How does the crowding in a house affect a child custody case?

Yes, it would make a difference. Is there a case pending? 13 people in one house with one bread-winner doesn't sound like a pleasant situation. ...

My ex is in contempt of court

The can give the other side more time, but not more time to not pay alimony. It sounds like you're able to prepare a Motion and file it, but once...

If I don't go to the court hearing what will happen to me?

When the other lawyers say "it will be on your record," it sounds like what teachers used to tell you in grade school . . . . and so it seems like...

Lieing in court

probably not. You need an attorney for several things: starting with learnin ghow to choose your battles. You're locking horns with what you...

I'm getting a divorce. My wife has a new lawyer. The court records says her lawyer is, Dept C/S Enforcement. What does that mean

The state represents custodial parents for free on the issue of child support only. It's no big deal -- so she has a free attorney for that one...

Illinois law says yes, you may change the name without Dad's consent; but illinois case law says otherwise. The caselaw, however, is based on...

Exactly what is the judgment for dissolution of marriage?

Usually the attorney takes care of these matters. Assuming you have an attorney, you shouldn't have to worry about it.

What needs to be recorded as debts and assets in a uncontested divorce?

It sounds like it's uncontested -- by agreement -- you keep your stuff (and student loans) and she keeps her stuff (and student loans); right? ...

I was asked by a job if I ever been convicted of a criminal Felony. Is a Felony DUI considered a criminal Felony?

DUI is codified as a crime. THus, "felony" DUI is a felony. Indeed, they are one and the same.

I received a petition to modify childcare from my ex. What paperwork do I need to file to respond.

Okay, so she filed a Petition to Modify and she simultaneously enrolled the kids in the new daycare, right? Work with your lawyer to prepare a...