Can I take my ex-wife to civil or criminal court for constant false allegations and threat ?

You are certainly able to seek an order of protection which is available to former spouses. Harassment is knowing conduct not necessary to...

What steps should I take to get my violent husband deported back to the country in which he came from?

Your first step should be to obtain an order of protection. This order is placed with local law enforcement who take these very seriously. Any...

Is the father in violation of child custody agreement if he doesn't pick up children when he is supposed to?

You can file a petition for visitation abuse if father willfully and without justification exercised his parenting time in a manner harmful to you...

Your divorce can't be finalized until you have both taken the parenting classes. You are able to take them online. How do know he hasn't taken...

Rehearing after unfair hearing

Yes, you can appeal. Or if the facts change you can seek modification. What errors were made by the judge? It's not ex parte if you were there.

Am I entitled to pension benefits from a 3 yr marriage if husband was/is already collecting?

You would not be entitled to a share of his pension benefits or 401(k) per se as these would most likely constitute nonmarital property having been...

What can a lawyer do that the respondent cannot do to prevent protection order entered at hearing?

Friend can NOT call. Order most likely prohibits agent of respondent from contacting petitioner or child. Friend can be arrested. Attorney can...

How can a 16 year old legally decide to stay with her mom if her dad has custody?

From your question it appears as though you're a close friend of the 16 year old and that her mother has filed a petition for modification of...

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No fault Divorce Settlement Agreement was signed and notarized a year ago. Is it still valid to file in Illinois?

Yes, your signed and notarized agreement is still valid. A contract is a contract, no matter the passage of a year. You do not have to re-sign. ...

My son turns 18 Sept 13 does his dad have to pay child support until school is over or until his 18th birthday?

The general rule is the earlier of the child turning 19 or graduation from high school for child support per statute. What does your divorce...