How do I get sole custody?

First, there is no longer any such thing as sole custody - as of 1/1/2016. Rather, there is now allocation of parental rights and...

Can I sue an insurance company for not with holding benefits for back child support that was owed to my child?

I agree with the other answers. Unless the insurance company was served with the proper paperwork (garnishment) prior to paying the father they...

Is it legal for DCFS to not tell me why I'm under investigation.

I agree with Judy. Dealing with DCFS can be very difficult, frustrating and confusing, and they have a great deal of authority. You should get...

Should he still be able to claim that child as dependent for his year?

The answer will be determined by the specific language of your divorce judgment. It is not uncommon for a judgment to provide that the...

I agree with my colleagues - there is no single definition of extraordinary expenses. If the support order does not clearly define your...

Will he be able to take my son? Is there any way I can ask for temporary support till I get back on on feet?

I agree with Judy. Find an experienced family law attorney. The father doesn't make get the final say - the judge does . The court has authority...

Can my husband and I agree on the amount of monthly child support if it's more or less than the standard 20%

Yes, you can agree. However, it will be up to the judge to approve that agreement, Typically, a judge is not likely to have a problem with an...

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

As to child support, the answer will depend on many factors. In IL, child support is typically determined by formula based upon the...

How long will the process take if there is nothing to fight over and he agrees to give me full custody of my daughter?

Assuming that EVERYTHING is settled by agreement, the divorce process can take as little as a couple of weeks or so. However, there are many...

Where would I have to go in order to file for joint custody considering she claimed she lives at our place of residence in illin

Generally, for a case to establish your rights as a father, you will file in the county where the child resides. If there have previously been any...