Parenting agreement

As the others stated, you need to pay only what is expressly stated in your decree. However, I urge you to read the entire document carefully to...

"I am going through the divorce. But my father get very seek.How long I can be out of state.so I can be with my dad and help him

Nothing prohibits you from being out of town for extended periods of time. You may need to return periodically for court dates and matters...

At the final prove-up hearing a court reporter transcribed the proceedings, taking down the questions and answers for the hearing. The transcript...

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Going through a divorce.

Factoring in the cost of legal action, determine if doing something is worthwhile. If yes, you should file a motion asking for the tools of your...

Do I need to re-file for divorce out of Cook county?

You can proceed in Cook County with the case by publication.

In Illinois what if court had subject matter jurisdiction over divorce but UCCJEA gives child custody jurisdiction to Texas

These cases are complex and very dependent upon the facts of each case. I have had cases where the custody issues are decided by one state and all...

Divorce - asset division on value of a law firm

The standard of value in Illinois is fair market value on the date of divorce, based upon IRS Revenue Ruling 59-60 which provides: “fair market...

Is it possible to have my divorce papers reviewed with a free consultation? I want to know what my ex can get me to pay.

Many attorneys provide free consultations. However, free consultations are generally introductory in nature and serve more as a fact finding...

Can I file a petition to modify child support in a different county different from where I originally filed for child support?

It depends upon the facts. See 750 ILCS 5/512: Sec. 512. Post-Judgment Venue.) After 30 days from the entry of a judgment of dissolution of...

Will monetary gifts to me from my parents maintained in a separate acct be considered marital property if I divorce?

The money probably will be your non-marital property. However, it is difficult to answer questions without knowing all of the facts of a case. Find...