Can I have sole custody of a minor child if, I, the biological father divorce adoptive parent

Your spouse adopted, so he or she is considered a legal parent with the same rights as you. There is no guarantee that you would have any greater...

I'm sorry for your loss. If you are seeking child support, you are the petitioner (the person who initiates the court proceeding). However, you...

No. Your friend's' wife cannot legally change the locks and keep her out of her own home unless there is a court order provided as much. The only...

Should fees allowed by 705 ilcs 105/27.1a (bb) be applied to those paying alimony when no children were involved in the divorce?

I agree with the first answer but I stress that you should get an order stating you do NOT have to pay this annual cost. Definitely send notice to...

A petitioner can always withdraw the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage and voluntarily dismiss his or her case. There may be costs assessed. It...

I agree with the previous answer. Your lawyer needs YOUR input about what your income and expenses are. It will cost you more to give your...

When do I start a contested divorce while going into a uncontested divorce?

You should definitely talk to an attorney to get information about your rights, responsibilities and options instead of just going blindly into an...

Typically you can advise the court at the next court date that you wish to dismiss your motion voluntarily and without prejudice and the judge will...

The mother would either be working through the State administrative agency to obtain support, or through court by filing an action to establish a...

I agree with the previous two responses. You need to contact your attorney that represented you in the first hearing and I strongly suggest that...