I agree with the other answers. To prepare for a consultation with an experienced family law attorney, your brother should put together as much...

Can I seek back child support?

I agree with the other answers. I would add that we are all assuming that you and the father were never married. Retroactive support can be ordered...

Can I include payroll deducted child support as a liability when filling out an Assets & Liability form?

I agree with the other answers, and would add that it may depend on the form and how the category of support is used. On some forms, if the support...

My credit card debt?

I agree with the other answers. Your expenditures are irrelevant as he cannot tell you how to spend the support you receive, nor can he make you...

It appears I can now deduct court-ordered maintenance when determining net income to re-calculate child support?

If you are paying maintenance and the child support is going to be paid to the same person you are paying maintenance to, then the maintenance is...

I hired an attorney in January. He appeared in court once for me, I have not heard from him could I get my money back?

I agree with Judy and Michael. That being said, if the attorney filed a general appearance for you, then he remains responsible for your case until...

What does an attorney charge to do a double closing in Chicago? And is it standard?

The price varies. There would be a charge for each transaction. If you do many transactions there may be a discount. From your question, there...

Why would my ex fire his lawyer?

I agree with Michael. Knowing why does not change anything or help your case. Although your case may be delayed a bit, he only has 21 days to get a...

Follow Judy's advice. Get to the right attorneys immediately. I am sorry you are going through this, but you can't just give the child back. Do not...

A question regarding legal guardianship and divorce and whether a divorce court judge can set aside a family court ruling?

I agree with Judy. Your daughter should discuss this with her attorney again. She may even need to consult with a probate/guardianship attorney to...