1) I'm unable to make the date. how to file continuance 2) Rule to Show Cause

If the matter is already set for hearing, then Il. Sup Rule 231 generally controls. It allows a continuance based on (among other issues) missing...

If he gets an attorney can they get the court date moved up if they can prove the child's family falsified their statements?

Well, let's start from the basics and move forward. First, if he's ever paid support or is on the Birth Certificate, then he's the LEGAL father...

I won't repeat what the others have said here, but I will point out that you can read the criteria the judge will use when deciding college...

Let's back up and think long term. Are there children involved? Is there property in dispute? Maintenance (Alimony)? Or debts that need...

Can i file a claim to try and get some of that money back.

I promise all my clients 2 things (It's even written into my contract): Death and Taxes. That said, in child support cases, I suggest clients...

Wages garnishment only against me, while the judgment was entered against me and my ex-husband. Is that discrimination?

Well first, was this debt disclosed in the judgment for dissolution. If a lawyer handled it, good chance it was. If the judgment was HIS...

Trying to find out how to find other cases that deal with those 750 ILCS that are through the supreme or appellate court.

First, is there an appeal pending? There's a 30 day limit to appeal once a final judgement was entered. Too often I get calls from people who...

How can I expedite Child Support when NCP is in Illinois and I am in Georgia?

Presuming you weren't married to him and there's no prior orders of court involving him/you: If/When HFS gets around to your case, they'll file...

Can a lawyer help me

Your question is unclear as to what HFS is doing. The downside here, honestly, is that most people fighting/stuck with HFS can't afford a private...

Have you considered filing a motion to continue the hearing so you can retain counsel? Much better than waiting to hearing date or not showing. ...