I don't know if she has standing under the Illinois Domestic Violence Act. For example: section 201. Persons protected by this Act. (a) The...

If i were to openly give up custody of my child how many court dates would it take?

Whom is getting "custody?" Mom? Dad? Grandma? DCFS?

IF I PAY 1/3 OF COLLEGE EXPENSES AND MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER IS PLANNING TO MOVE OUT OF STATE TO LIVE WITH HER BOYFRIEND

750 ILCS 5/513 deals with college contribution only. If she is switching schools, that may be a substantial change in circumstances. Without...

Am I entitled to monitary support from my husband who is in the army without divorce papers that havent even beed filed yet?

You should get some type of Comrats/BAH through the military. Contact his S-1 (or admin equivalent), if memory serves they should handle it.

Do I have to split an injury settlement with my husband if we are seperated?

Settlement monies are marital property, HOWEVER, the caselaw trend is to let the injured party keep a larger share of it. Legal Separation...

In case of divorce ,do i have to involve my overseas property?

You must disclose all assets in your 13.3.1 disclosure. Whether it's marital or not is a separate issue. Talk to a family law attorney in your...

Hi, i want to seek sole custody of my 6 year old son. I cannot afford to pay attorney. Where should i start?

Contact your local legal aid provider to see if they can handle your issue pro bono. Bar Associations are a good place to start looking.

How do I get my name off an order that was entered in court without my boyfriends knowledge?

My hunch is that he has 2 kids, and his bank account received monies from you, and pursuant to statute, it's income for purposes of support. ...

Getting sued for credit card default in Daly center, chicago on aug 23, 2012 for 1,500.00. what are my options?

If they served you and court has jurisdiction, default judgment is entered. They can then attach it to your wages, bank account, or property. ...

My daughter and I have been victims of abusive power by the child guardian appointed by the judge.

In Illinois, the GAL/Child Rep/Attorney for Children have NO POWER. Zero. Nada. Only the judge can enter an order impacting your parental rights,...