How can I fight so that my daughter lives with me instead of her mother?

I would add to counsel's excellent answer that in joint custody there is a dispute resolution mechanism. Generally issues in a joint parenting...

How can I go about getting custody of my daughter?

It would be good to become as well informed as possible about the process of custody litigation in Illinois. There are many excellent resources in...

After 17 months of separation, how do I get him out of the house? Trial to take another 2 years, can't keep living like this.

There are many issues contained in this question: exclusive possession, child custody, cost of litigation, length of proceedings, settlement...

I applied for child support. we agreed to 150 until he finds a stable job

I assume that the $150 is either voluntary payment without court order or a temporary order awaiting the "stable" job. It mIght be wise to arrive...

Opposite sex siblings sharing a bedroom children living in unfinished basement w/ NO fire exit.

A sensible and economical approach to this problem is to share the concerns with the other parent in writing in a non-confrontational courteous...

How old does a child have to be to ask to become emancipated from her parents? I have 11 & 15 year old granddaughters interest

Are there any other candidates in the family who may be willing to assume the responsibility? Or perhaps combine their efforts with yours? ...

In Cook County some judges will allocate the cost 50-50 and may adjust the proportionate responsibility later in the case. Other judges will...

Can i sue my husband for dafamation

There is an excellent guide for parents dealing with DCFS found on the Illinois Legal Aid website: "Parent’s Rights in DCFS...

How do i get a paternity test

How do you know the child is "not yours"? There are inexpensive tests that may be performed that are not admissible in court if you and the mother...

There may be DCFS guidelines and regulations as to what may be appropriate. However I agree with counsel that the proper raising of one's children...