Should my ex be getting a "free-ride" because I have an HRA account with my insurance?

If a substantial change of circumstances has occurred and you're seeking a reduction in the court order child support, consider filing a 510...

Can witnesses be added to a custody trial once it has begun?

If you've done your pretrial disclosures pursuant to the judge's custom (Which generally include disclosure of witnesses), the answer is probably...

Husband badly wants passport old and new. Should I give them to him?

If your attorney has advised you to lock them up, then lock them up.

What legally constitutes as "school fees"?

Will she drag you back to court over a couple pencils & erasers? I doubt it, lawyers cost money. But then again she might if she's vindictive. If...

Does my fience have a good chance of getting custody of his 2 year old son?

Step 1, Petition to establish paternity. Step 2, once paternity has been established, petition for custody. Sounds easier than it is; the GAL fees...

Do I have the right to deduct from the rent???

One letter from an attorney will likely settle this issue without having to drag it to court. Contact the South Suburban Bar Association for a...

My son is joining the army and must transfer custody of his three-year-old to do so. He and the mother have never married.

A simple court petition will suffice. Contact Southern Illinois University School of Law Legal Clinic, they'll probably do it for free. Best of...

Moving with a child

Yes, you WILL need to file a 609 Petition. Presuming there's no objection, the court will grant your removal. Talk to a local family law attorney...

When the non-custodial parent is a owner op. in truck driving i do i find out how much he is making for the court

Subpoena Duces Tecum.

Unfortunately, nothing you've laid out constitutes a mistrial unless there's a court ordered sequestration of witnesses. It's always a good...