Your question presented is an estate planning issue, so I have changed the practice area to allow the appropriate attorneys to respond. But you...

Can a modification be granted based on child support to another child who lives with you?

There is a provision in the child support statute that allows child support pursuant to a court order for a child or children from another...

Joint custody in illinois and mom said she doesnt want them back for 3 weeks .. What rights does dad have as far as abandonment

Abandonment is not applicable in this circumstance. You should take all of your court orders for review by an experienced family law attorney to...

Can I prevent my ex mother in law from seeing my children when I’m not around?

It is unlikely unless you can prove that she is a serious endangerment to your children. Consult with an experienced family law attorney in your...

Can a surrogate keep a man's family and children from him?

I have changed the practice area to guardianship to allow the appropriate attorneys to respond.

Can can they take my new baby?

You should take all of your paperwork to an attorney experienced in DCFS matters for review and comprehensive advice.

When I am to vacation to a neighboring state, what is my requirements I have to meet with my state before I am able to leave ?

I have changed the practice area to criminal to allow the appropriate attorneys to respond.

How do I get owed child support? I am owed almost $4K by my childs mother.

Take all of your paperwork to an experienced family law attorney in your area to discuss the possibility of a motion to refund the overpayment.

I have changed the practice area to criminal to allow the appropriate attorneys to respond.

If you meet the Illinois residency requirements, you may file for divorce here. However, this may be more complicated given international issues...