I need to dissolve my domestic partnership that I signed and filed in the state of washington in 2005.

If your partnership was valid when you entered into it, the issue is whether it is valid now if domestic partnerships were invalidated in the...

How long does the other parent have to be absent for it to be considered abandonment

The laws on abandonment apply to grounds for divorce and a basis to terminate parental rights when there is an adoption proceeding. There is no...

Can my preganant girlfriend move in with me even though her mom doesnt want her to.

You girlfriend, even though she is pregnant, is still a minor and subject to her parents' control until she attains the age of 18 or is adjudicated...

Does unmarried mother has automatic physical custody in illinois

Custody is an issue ordered by the court. You are presumed to be the custodial parent by virtue of the facts you have set forth. It is unclear...

Can my ex wife move my children out of state?

You need an attorney ASAP. File a motion to prevent her moving or at least for modification of visitation. There are many good familty law...

Has she violated the retainer agreement?

Since we have not seen your Retainer Agreement, we have no way to know if your attorney violated it. She may have missed your court date because...

My ex won't let me see our kids.

Everything gary said is great information. The only thing I can add to it is HIRE A LAWYER, which he already said. He is correct that you are in...

Married in Colombia in Aug 2011 i have now realized I made a mistake. do I need to go to Colombia to divorce ?

If you have lived in the State of Illinois for more than 90 days, you can file for divorce here - in the county where you reside. If your wife...

You will still be entitled to child support even as the sole custodial parent. Based upon the father's status as a violent convicted felon, there...

If couples can’t provide a marriage license/certificate from the county/state for any reason and they want to get marry in relig

It appears you are asking a religious question and not a legal question. Please consult with your local clergy for the answer. However, if a...