How do i go about getting a court order for the return of my child to my care?

That is correct, however it's the nature of HOW she got custody that's important. If it was through DCFS, there's very little that can be done. If...

Who would you recommend to handle a custody case in St Clair county and how do you find someone who is good?

First, visit my AVVO profile and watch my video on custody modification. It'll give you a sobering play-by-play breakdown of what has to happen. I...

Petition for Rule to show cause - failure to pay child support

I'm sorry this has happened - I handle quite a few contempt petitions, and what makes them toxic isn't the amount owed, nor the interest, but the...

By agreement with the other parent can someone forfeit or voluntarily terminate their parental rights with no DHS involvement

Not really. DHS will compel you to reveal the identity of the father if you wish to receive aid for your daughter. If his name is on the...

Wanting to request a restraining order be dropped. Many reasons including I wasn't on my meds.

Ultimately it's up the state's attorney - since criminal charges have been filed, it's out of your hands. In addition, it's common for the victim...

You can't self-help evict in Illinois - you need a court order (And the sheriff) to clear out the apartment.

Does my ex girlfriend have to work as wel to help raise our child?

Trying to get a 510 modification on your own is probably the toughest thing to do. First, as a pro se client, you're not allowed to issue...

How can i stop my child support in illinois if my son is living with me and my wife in florida?

One of two ways, first (And easiest) is an agreed 510 order signed and notarized by all parties. When I handle these, unless the judge dictates...

.What are my rights if I have primary physical custody in a joint parenting order.

Child support and visitation are separate issues in Illinois. One can not be used as a weapon against the other, presuming the decree in question...

I am a divorced father of two with a joint paremting agreement with their mother. I want to make a modification to our agreement

In terms of legal hurdles, here's yours. In Illinois, the court has VAST power in terms of order arrangements that are in the child's best...

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