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My ex-husband going file case in court for joint custody daughter not going to his house? What i have to do?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

I am confused on your question who "he" and "him" is. And I'm confused on filing for joint custody yet wants her in his home? ....Either way, speak...

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During a divorce, is both parties responsible for 50% of all debt even if the majority of debt was created by one spouse?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

With financial issues this complicated 1. avvo isn't designed for this type of in depth financial analysis. Secondly, to that point, if the matter...

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My husband i both want a divorce But he will not leave the house so that I can file. I was told you have to apart for 3 months

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

There is no separation time requirement under grounds of mental cruelty. And even if you proceeded under irreconcilable differences you could sign...

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Does my daughter have to drive more that an hour away for visitation exchange when it is her Ex who moved away?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

Normally the person who has moved is responsible for the brunt of travel distance. However, they may also be going off of an old order where they...

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How do I change my name with SSI Office after divorce?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

An affixed seal is a certified copy of the divorce order. Go to the clerk's office and ask for a certified copy of your order. There is a cost...

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Is the father in violation of child custody agreement if he doesn't pick up children when he is supposed to?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

If there seems to be a an issue with the agreement you currently have in place, you could always modify it. You can either do so via agreement and...

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Do I have a right to deny visitation if my child's father expected him to walk 4 miles in 100 + temperature to visit with him?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

Child support and visitation are TWO different things. He can be behind 12 years in child support, he is still entitled to visitation. If he has...

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When I marry my fiancé will my income be included in his child support order if it is modified?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

No. For purposes of child support, In Illinois only his income will be used to determine the statutory amount.

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How often in Illinois can custodial parent seek support revision?

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 17, 2013

Child support is always modifiable due to a substantial change in circumstances by the child or parent. Keep in mind that you are able to do the...

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My oldest son who is 21 yrs old...and is living w/ my ex..and goes to college.15 miles away.he went to this college last year to

Andrea's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Not sure what your question is. If your son is a college student and thereby an adult- he makes his own choices on who to see. Having said that, as...

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My ex-husband going file case in court for joint custody daughter not going to his house? What i have to do?

During a divorce, is both parties responsible for 50% of all debt even if the majority of debt was created by one spouse?

My husband i both want a divorce But he will not leave the house so that I can file. I was told you have to apart for 3 months

Does my daughter have to drive more that an hour away for visitation exchange when it is her Ex who moved away?

How do I change my name with SSI Office after divorce?

Is the father in violation of child custody agreement if he doesn't pick up children when he is supposed to?

Do I have a right to deny visitation if my child's father expected him to walk 4 miles in 100 + temperature to visit with him?

When I marry my fiancé will my income be included in his child support order if it is modified?

How often in Illinois can custodial parent seek support revision?

My oldest son who is 21 yrs old...and is living w/ my ex..and goes to college.15 miles away.he went to this college last year to