ILCS 750 5/505(b-1)(1)(B) states that the duration of a maintenance award shall be calculated using the length of the marriage until the...

Family court question; How do I request the court for a mental evaluation on the other party of my case?

Google Illinois Supreme Court Rule 215, and you will find the method for doing so. Basically, it is by Giving Notice and filing a Motion to do so.

What will happen if you can't afford to pay for a GAL and can the ex go after income of the new spouse?

While Mr. Gross is correct with what he stated in his answer, I would be able to take a crack at your title question. As to the second half of the...

How can I get my business back?

It sounds like you have evidence that he defrauded you in June, and, yes, you can now try to file a Motion to show what you knew all along, IF...

I live in Illinois his father lives in St Louis Missouri will I have to go there and come here

Cole County is in central Missouri. the County Seat is in Jefferson City, I believe. Did you used to live there? If so, did you file any case...

If I was never married to my daughter's biological father is it wrong for me to not cash child support checks?

I realize that the temptation is there to just completely remove the father from your girl's life. I am sure that your husband has been "like a...

Uncontested Divorce in Illinois without marital property?

A lot of people WANT an Uncontested Divorce, but it all depends upon whether the two of you agree to ALL the terms of the divorce. No, your wife...

As far as I know, Afterdivorce, property will be divided equitably. is there any exception to that law?

This is really a matter of "follow the funds". As indicated, ALL property purchased by either party IS considered Marital (subject to fair...

I JUST WANT MY REAL BIRTH MOTHER LAST NAME ADDED TO MINE HOW DO YOU DO THIS??

Until you are 18, your parent must file on your behalf. When you become 18, you can Petition the Court for a name change yourself. Whoever...

While your description MAY have some merit to file a Motion for reconsideration of the ruling, and/or to disqualify the Judge, you will be...