I am (respondent) looking for a collaborative divorce. My spouse already has a counsel who filed for the divorce..

It will cost less for travel if both lawyers are in cook county. If the case is there why hite an out of county lawyer?There is no rule or law...

Yes. Why not just call the opposing counsel or party and agree to continue the case? This should not be a problem. Someone has to show up in...

I have joint custody of my child, How can I get my ex prosecuted criminally for Child visitation violation?

You are Already doing it with the Rule. You must keep track of every single violation. This continued behavior could be Alienation and could...

How can I get an order of protection and emergency custody order for my son?

Why are you even there now. CALL a FRIEND OR RELATIVE TO PICK YOU AND THE BABY UP. If necessary call the police. You need to leave with the baby...

What happens to property of an intestate estate if there are loans out on the only assets which seem to be a home and 2 vehicles

we cannot possibly make that type of recommendation in this forum. You need to discuss this matter with the attorney involved.

Will the courts count my e's overtime for back child support ?

it is possible but it all depends on the wording of your support orders. If the answer is no to the retroactive increase you can motion to modify...

Will I have any trouble getting custody of my son?

If there was no custody order you are the presumed custodial parent, Does he live with grandma or dad? you need to get in and talk to a lawyer...

What rights does a child have to refuse visitation in a joint custody situation?

The child and his father need to enter into counseling ASAP. He is 1 and does not get to decide he does not want to see his dad. You must make...

How can i get custody of my kids

He can not legally keep you from seeing your children unless there is a court order stating you cannot see them. You need to get in court...

I have a first court date for STATUS (divorce case). I am Pro-Se in Illinois.

You shoud be prepared to explain what is going on in the case. You are going to have lot of problems if your are going against an attorney. If...