I have joint custody agreement my ex-husband how do i go about modifying certain stipulation in the agreement?

In a joint custody arrangement there is normally a dispute resolution section. This helps both parents avoid the costs of additional prolonged...

What form do I file to change the medical split coverage in the custody agreement?

The other missing piece is whether the order provides for the father showing proof that he's paid his share. Also, are we presuming that his...

I'm getting ready to be served an op, is their anything I can do

I agree with counsel's answers. Generally, I would also add that you would stay away from any contact from the petitioner, no matter how innocent...

Do I have to file a petition for sole custody, or a petition for change of visitation, in order to ask the court to not force my

One of the reasons that this type of problem is so difficult is that there is a high standard of proof needed to restrict or suspend a parent's...

In Cook County, the States Attorney will ask you to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement under Circuit court Rule 13.3.1. This information...

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What is the law concerning my husband's social security retirement benefits? Am I entitled to those benefits?

Federal law pre-empts State law, which means the State court cannot help you with federal benefits. If you haven't done so, make an appointment...

Community property marriage in Illinois

This is perhaps a "probate" question rather than a "family" question. Illinois is not a community property State as far as the marriage laws are...

When will I receive child support from a court order?

I agree with Attorney Goldstein. It's a good idea also to work with SDU to set up your "customer account" and make choices such as to have SDU...

Do you have to register a marriage with a U.S. marriage license, if married abroad and one person is not a U.S. citizen?

Generally, the rule is that if a marriage is valid in the foreign jurisdiction, it will be recognized in Illinois. Illinois law reads as...

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A judge can order marriage reconcilation counseling pursuant to 750 ilcs/404.

Yes, I have had cases where a written motion has been filed and the result of which the judge has ordered the parties to engage in such a...