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Is there a time limit when a parent can lose rights.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

The father can still request visitation. To do so, he will need to start a lawsuit, be determined to be the legal father of the child, and prove...

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What can I do about this situation?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

First, you have no say on how child support is spent. Second, if you believe the mother's actions are placing the child at risk, you can petition...

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How to get a divorce if spouse is in prison

Michael's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

This process may be relatively quick and easy, although it will be much ore efficient i you retain an attorney. The fact that his is in prison in...

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Advice on college expense paid by spouse

Michael's answer | Answered on July 14, 2015

I agree with the others - we cannot explain the entire litigation process to you in such a forum. Do whatever is necessary to be able to hire a...

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Is there a limit I can be ordered to pay for total support (child support+childcare expenses)?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

There are no formal limits to the total percentage of your income you can be ordered to pay. However, 70-100% is quite high. From my experience,...

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How would fight and win a order of protection that has been filled against me..... I have proof I wasn't bothering this person

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

You fight this by retaining an experienced attorney to represent you. These can be complicated matters, and they are not DIY projects. ...

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Are legal and physical custody different in Illinois?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

My colleagues are correct. I sounds like your ex has sole custody, but there is no way to know for sure without reviewing the relevant documents. ...

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Question about mixing evidence from two cases

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

I agree with the others. Evidence issues can be very complicated - and they can be critical.y important. You need a lawyer - it's as simple as that.

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Restraining order

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

I agree with the others - this is more of a personal than a legal issue. If your husband will not agree to keep his mother away, a judge will not...

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If I submitted a request for a stalking no contact order, and my court date is in 2 weeks, can I drop it before then?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 12, 2015

I agree with the others. However, if you drop the request and she does not stop her behavior, it might be a bit more difficult for you if you want...

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