How old does a newborn have to be before the father is able to take the child for overnights every other weekend

There is no hard and fast rule in Illinois - it based on the facts of the case and discretion of the court. Some counties may use guidelines, but...

Contribution to college

This is an excellent question - to pose to your attorney. We're barred from knowingly advising represented people. Besides, he/she has your...

Child want us to leave his mother so I have custody and it is just two of us..Can she take him?

Anything is possible in Family Law, however for cases like this, having an attorney that concentrates in custody issues is important. Talk to one...

Why is cook county so reluctant to find a custodial parent in contempt of visitation orders. I have spent a fortune and

Without knowing more about your case, I can't answer your question.

Can I modify alimony on my own without the expense of an attorney?

You can try on your own. Whether you'll be successfull is a completely different matter.

Does a non custodial parent stil have to pay back child support after the child has been adopted?

This is an excellent question - to ask your attorney. We're barred from advising people who are knowingly represented.

Ex took child out of state without notifying me (as it states in the court order). They are now back...

I concur with Kathryn.

He'll need to file a petition to establish paternity with the court. Have him talk to legal aid for assistance.

What occurs at the next hearing for domestic battery and assault? The first hearing was a bond hearing?

He bruised up your neck, stuck a knife to your throat, you live with 3 children - it's either jail or back with you. The States' attorney can, and...

What will happen if I stick with this PD? FOR THE RECKLESS DRIVING I HAVE TO GET AN ATTORNEY. WHAT WILL HAPPEN 2 ME?MISDEAMENORS

Sounds like you are already represented, since you mention the public defender. Pose those questions to him, that's what he's paid for. Otherwise...