What to do and how to file

It sounds like you need contact an attorney to file and seek an Emergency Ex Parte Protective Order on behalf of your child immediately wherein you...

Let me begin by recommending you meet with an attorney on this issue as it is difficult to tell exactly what your issue is or may be. Your question...

Am I allowed to take my daughter out of state or can I be arrested for doing so?

First, I must tell you that I am licensed to practice in Texas, not Illinois, therefore what I say may apply generally to your matter but not...

Do I need a family lawyer

Yes, you absolutely need to hire an attorney to represent you in this matter.

Is this child custody hearing within a Divorce proceeding or is this a situation where you and your ex were never married and this is a Suit...

If your father filed for divorce first then his suit for divorce will control the proceedings. Your father's spouse can file an answer and...