him come live with me & I do so is there something to protect me in the event she changes
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Answered on September 24, 2014
There is something that you absolutely should do. You should hire a lawyer and have an agreed order entered with a court of law so that the...
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My former spouses attorney is free and mine is not, can I get her to pay some of my fees?
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Answered on September 24, 2014
Yes 750 ills 5/501 allows you to file a motion to level the playing field in terms of lawyer fees. Talk to your lawyer about it. You have to...
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I don't really like my lawyer. Is it too late to look for new representation?
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Answered on September 23, 2014
I would need to know more facts. If you don't feel comfortable with your lawyer you should consider a change. You should always feel comfortable. ...
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Can I decline , being the custodial parent, to providing a 11 page comprehensive financial statement ?
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Answered on September 23, 2014
I would need to actually see the documents. Take them to a lawyer and ask how to proceed from there. good luck.
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Got married outside USA. I am in Chicago. We were together for 8 days Separated for 5yr and 7mos. She is still outside USA.
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Answered on September 23, 2014
Agreed, hiring a good lawyer is the best way to ensure that this gets done correctly and efficiently.
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What if I won't be able to have a summons served for plenary no contact hearing?
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Answered on September 23, 2014
If you want to make sure you get service I would recommend hiring a private process server. I hope you have an attorney for this.
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How much is "substantial" when requesting a reduction in child support and maintenance?
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Answered on September 23, 2014
Look at 750 ills 5/505 regarding the calculation of net income for child support. And go talk to an attorney. It is in the judge's discretion to...
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