You might have multiple legal options available to remedy your issues. Generally, the law provides that decision-making rights and responsibilities...

When and how should I refinance the mortgage of my marital house so that I am the only one responsible for the mortgage?

Thank you for your question. You asked if you should re-finance now or wait until the divorce starts. Generally, you should not make any...

You do not have to be separated for a certain amount of time in order to file for divorce in IL. Based upon the facts you have provided you may...

Custodial parent has been MIA for the past 4 wks. Grandparents have been taking care of my child. Is this abandonment?

It likely depends upon your custody judgment. Keep notes and a calendar showing how long the other parent has been MIA and what evidence you have....

What is the most i can do in a Child visitation case where dad has 1 felony for drug possession and 2 misdemeanors for violence?

If a parent thinks the safety of her or his child is at risk she/he can request that a court order that the other parent have only supervised...

Divorce

You can obtain an Order of Protection that gives you the exclusive right to reside in the home and bars your husband from coming to the home or...

My sister needs to have an injunction done by Monday for a custody case in chicago. Its not a dcfs or divorce case.

The cost will likely depend upon the attorney's hourly rate and the complexity of the legal matter. To obtain an emergency injunction a party has...

Chances of getting full custody of my child?

First, I am sorry you are in this situation but fathers do have legal rights. It is unclear from your question whether you and the mother were...

How long do you suppose to be married to recieve some of your spouse pension benifits in illinois when considering divorce?

A party may be entitled to alimony (referred to as "maintenance" in Illinois) if he or she is financially dependent upon his or her spouse. You...

Did my wife file for divorce in the right county?

I agree with Ms. Goldstein and Ms. Sabin. Additionally, courts may feel it is best to have the case heard in Chicago since the children live here....