Without being able to see the documents that were served upon you, it is not possible to fully address your question and you should consult an...

What state do I file in? How do I find the right lawyer?What are my rights with this? What is legally hers after up and leaving

If you and your wife are in agreement on the terms for the divorce, you and she may consent to the divorce being entered in either jurisdiction. ...

Can I terminate my parental rights and how would I go about accomplishing this?

Your parental rights and your parental responsibilities are subject to the court orders in your divorce and any change in those rights and...

With this information, is there anything that could be a reason to reopen the divorce case? Or is there any other recourse ?

The time frame in Illinois for seeking to assert that the divorce was obtained by fraud or duress is generally two years. While the likelihood of...

What kind of evidence is allowed?

The law in Illinois provides that a parent who is shown to endanger the children can have their time with the children limited or precluded. ...

Can you petition for civil and criminal contempt?

Depending upon the nature of the issues, a contempt proceeding may not be the most effective process to address your problems. A motion to obtain...

What options does my sister have

Your sister should consider obtaining a second opinion from another experienced family law attorney. I appreciate your concerns for your sister...

Will I pay 20% of my income in child support to my ex and will he then pay me 28% for the other two based on his current wages?

As your information is that the father's income has increased since the last support calculation, you may pursue a court review of the child...

Why do i have to pay child support on a child i cant see & be a father too

As you advise that your finances are limited, you may wish to consult with an attorney who offers a no cost consultation to review the status of...

Does my ex no longer have to inform me of my 18 yr old high school daughter healthcare or encourage her to continue visitation?

As your daughter is now an adult under Illinois law, she makes the decisions as to her relationships with her parents and with whom she will share...