How do I suspend my back child support deductions while I'm on disabillity?

Consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area who can review all of your court orders, obtain additional necessary facts, and...

Is it legal to ask for marital support even if just married for six months in exchange to sign a NDA or is it “black mailing”??

In Illinois, you first have to demonstrate that you are a candidate for maintenance, formerly known as alimony, and if so then the formula to...

What does a blue card mean in a domestic violence case?

I have never heard of such a thing. I am changing the practice area to criminal defense to see if any attorneys in that practice area have answers.

Can I go get my son when ever?

If you have not been determined to be the child's legal father, you have no legal rights to the child. Consult with an experienced family law...

Child Support Overpayment

You may not be able to do so, as if the payment is in process with the State Disbursement Unit it may go to the recipient. Your option then would...

Likely, no. You are receiving state aid and the state has an interest in collecting child support from the other parent in part to reimburse the...

I'm Pro Se & Respondent. Do I send the Petition for Dissolution before Judgement?

If you are the Respondent then you should not have to serve him with the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, as he is the Petitioner. You need...

I got divorce papers on a Saturday, when do the actual 20 days start?

We are Illinois attorneys and cannot comment on family law issues in other states. You should consult a Florida attorney where the action was...

Can I get a marriage license without my fiancé with me?

Call the county clerk's office in your area to inquire about your question.

The allocation of parental responsibilities for two individuals who were never married, what laws apply?

The Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act statutes on allocation of parental responsibilities and parenting time apply whether you were...