Is it normal for an attorney to ask for retainer before we get attorney client agreement? Should we be able to get an estimate?

Unless it's a flat fee, there no 100% way to know what the final tally will be (And lawyers, with out black hearts, are hesitant to give a range). ...

Will I go back to jail if the states attorney motion to amend complant gets granted the case is domestic battery

I think you've posted a few of these questions recently, which is good, that's what AVVO is for. First, your public defender should be keeping you...

The father of my child has 3 children in 2 seperate households will my child not get anything because of 2 previous cs orders?

You're correct in pointing out that you are #3 on the list, and the court will treat it as such. DHS generally does not come to bat for you unless...

In illinois how can you get a case dismissed if you are unemployed and can not pay?

He can file a 298 petition to appear for free. Keep in mind you can discharge all judgments in bankruptcy (Except child support, et. al).

His public defender will do the best he can; ultimately it's up to the relevant statute and the mood of the judge.

20 year old arrested for a DUI by the sheriff's police and was not read rights, how do I get access to video

Your son's public defender has already or will soon issue a subpoena for the video footage as we speak. It's part & parcel in every DUI defense. ...

This is a common problem, and easy fix. Send her attorney a request for mediation, with a 2 week deadline to respond. Send it certified mail,...

What do i do when child support lost my file?

Only thing you can do at this point is to go to the clerk's office of the COUNTY in which you originally went to court in for your 505. They'll...

Holding my wages and is blaming me for damages to truck.

More information is needed to give you an answer. Talk to an attorney that concentrates in Contracts, you can contact the LaSalle County Bar...

Do we have a legitimate reason to make a case to go to court?

Find a family law attorney who's willing to file a 610 petition. Contact your local bar association for a referral list. Be aware, custody...