Hi, First, a Guardian ad Litem is not appointed in every case. If there is a need, the Judge will determine who pays the costs. Second, the...

Of course, it is physical abuse. She should have called the police. She should discuss with her attorney ASAP regarding her next steps. She...

The requesting attorney should pay for shipping, and maybe even a nominal charge for copying the file. I am assuming that the attorney has an...

I participated in a ZOOM Hearing just yesterday, so SOME matters are being addressed in Family even before the May 18th Court Re-Opening date that...

What reasonable divorce lawyer can take my case?

About any AVVO attorney can help you. Pick a few to call and talk to after reviewing the many choices. Set up an interview (many of us do not...

Absolutely. Many live together PAST the divorce date. I just finished a case where the parties got divorced 23 years ago, the wife got sole...

Can my child's father have his parents pick up our child all the time for his parenting time when hes working and not there?

A lot depends upon what the current Court Order re: Parenting Time says. Is there a "Right of First Refusal" provision? If not, you can Petition...

You are right to be concerned if your child has stopped talking to her behavioral therapist. In general, Courts may view a parent asking what went...

No, Sorry. In 2016, Illinois did away with the civil tort of "Alienation of Affections", which would have allowed you to bring an action against...

Can I continue without my attorney as he has withdrawn?

You've written: "All that is left to do with my wife is agree on settlement." That is kind of like wanting a house without paying a builder and...