Illinois divorce question. Can it be better to go right to a judge versus trying to negotiate?

While in most circumstances it is in your best interest to try to negotiate an out of court resolution. However, as you have keenly noted, there...

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I'm 16 and pregnant and my parents have joint custody but i stay with my mom and she is trying to make me move to my dads.

This truly is a family decision and one that should not create added stress for you at this point in your pregnancy. You should address the issue...

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We want to move and can't?

I have tried a number of removal cases and they can be extremely difficult, but the facts as you have presented them would warrant further review. ...

Hi I am getting divorced and filed a petition for divorce along with my soon to be ex's appearance waiver

The respondent cannot waive the Appearance form. Once the Respondent files the Appearance with the Clerk, then the physical appearance at the...

Does he have to pay when he getsout of prison when the.support order says reserve

If he has assets then perhaps you could petition the Court to establish a Trust with those assets for the payment of support.

Any recourse with generally deadbeat dad who pays minimum to stay out of jail and won't contribute to any other expenses?

You will certainly want to consult an attorney regarding these issues. Depending on financial resources, it may be advisable to build a case...

If a mother took a child from the birth state of TN to FL and the father lives in IL now, where will the custody hearing be?

I would suggest he consult with local counsel here in Illinois who in turn could coordinate efforts with an attorney in the jurisdiction where the...

My divorce was final 6 months-ago. We have joint custody of our 2 year old daughter. Ex hubby married two weeks ago.

You should always take a custody challenge seriously and consult an attorney to prepare yourself in the event your ex files a petition to modify. ...

I'm a mother of a child i don't have custody of but i feel my visitation rights are being wronged by the person who has custody

You may choose to represent yourself in filing a motion seeking to enforce your rights, but I suggest you inquire of the Clerk of the Circuit Court...

Ex wifes boyfriend

You may have certain rights to keep your ex-wife's boyfriend off of your property and to prevent your ex-wife from continuing to harass you and...