In Illinois, only the State can file a proceeding to terminate parental rights, so you may be misunderstanding the status of matters. You and your...

Is it legal for an adopted child to stay with the parents he was taken away from?

Absent terms of a court order precluding the contact, the legal guardians can decide how to raise the child.

Is it possible to submit evidence to the judge with a guarantee that it will be kept private?

A letter cannot be submitted in lieu of the person's live testimony, which would not be "private". While it is possible for a court to seal...

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Can I gain custody of my child over these issues?

Unless you were married to the mother at the time of birth, you both signed a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity filed with the State, or have a...

How do I change who claims my children as dependants on taxes?

Assuming you are concerned about the personal exemption, that exemption has been eliminated for 2018 and therafter by the change in the federal tax...

CCan I take my child out of one day of school for a weekend trip without consent of my ex?

It sounds like you are going to have "big issues" with your ex regardless, but if your court orders specifically address the circumstances, then...

How are Child Support and Alimony Determined?

You would need to meet with any attorney in person to review your family finances and income potentials. The issues will be decided by agreement...

As it has been more than 2 years since the judgment was entered, you cannot have the judgment vacated or cancelled. You may seek to modify the...

It will depend upon whether there is a legal basis for someone other than the individuals (or the representatives of their estates) to obtain a...

Can my daughter's mom force me to switch her visitation weekends because she is in a relationship?

You will need to engage in court proceedings to enforce your court orders and should consult an attorney in person as to the issues and strategies...