Ex Parte Judgment was entered because a Bad Car Battery made me 30 Mins late for Civil Jury Trial Judge Denied Motion to Vacate

There's numerous cases on 1301 vacatur's (I'm presuming you filed a motion within 30 days). The two Faux Pas' here were 1) you didn't contact...

Your order for support should indicate whether payments are to be through SDU or in person. By default, it's generally SDU. If you have facts to...

Should I be represented by a lawyer at the hearing for a Civil Order of Protection I filed against my neighbors?

In Illinois, you can only file an OP if you're related, either by blood or marriage, had a dating relationship, or share the same roof. Do you...

Why did judge award attorney fees in post divorce judgement?

Without knowing a) if there was a court reporter, and b) how long ago this happened, it's tough to suggest options. If less than 30 days, you can...

Can I legally have an adult child who lives with me removed from our home if they untreated schizophrenia and minors in home?

Typically if there's an issue, the hospital may contact social services regarding a pleading for involuntary commitment. Only the state's attorney...

What isn't stated is how long ago this judgment was entered. If it was yesterday, it MIGHT be fixable - maybe. Keep in mind per 750 ILCS 5/504,...

I would like to know if a Change of Venue is appropriate for Madison Co. to Cook County Il ?

Venue must be challenged within the time you're allotted to file an appearance. If that fails, you can file a Motion for Forum Non Conviens, which...

Contempt applies to non-compliance to any valid court order, not just child support. Talk to a family law attorney in your area for specific...

Can lawyers be entitled to collect lawyer's fee even after their services were dismissed due to situations as described below?

Probably not an issue, per 750 ILCS 5/508(c), if there's a fee dispute, either the client or lawyer have 30 days from entry of final judgment to...

Can my ex appeal the judges decision on parenting time because she doesn't like it?

One thing I'll add, she has 30 days from the date of final judgment to appeal - or what's done, i done.