If you and your ex have joint custody that means equal decision making power, so you both have equal say in where your child goes to school. So...

My husband and I are together still but he brings up divorce daily. He always says he is taking are 5 yr old son. Whats the odds

Start with a counselor or therapist who may be able to help you find the courage and strength you need to take the necessary steps. Then seek an...

Divorce

You are required to pay that amount until you get a new order entered. You should file a motion to modify or abate (temporarily stop) your...

My husband and I want to do an agreed order. Can he keep me on his insurance? Or do we need an extended separation?

You cannot stay on your husband's insurance after you are divorced. You may be eligible for COBRA, but that only lasts for a period of time and...

I know in IL the court can force a parent to pay a portion of college. Will they take into account how much debt a parent has?

The court may consider a variety of factors, including the parents' debts, income, ability to pay, etc.

If your child support payments are going through the state then it can take a while for you to receive the first payment. If you haven't received...

I need help getting a divorce and full custody of my kids. Also need help since he claim both my kids nd didn't give not 1 cent.

As other attorneys have said, there are several issues here and you probably need the help of an attorney. You are entitled to child support from...

What information do I need to provide a judge to prove that my ex is not entitled to claim my son as a tax exemption?

If your divorce agreement doesn't cover tax exemptions then both you and your ex are currently allowed to claim the exemption. You should show the...

What are my chances in getting reasonable child support for my children as well as visitation rights for the father?

You should be able to get child support for both children, but you might need to have your ex legally determined to be the father first. You can...

My daughter is 16 yrs 9 mos old; can she refuse to visit her mother (I am custodial parent, we have "joint custody")

You are still required to comply with the visitation order, no matter how old your child is. If you have You can file a motion to modify visitation...