What are my baby's father's rights? We were never married, and he left us when I was 8 mo. pregnant.

This situation is not so simple. Per Fisher v. Waldrop (Illinois Supreme Court), even in a case with unmarried parents, you must have court...

I'm 16, can i marry my 20yr old boyfriend, with my parents consent?

At age 16 or 17 in Illinois, you must have parental consent to be married. Here is a snippet from the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of...

What would be the reason for an attorney not to send over a quit claim deed to the other attorney?

You should follow up with your former lawyer - seems like the squeaky wheel would get the grease here. A few calls and maybe a fax demanding...

What to expect on the prove - up / finalization date?

You really don't provide enough information. Do you live outside of the United States? When did you move there? Did you live in Illinois with...

Who have rights to house. I'm the only person on deed of hse, spouse is on mortg pymt due to a modification.

Title has been immaterial for determination of marital property in Illinois for years. If the home was purchased during the marriage it is...

Can I still appear in the court?

Yes. You should consult with an Illinois divorce lawyer as soon as possible. You can file a motion to vacate the default and get back into the...

Unsure what to do now (about divorce)

You need to speak with a divorce and familu law attorney ASAP. If you fail to file an Appearance and Answer (or other motions/petitions) within 30...

I have signed off on documentation to my husband assigning assest distrubution without a lawyer.

As the other attorneys have said this depends on exactly what you signed, whether it was entered as a judgment, and when. If judgment was entered...

What happens if you have sex with your husband while he is still under the order of protection?.

Possibly. If your actions are not in line with the Order (you are willing to meet with him, have sex with him, et cetera) he may be able to use...

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You can move to vacate a default within thirty days of entry of the default order. With an Order of Protection you want to move very quickly. You...