Yes, the facts you describe will very possibly be a factor. However, these are very fact-specific situations, so you cannot assume anything. ...

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I would like to know if the courts would allow less child support and no sleep overs ? The minor can only be in my tax return ?

Child support and what used to be known as visitation are separate issues. While the judge may accept your agreement regarding dad's parenting...

Will I be issued a warrant if I, the custodial parent, do not show up for child support hearing?

While you may be able to stop pursuing child support - unless you are receiving any sort of aid from the State - you may not be able to stop the...

What can I do,unsure what to do, someone is asking me to take DNA test to prove I am father,someone else's name is on birth cert

My advice: do nothing. Do not agree to take the DNA test. If she wants to pursue this, she will need to file a parentage case with the Court,...

I have a friend who recently used marijuana while pregnant and she's worried her daughter will be taken awake

There is no way to tell at this point in time. The best advice you can give her is to NOT do so again in the future. that means any...

My options? My ex is the custodial parent but I have my child more than half the year and pay child support.

These are issues you need to discuss with your attorney. If you don't have one, you would be well-advised to get one. You don't state why you are...

Is a premarital agreement still enforceable if one of the parties files for divorce in a state other than Illinois?

Enforcement of a pre-nup will depend on the laws of the state where you may be divorced in the future. A pre-nup is a contract, and enforceable as...

You must make a formal request to appeal the findings of the DCFS, and then go through a formal evidentiary hearing. You have a limited time to...

Can a 10 year old boy baby sit his 2 , 8 year old siblings?

I agree with the other attorneys. I don't think many judges will find a 10 YO babysitter acceptable - particularly for a 2 YO. And, separate from...

Can i sue the COO my husband is now living with?

You cannot successfully sue her for causing your husband to leave you or for causing a divorce. This used to be called "alienation of affection" -...