It is hard to say how a judge would decide based on these facts. Often times a judge will take into consideration everything that has happened on...

What do I have to do to file for an uncontested divorce ?

There may be a misunderstanding as to contested versus uncontested. If neither of you are “fighting” over property or issues with children, then...

Hi, My son is 18 and will graduate H.S. at end of month. Can I get ex-husband to continue to pay child support?

Not likely. The previous responses are correct. Your "child" is no longer a "child" that is eligible for "child support." However, you can seek...

Do I have to be legally separated to file for child support if me and my spouse do not live in the same home

You can get child support started without waiting six months. As previously stated, you can speak with multiple attorneys to find the best fir for...

Divorce Settlement

You essentially have two choices:1.) write her a new check and be done with her 2) speak with a lawyer and prepare to go back to court. If option 2...

Can past due child support ever be forgiven ?

Usually not. Very rare for a Judgment to be forgiven. You should speak to an attorney in your local area to review your specific facts. Best of...

Mediation Costs

It is hard to imagine that one cannot afford mediation. It may not be part of your budget as it may have been unexpected, however the party can...

Does "all health coverages" on a national medical support order include dental coverage?

Talk to a few attorneys because there are ways that the Noncustodial parent could be ordered to pay for your attorney's fees. You could also speak...

I recently agreed to an ongoing joint custody giving father residential. He now wants 32% child support. Am I required to pay?

Speak to a lawyer. If your incomes are close to equal, then you will likely pay support. However, there is a recent Illinois Supreme Court Case...

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Can I modify a legal separation agreement if circumstances have changed?

Short answer is that it depends on the actual language used in the separation document. If something changed that neither of you could have...