If I declare bankruptcy for medical bills of mine would the trust assets be in jeopardy and or Mom's checking account?

You are the trustee of a family trust and are listed as a co-owner of a bank account with her. You wish to know if filing Bankruptcy on your own...

Can a final judgement be served through email?

You ask if you may request that the Court "quash" (i.e. vacate) a Judgment Order based on what you call a "lack of personal jurisdiction." The...

Can my co - executor be removed or blocked from hurting the estate?

Illinois Probate Courts will remove an Executor or Co-Executor of an Estate if they are unable to perform their duties, unsuitable for the...

Will I get more child support because my child requires a lot more care? And will I get spousal support also?

You ask if you can obtain additional child support due to the special-needs status of your son. You are unable to work so you can take care of the...

You ask about laying the foundation for admission of photographic evidence - presumably in an Illinois State Court (although the process in Federal...

How will this impact my chapter 13 with year and a half left?

You and your spouse are in the final year and a half of your Chapter 13 Plan, but plan to separate and at that point will have difficulty making...

What should I do to be sure no one will go after me after he files bankruptcy?

You wish to ensure that once your ex-spouse files Bankruptcy no joint creditors pursue you for payment. You mention the mortgage on your home...

Should we retain an attorney to see if there is something they can do as far as allowing him to rent/stay in his home?

You ask if you should retain an Attorney to look into your father's situation. The answer is "Yes," if it is the right Attorney. Your father is...

How can I secure that my entitlement in the probate process goes to my daughters in the case that I passed away?

You appear to be asking how to ensure that your children inherit from you whatever assets you inherit from your Sister's Estate. The Short...

Should I pay the 20% child support or go to court and try to get a reduced amount?

You ask if you should pay the proposed 20% of your net income as Child Support or dispute that amount in a Court of Law. Obviously, nobody can tell...