How do I go about getting full custody over my 7yr old and 1 mth baby?

First, you need to establish parentage. This means that you establish who is the mother and father of each child. Next, you can file for sole...

Can statements be enough

Statements made by complaining witnesses may be sufficient to charge a person with a criminal act, which may then lead to an arrest.

Married in Mexico with a Mexican birth certificate that is not valid, how to proceed with filing for a divorce in the States?

She can obtain a divorce in Illinois if she meets the residency requirements. If she makes a good-faith attempt to locate her husband, but she is...

If my husband is threatening divorce, is it better for me to file the papers first?

It depends on the circumstances of your case. Do you have minor children? Do you want to be the custodial parent of the minor children? Filing...

What is the next step I should take?

If you and the father were never married, you should talk to a lawyer about obtaining sole custody. Depending on the circumstances of your case,...

Will a lag between injury and treatment hurt me?

You may be able to tell the jury that you did not get medical treatment earlier due to your lack of ability to pay for the treatment. This is...

Do i need a lawyer for court driving with no license?

Avoiding jail time will depend on your background, the circumstances of your particular case, and your defense in the case. You need to consult...

My husband just recently had his record expunged and they arrested him on theft charges from Jan. How much will I need for bail?

The judge will set the bail. It will depend on the charges, his background, and whether or not he is a "flight risk". Flight risk means whether...

Once the father has been properly served the documents, if he fails to show up in court you can ask for a default. In plain English, this means...

What are my chances of keeping custody?

Since you already have residential custody, you have a home court advantage so to speak. However, the court can take into consideration the wishes...