Are there any pro bono attorneys that will represent me

Are you the father or a relative? If you are the father you don't need to adopt your own baby.

If I pursue child support from my former spouse will that start a custody case?

Yes it can. However, of what you are saying is true, a judge may appoint a Guardian ad Litem (an attorney who represents your child), to help...

Last year my sister was arrested on Armed violence catagory 1 Possession and manufacture of controlled sub.

If she was arrested while on probation, then yes she faces serious charges. Probation is basically proving to the judge and the state that you stay...

What will happen in court? Will I get jail time? Is there a way to prevent me from going to jail?

It sounds like you got a station adjustment and you may or may not have to pay any fees. I would call the police station directly and clarify with...

What's the difference between private attorney or public defender?

Not true at all. I used to work in the Public Defender's office and I can assure you that they are very hard working and do fight for you. To say...

Any lawyer offers free initial consultation for domestic abuse?

Most of us do offer free consultations. You can use the search bar tool to contact as many attorneys as you like. With free consultations you have...

1) Is it "easier" to deal with child custody issues if parents are not married? 2) Do mothers usually "win" in court?

It is never easy to deal with child "custody" issues. I put this in quotes because we do not use the word "custody" anymore in court. Your brother...

It looks like this is going to have to be settled by the court since you do not agree. She absolutely cannot move out of state without your...

Yes he can attempt to stop you. Will he win? The judge will decide what is in the best interests of the child. You seem to have a good argument in...

Can i report my lawyer if he not doing his job?

If you are not satisfied with how your attorney is representing your case, the simple solution is fire him. Remember he works for YOU and you are...