I recently filed battery charges against my spouse. I don't want him to be charged. can I not testify against him in court?

Hello. Yes, you can choose not to testify against your spouse in court. In theory, the Office of the State's Attorney could still pursue the case...

How can i help my brother??

Hello. It might be in his best interest to seek assistance from his Congressman. I know of a similar situation and that person did benefit...

I had a child 18 yrs ago. I have paid $500 a month since he was born. Now that he is 18, do I still need to pay?

Hello. First of all, it is important to keep all of your receipts and/or money order stubs from these payments over the last 18 years, if you...

Is it likely and what is the process for changing my children's last names?

Hello. I am licensed to practice in Illinois, but did attend law school in Houston. My answer here is based upon Illinois and I am assuming that...

Will my records still with FBI even after expungement?

Hello. I agree with the answers of the other attorneys, and would like to add that the FBI as well as other law enforcement agencies will continue...

If my ex has sole custody of our son but she does not physically live at the same house as our son can she be found in contempt?

Hello. I respect the answers of the other attorneys here. I would just like to add that you certainly should bring this situation to the...

Can a person with a battery charge and super vision date or be married to who is already a police officer or government officer?

Hello. I don't completely understand your question, however there is no law prohibiting a person from marrying a law enforcement officer, if they...

Questions about a leave of absence after childbirth

Hello. The best advice that I can give here is to speak with an attorney in your area. You should do this as soon as possible to protect your...

Is a 'bird's nest' custody arrangement recognized as an option in IL?

Hello. Our office recently handled a case where the judge ordered a nesting arrangement in Chicago. However, the parties were married and owned...

Hello. I am assuming that your ex wife's husband has been convicted of these offenses and not merely charged. If this is the case, in my opinion,...